Sharing Research Data: Finding the Right Repository

This informational session will provide an overview of federal public access requirements for data, general strategies for identifying appropriate repository options, a detailed walkthrough of university-supported platforms, and guidance on resources available to help you prepare and share your research data effectively.


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Date
September 23, 2026 - September 23, 2026
Location
Virtual
Time
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Date
September 23, 2026 - September 23, 2026
Time
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location
Virtual

Are you looking to share your research data to meet sponsor requirements, increase research impact, or support open science? Whether you are navigating federal data sharing policies or just interested in making your research data openly available, choosing the right repository is a critical first step for both compliance and long-term research impact.

In this webinar, we will explore the landscape of data repositories and the university resources available to support your data sharing goals, including:

  • Identifying the Right Repository: How to evaluate repository choices based on data type, federal agency guidelines, and access requirements
  • University Supported Options: A detailed overview of the data repository services provided by Ohio State to support a variety of data sharing use cases
  • Preparing Data for Deposit: Practical steps for data management planning to ensure data are ready for sharing at the end of an award or study

This workshop is open to all researchers, faculty, postdocs and graduate students, regardless of funding status or discipline, as well as research administration staff who support funded projects.

Can’t make the workshop? Check out the Data Management & Sharing Guide for more information about Ohio State resources for data sharing. For questions or additional information, please contact datamanagement@osu.edu.

Event Organizer

Kelsey Badger, Research Data Librarian

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