SciLifeLab launches FAIR Storage and opens for project applications
Life science research is increasingly data-driven. This enables new knowledge and insights not possible just a decade ago. Access to compute and storage infrastructure is key for this research development. SciLifeLab has recently launched a new service to promote FAIR data sharing by offering storage allocations linked to active data management plans and the publishing of digital research outputs. The service is referred to as ‘SciLifeLab FAIR Storage’ and is now open for applications in SUPR, the Swedish User and Project Repository, in Rounds 2023.
SciLifeLab FAIR Storage aims to advance scientific knowledge and discovery within Swedish data-driven life science, and support data sharing in accordance with the FAIR principles. As the newest addition to SciLifeLab Data Platform services, SciLifeLab FAIR Storage collates guidelines, documentation, steering documents, and support, and aim to support access and use. The SciLifeLab FAIR Storage resources are available for projects within the field of data-driven life sciences affiliated with Swedish organization.
SciLifeLab Data Centre is responsible for the allocation of resources and application process for the SciLifeLab FAIR Storage. “We are thrilled to launch our FAIR storage initiative. We know that it has been eagerly anticipated within the research community and will greatly benefit Swedish data-driven life science research,” says Jonas Svensson, IT Manager at SciLifeLab Data Centre.
Announced at the DDLS Annual Conference, SciLifeLab Data Storage is now open for applications until Dec 31st. The prerequisites for applicants include good Research Data Management (RDM) Practices, such as proper documentation, metadata, and to initiate and maintain a Data Management Plan. The researchers should also adhere to established data repository standards and guidelines, making their data available through repositories that align with FAIR principles and assign persistent identifiers ( PIDs) to all research outputs.
“We encourage researchers to use these resources for collaborative efforts by facilitating data sharing and collaboration within and beyond research groups. Proper documentation and good research data management practices are integral for SciLifeLab storage resource allocations, and these elements are also key to ensuring data reuse, and maximizing the value of research. To foster an environment of cooperation and knowledge exchange is an important part of this initiative,” says Hanna Kultima, Vice Head of SciLifeLab Data Centre.
- Learn more about SciLifeLab FAIR Storage: https://data.scilifelab.se/services/fairstorage/
- Watch the virtual support event on Nov 30, offered by SciLifeLab Data Centre & NBIS where the SciLifeLab FAIR Storage applications process, along with Research Data Management resources needed for the application, was presented: https://youtu.be/Oh0-9i3tvag
- For RDM support see the SciLifeLab RDM Guidelines https://data-guidelines.scilifelab.se/ or contact us at data-management@scilifelab.se
- Access the DMP tool Data Stewardship Wizard here https://dsw.scilifelab.se
The SciLifeLab FAIR Storage is part of the newly developed resources made possible through the SciLifeLab and Wallenberg Research Program for Data-Driven Life Science (DDLS) that enables life science research previously not possible.
