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Research Data Publication Support

Nagoya University Academic Data Policy

On October 20, 2020, Nagoya University established the "Nagoya University Academic Data Policy". It prescribes basic rules regarding the management, publication, and utilization of academic data at Nagoya University.

[In Japanese] Nagoya University Academic Data Policy: https://icts.nagoya-u.ac.jp/ja/datapolicy/

Nagoya University Open Access Policy

On April 19, 2016, Nagoya University established the Nagoya University Open Access Policy. It calls for Nagoya University faculty and staff members to make their academic papers (including co-authored papers) widely available to the public free of charge whenever possible.

Nagoya University Open Access Policy: https://www.nul.nagoya-u.ac.jp/oap/index-e.html

Publishing Research Data in NAGOYA Repository

Research data covered by the Academic Data Policy can be registered and published in Nagoya University's academic institutional repository (“NAGOYA Repository”). For details about registration and publication, please click here.

Flyer: The easiest guide to register your research data in NAGOYA Repository (PDF)

  • Points to Note
    • Due to server capacity, there may be cases where the data cannot be processed, such as if the data size is too large.
    • The decision whether or not to publish research data is left to the researcher's discretion.
    • We have summarized some general important points to keep in mind when registering data in NAGOYA Repository here.
  • Examples of Registered Research Data
  • Inquiries related to publishing research data at Nagoya University
    • Contact information can be found here.

Data publishing on disciplinary or commercial repositories

NAGOYA Repository is not the only place to publish research data. Below are some types of data repositories that collect, store, and publish research data and any associated programs.

  • Disciplinary Repositories: Repositories that compile data in a specific research field.

  • General-purpose Repositories: Repositories that are open to data in all research fields.
  • Institutional Repositories: Repositories that are managed by research institutions.
    • NAGOYA Repository (Click here for registration and publication.)
    • Academic institutional repositories within Japan, such as those of other universities, can be searched on IRDB.
      IRDB (Institutional Repository Database): https://irdb.nii.ac.jp/en

There are a variety of factors to consider when choosing a data repository, such as the details of your research, the purpose of data publication, the publication requirements of the agencies funding your research, and the policies of the journal you submitted to. It is important to use a repository that is appropriate to your needs.

You can search for data repositories at the following sites.

References

Online teaching materials, etc. related to Open Science and research data management

Policy Trend

  • [In Japanese] Basic Documentation regarding to Open Science
    • https://jpcoar.repo.nii.ac.jp/os-resource
    • Created by the JPCOAR (published July 2021). This is a collection of major policy documents on open science in Japan and documents of related organizations. It is updated as needed. You can list the leading examples and policy trends in Japan.

For Researchers

  • [In Japanese] Research Data Management: From Daily Life in a Lab
    • http://hdl.handle.net/2324/4476054
    • Created by the Kyushu University Library (published June 2021). Created with a grant from the Japan Association of National University Libraries' "Leading Program for the Promotion of Open Science" (FY 2020). This e-learning resource was prepared for use in educational activities related to the management and publication of research data by researchers. Composed mainly of short individual videos, the program uses recognizable examples and easy-to-understand content to provide education on the importance of research data management.
  • [In Japanese] Research Data Management for Researchers
    • https://jpcoar.repo.nii.ac.jp/records/294
    • Created by the JPCOAR Research Data Working Group (published October 2020). A collection of educational materials prepared for researchers affiliated with universities and research institutions. The educational materials are divided into 12 different topics corresponding to various stages of research data management. These materials have been compiled with the expectation that 1) these materials will help researchers acquire necessary information and 2) research support staff will adapt these educational materials to suit their institution's research environment and needs and provide research data management services.
      Also Available on GakuNin LMS→https://lms.nii.ac.jp/enrol/index.php?id=62 (*login required; check here for details.）
  • [In Japanese] Open Access Handbook, 2nd ed.
    • http://hdl.handle.net/2261/72694
    • Created by the University of Tokyo Library (published October 2017). It explains the history of Open Access and ways to implement different types of open access, so that researchers can choose how to publish their research achievements in a way that fits their research style and research community. It also provides an overview and explains trends as Open Science continues to be explored and developed, including how to manage, store, and make available data that is produced and collected during the research process.

