Manage your research data from creation to preservation

The HMS Research Data Management (RDM) team is part of the Research Computing group that assists researchers to better manage, organize, and share data throughout the research lifecycle.

Early and attentive management at each step of the data lifecycle will ensure the discoverability and longevity of your research. 

HMS offers a range of storage solutions that fit various needs and requirements; the RDM team can assist with selecting the best storage offering for your research.

For additional guidance and resources, visit the Harvard Biomedical Data Management website.

For support, contact the HMS Research Data Management team at rdmhelp@hms.harvard.edu.

RDM team: 

  • Jessica Pierce, Assistant Director, Research Data Management
  • Danielle Brown, Research Data Management Support Specialist

Additional information

Eligibility

Supporting all members of the research community
Researchers Affiliates

Our service is open to all researchers in the Longwood Medical Area. Each storage solution has its own set of eligibility requirements which are focused primarily on HMS resources.

Data management consulting

Collaborative consultations with RDM experts
Recommendations Refinement

Research Data Management is the process of providing the appropriate labeling, storage, and access for data at all stages of a research project. Our team collaborates with labs and researchers to:

  • Classify existing data
  • Interpret data usage metrics
  • Refine storage workflows and processes
  • Automate data transfers between platforms
  • Provide a better understanding of how to sustainably manage large scale data storage
  • Recommend new data management products and technologies tailored to your needs

Contact the RDM team for personalized support at rdmhelp@hms.harvard.edu.

NIH data management and sharing plans (DMSP) support

Get guidance in writing or implementing DMSPs
Support Resources

As of January 2023, NIH requires Data Management and Sharing Plans (DMSPs) to accompany grant applications that generate scientific data.

The Research Computing Consultants team can guide the writing or implementation of DMSPs. RCCs have a science background and knowledge of the HMS computing resources that can be leveraged for your research.

The RCCs work with the Office of Research Administration (ORA), Countway Library, and other groups to ensure coordinated support without dropped handoffs in budgeting, repository selection, and IRBs.

You can reach out via dmsphelp@hms.harvard.edu for support.

This mailbox is monitored only during Harvard business hours. Also, while RCCs will endeavor to provide prompt assistance, it can take time to collect the required information. Plan accordingly.

Resources

Global resources

Harvard and HMS resources

Overview of research data storage offerings at HMS.

Learn about best practices and support services from the Longwood Research Data Management website. 

Further information about how Research Computing can help coordinate HMS Labs and Cores in their Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) selection and implementation processes.