UQ Research Data Manager (UQRDM) – A Comprehensive Solution for Efficient Research Data Management
Mariana Kaiser1 1University Of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
Abstract
Universities and research institutions globally face the challenge of managing vast amounts of data efficiently, ensuring secure storage, seamless collaboration, and streamlined workflows. Traditional data management approaches often involve fragmented systems, redundant data entry, and limited access methods, hindering researchers’ productivity and collaboration potential. The University of Queensland addresses these issues with UQ Research Data Manager (UQRDM). Developed and designed in-house, UQRDM has matured into one of the world’s largest integrated data management platforms that focuses on data security, integrity, accessibility, seamless collaboration, streamlined workflows and reducing administrative burdens.
The presentation will focus on showcasing the key features of UQRDM that address the challenges faced by researchers and research support staff. These features include multiple storage allocations, granular access control, dataset publishing, HDR thesis submission, and integration with other systems, eliminating redundant data entry.
A successful research data management system combines data integrity, accessibility, security, collaboration, streamlined workflows and robust user support. By encompassing these elements, researchers can effectively manage their data, contributing to the advancement of knowledge. UQ’s approach focuses on user buy-in and breaking down barriers to adoption. Thorough testing and attention to detail drive excellence in UQRDM, while prompt and high-quality user support enhances the user experience. UQRDM represents a significant step forward in streamlining research data management, offering an efficient solution to meet the evolving needs of modern scientific collaboration.
Biography
Mariana Kaiser is a Research Systems Lead at the University of Queensland (UQ) in Brisbane, Australia. Her team supports a variety of research management systems utilized by UQ researchers and professional staff. With a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement, she collaborates with various university departments and other stakeholders to ensure the continuous improvement of research management systems.