For Research Supporters

  • [In Japanese] Design and Practice of Research Data Management Services, 2nd ed.
    • https://jpcoar.repo.nii.ac.jp/records/607
    • Created by the JPCOAR Research Data Working Group (published February 2021). This training material is mainly aimed at those who support researchers at universities or research institutions. They will learn how to design and practice research data management services according to researchers' research processes.
      Also Available on GakuNin LMS→https://lms.nii.ac.jp/enrol/index.php?id=52 (*login required; check here for details.)
  • [In Japanese] RDM Training Tool
    • https://jpcoar.repo.nii.ac.jp/records/34
    • Created by the JPCOAR Research Data Taskforce (published June 2017). This training tool is mainly aimed at those who support researchers at universities or research institutions. It has two main purposes: 1) to provide the learner with basic knowledge on research data management (RDM), 2) to make the learner get a foothold in developing research data management service at its own institution.
  • [In Japanese] Research Data Management in the Age of Open Science
    • https://www.nii.ac.jp/service/jmooc/rdm/
    • Created by the National Institute of Informatics (published 2017). The learners can acquire basic information about research data management. They will be able to understand the processes that research data goes through during research activities and how data should be managed, as well as learn about effective data management methods, which are essential to improve the reproducibility and transparency of research. It is structured so that, after going through the outline, learners can gain a foothold in strategic planning to establish research data management services at their institutions.
      Also Available on GakuNin LMS→https://lms.nii.ac.jp/enrol/index.php?id=51 (*login required; check here for details.）
      *As it has not been revised, some of the material is outdated.
  • 23 Things: Libraries for Research Data
    • Witt, M., 23 Things : Libraries for Research Data. Research Data Alliance’s Libraries for Research Data Interest Group, 2015.
    • https://rd-alliance.org/system/files/documents/23Things_Libraries_For_Data_Management.pdf
    • 1st edition published October 2015. A guide sheet that introduces practical and free online resources and tools, such as material from the University of Edinburgh, that can be used as a reference when incorporating research data management into library operations.
  • [In Japanese] Standard Skills Required for Research Data Management Supporters (ver. 0.1)
    • https://doi.org/10.20736/0002000219
    • Created by the National Institute of Informatics (published September 2021). Lists the skills required for research data management at each stage of research, so that it can be utilized at each institution when 1) establishing various support systems to help researchers overcome the issues and barriers they may face when managing, sharing, and publishing research data and 2) developing supporters.
  • Engaging Researchers with Data Management: The Cookbook
    • Clare, Connie et al. Engaging Researchers with Data Management: The Cookbook. Open Book Publishers, 2019, 153p., (Open Reports Series, 8).
    • https://www.openbookpublishers.com/product/1080
    • Introduces various strategies developed by research institutes around the world on how to engage with their researchers about managing research data. Includes 24 case studies collected from institutions around the globe. Available to the public for free of charge on CC BY 4.0.
  • Exploring Research Data Management
  • The Data Librarian's Handbook
    • Rice, Robin; Southall, John. The Data Librarian's Handbook. Facet Publishing, 2016.
    • https://doi.org/10.29085/9781783301836
    • A textbook explaining the practices of data librarians. The e-book is available to Nagoya University members.

For Students

  • [In Japanese] Encourage Your Research Journey
    • https://alc.chiba-u.jp/eyr/resjrny.html
    • Co-created by the Chiba University Academic Link Center (ALC) and the Chiba University Library (published 2021). Developed based on the concept to be a starting line for RDM education for 3rd- and 4th-year undergraduates and graduate students. There are plans to continue expanding the material in the future. There is also a portal website, "Encourage Your e-Learning" (https://alc.chiba-u.jp/eyr/online.html), mainly for undergraduate students, that lists various forms of support for completing class assignments, writing reports, and conducting searches online.

Report

  • [In Japanese] Demonstration Experiment Report on Large-Scale Data Archiving, Publication, and Metadata Assignment System for Digital Universitization
    • https://www.nul.nagoya-u.ac.jp/oap/os/assets/gakunai/ISEE_report.pdf
    • This is a report on the demonstration experiment conducted by the Institute for Space and Earth Science on a system for archiving, publishing, and assigning metadata to space earth science data. The purpose of this report is to obtain knowledge as a pilot project for the future archiving and utilization of academic data at THERS and Nagoya University. *Accessible only within the university.

FAQ

Where is the application form?

What should I do if I can't send my data by e-mail because of the big size?

  • Please use an online storage service such as NUSS.

Is there a limit on the file size?

  • If the total size exceeds 150MBm please contact us in advance.

Is there anything I should be careful of when I share my data in the repository?

Other Questions

Contact

Electronic Resources Section (Open Science), Information Control Division
Nagoya University Library
lib-os::t.mail.nagoya-u.ac.jp (convert :: to @)