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A New Data Registry is Available to Find Data

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Data registry re3data.org: registry of research data repositories was launched in December 2012.

A searchable registry which aims to promote a culture of sharing, increased access and better visibility of research data (re3data.org, Dec 2012). The search tool helps researchers to find discipline specific repositories for storage and access to research data. Unique to re3data.org is the use icons for the researcher to quickly identify important characteristics of the research data repository with additional useful information for example:
• Open or restricted access
• Licencing
• Repositories policy
• Tick of approval once reviewed by the re3data.org team
For further information go to FAQ or to search the data registry go to re3data.org.


Other DATA REGISTRIES available include:
DataCite - repository list.
Databib - a searchable catalog / registry / directory / bibliography of research data repositories.