Repositories make research data accessible
Repositories are databases where you can publish openly available datasets so that other researchers can find and download them. This allows others to reuse your data for other research or review them to verify your research results.
In some repositories, you can also choose to only publish descriptions of research data. In this way, even data that cannot be published openly due to secrecy, for example, can be found and requested.
Unique identifiers linked to your data
When you describe research data in a repository, your data are often given a unique persistent identifier, such as a DOI. Thanks to this identifier, it becomes possible to cite a specific version of a dataset. When publishing articles in journals, it is often a requirement that research data are accessible and have a DOI.
Make data visible via the national Researchdata.se portal
Umeå University recommends that you use the national research data portal Researchdata.se to both describe and publish data. The portal is run by the Swedish National Data Service (SND), but it also collects research data from some other Swedish repositories, such as SciLifeLab.
Receive support when sharing data in Doris
You can use the tool Doris, which is operated by the Swedish National Data Service (SND), to describe and publish research data on Researchdata.se. In individual cases, you can also store research data in Doris that don't contain personal data or other information of protection value.
When you use Doris, the library quality reviews your data description before publication, so you can be sure that others can understand and reuse the data in the long term. Described research data are assigned a DOI and become visible and accessible through the Researchdata.se national platform.
Use a subject-specific repository
There are major advantages to choosing a subject-specific repository, including making it easier to reach others in the same research field. You should choose a credible repository that has documented procedures, long-term funding, and a retention plan. To ensure that the repository is of high quality, look for certifications such as the Core Trust Seal. Make sure that your chosen repository complies with the FAIR principles.
To find a suitable repository for your research, use a repository registry. The Registry of Research Data Repositories allows you to filter by subject area, country and access principles, among other things:
Registry of research data repositories
Do you have questions about research data?
The University has a cross-functional team that supports you with research data issues in areas such as archiving, legal affairs, IT support, open data, and information security. You can contact the research data support team using the following form:
Contact the research data support team if you have questions
