Explore the roles and responsibilities of a Data Steward, and learn how to manage research data across its entire lifecycle—from planning to preservation.
Key Topics
- Data stewardship roles and profiles
- The Research Data Management (RDM) lifecycle
- Best practices for RDM
Learning Outcomes
- Describe each phase of the research data lifecycle and its implications for data quality, integrity, and reuse
- Apply best practices for data management throughout the lifecycle, including naming conventions, file formats, version control, and secure storage
- Recognize common data challenges (e.g., data loss, poor documentation, ethical risks) and implement strategies to mitigate them
