GW Research Data Survey, Phase I: Data Access, Storage, and Preservation Needs

The GW Research Data Survey, Phase I: Data Access, Storage, and Preservation Needs aims to assess faculty data needs, acquisition behaviors, and storage practices, with particular attention to the vulnerability of research data. Specifically, the survey will identify the types of data faculty require, determine whether they have successfully accessed and downloaded these datasets, document where and how they store data, and evaluate whether these datasets are federally maintained or at risk due to accessibility, security, or preservation concerns.

Additionally, this survey will inform efforts to centralize and coordinate data preservation at George Washington University, ensuring long-term stability and increasing access to critical research data.

This survey consists of 13 questions and should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete.
 

How Your Responses Will Be Used

The information gathered will be used to prioritize data backup efforts and determine how best to support long-term storage and accessibility of research data. Identifying information will not be collected unless you choose to opt in by sharing your email address. Only aggregate data will be shared outside of the members of the Research Data Management Task Force. 

The Research Data Management Task Force

The Research Data Management Task Force is a collaboration between Libraries and Academic Innovation, Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library, GW Information Technology, and the Office of the Vice Provost for Research.