🟠Onboarding at reNEW
Onboarding at reNEW
Welcome to reNEW: Research Data Management Onboarding.
Welcome to the reNEW Research Data Management (RDM) Platform — your central hub for tools, guidance, and support throughout the research data lifecycle. Whether you're a new researcher just getting started or a senior scientist refining your workflows, this platform is designed to help you confidently navigate institutional policies, funder requirements, and best practices in responsible data management.
Getting Started as a New Researcher at reNEW
As a newly employed researcher at reNEW, it is essential to engage with RDM practices from the beginning of your project. This platform provides a structured onboarding path, guiding you through the core components of responsible data management, including:
UCPH research data policies
Funder-specific requirements
Best practices for handling and sharing research data
Adoption of the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable)
To support your onboarding, please begin by reviewing the following two introductory presentations:
Promoting Good Research Data Management through the Use of Data Champions An overview of reNEW’s peer-led support system that promotes reproducibility, compliance, and a shared culture of responsible data stewardship.
Data Management Plan (DMP) Seminar A short introduction to DMPs, explaining their purpose and how to develop one that meets both UCPH and funder expectations.
These materials will help you establish good practices from day one and connect you with the local RDM support network.
What You’ll Find on This Platform
The reNEW RDM Platform is structured to offer a comprehensive, easy-to-navigate experience, including:
Onboarding resources for new researchers
Institutional policies and funder guidelines
Practical guidance across all phases of the research lifecycle
Templates and documentation for domain-specific research (e.g., sequencing data, imaging platforms)
Links to group-specific data portals and internal workflows
Direct access to the UCPH Research Portal — the official source for RDM tools, services, and compliance documentation
reNEW Data Champions Program
The reNEW Data Champions are volunteer researchers trained to provide peer-to-peer RDM support. Their role is to help foster a collaborative, practical, and FAIR-aligned approach to data stewardship within the reNEW community.
The Data Champions support you by:
Helping organize, store, and share data effectively
Promoting compliance with legal, institutional, and funder mandates
Supporting the adoption and implementation of the FAIR principles
Guiding the integration of RDM best practices into your workflows
By embedding these principles into everyday research, the Data Champions contribute to a stronger, more sustainable data culture across the Node.
Building a Responsible Data Culture
Responsible data management is a shared responsibility. Through collaborative support and clear standards, reNEW aims to:
Enhance the reproducibility and integrity of scientific outputs
Encourage open, responsible data sharing
Ensure long-term preservation, accessibility, and reuse of research data
Align with institutional and funder expectations for transparency and data governance
Need Help? Contact & Support
You are encouraged to contact us for questions, support, or one-on-one guidance on any aspect of research data management — including developing a DMP, organizing your data, or meeting funder requirements.
Contact: Richard Dennis Data Steward, reNEW Available every Wednesday from 14:00–15:00 (in person) or by appointment Email: [email protected]
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