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Data management planning

A data management plan (DMP) is a document, usually created at the onset of a research project, to describe how data will be collected, documented, stored, and shared. A DMP is a living document that requires regular review, and therefore should be updated throughout the lifecycle of a research project. Creating a DMP is a best practice and can help researchers organize their research process, determine resource and infrastructure requirements, implement appropriate documentation and file formats for data storage and accessibility, and mitigate potential security and privacy concerns.

Does your funding application require a DMP?

The DRS team can help Â鶹AV researchers prepare their DMPs and identify the best solutions in terms of storage, security, or data standards. drs [at] mcgill.ca (Contact us) to request support.

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hosts a general template () and manyÌýÌýfor Data Management Plans. These templates can be used directly in the browser via theÌý. For Tri-AgencyÌýfunding opportunities, filling out the Alliance Simplified Template will meet their DMP requirement. The Alliance also listsÌý.

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Did you know?

Â鶹AV Libraries and the pre-awards office of the Research Institute of the Â鶹AV Health Centre
(RI-MUHC) have developed a Â鶹AV-specific DMP template for medicine and health sciences.

To access the template and accompanying guidance, visit the .

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