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Research Data Management: DMU Figshare

What is DMU Figshare?

Link to DMU Figshare page

DMU Figshare 

  • A cloud-based data repository.
  • Supports multiple file formats including images, datasets, film, audio, code etc.
  • Enables research active staff and PhD students to store research data securely. 
  • User-friendly and easy to access.
  • Allows you to share your data with colleagues and collaborators on multiple research projects.
  • Enables you, as appropriate, to make research data openly accessible to the wider community both nationally and internationally. 
  • Track citations for individual datasets, not just the final output.
  • Check who is looking at your research data anywhere in the world, through intelligent analytics.

How can I start using DMU Figshare?

Simply follow the 3 step process below and you will get access to deposit your data onto DMU Figshare 

Step 1: 

Step 2: 

  • Await processing and approval for your DMU Figshare storage request

Step 3:

  • Receive confirmation for your allocated space to use DMU Figshare.

Now you’re ready to use DMU Figshare!

Don't forget to check out the online training course!

Key Resources

De Montfort Figshare Request (DFR) Form - Request access to DMU Figshare

DMU Figshare Terms & Conditions - Read before requesting access

DMU Figshare Training Course - Go through before using DMU Figshare

DMU Figshare case studies - See how others have used DMU Figshare

Support

For further information about DMU Figshare, contact: researchdataman@dmu.ac.uk 

Look out for our Research Systems Lab drop-in sessions

  • for face-to-face support on DMU Figshare, and other research systems
  • Check on Resjourney for dates