FAQ

Managing Data @Melbourne resource questions

  • I can’t access the Managing Data @Melbourne resource (LMS is down)

    Please submit a Service Now request.

  • I can’t access DMP Melbourne to create a data management plan

    If you are having trouble logging in, see this guide, otherwise contact Digital Stewardship or submit a Service Now request.

  • Can I reuse Managing Data @Melbourne content elsewhere?

    Yes, see the Terms of Use listed on the About page here.

General research data & output questions

  • How do I access research data storage?

    There's now a list of many data storage options available to researchers.

    Also see the knowledge base article for an overview of storage options available to University of Melbourne researchers and research students.  If you have complex needs or require a consultation for further information, use the following form.

    [ref. KB0020387]

  • How do I make data/files available online? (for my publication / data publishing)

    See this knowledge base article for more on publisher policies, on melbourne.figshare.com the University's institutional data publishing repository, and reserving a DOI.

  • How do I share with or send my data to others?

    Please see the knowledge base article for an overview of storage options.

  • Where do I leave research data when leaving the University of Melbourne?

    Please see the knowledge base article for more on this topic.

  • Where do I store sensitive research data?

    Please see the knowledge base article for more on storing sensitive data.

  • How do I archive a website to retain as a research output?

    Please see the knowledge base article for information on archiving websites.

  • How do I get a DOI for my research output?

    The University of Melbourne does not provide DOIs for traditional research outputs (see the knowledge base article), but DOI's are available via figshare for supplementary materials and non-traditional outputs (see a different knowledge base article).