What are the steps for depositing my data into an institutional repository at IU?

To deposit research data into an IU repository such as RCDataCORE Provides access & preservation services for digital research data catalog entrydirect link RC DataCORE or RCDataWorks Repository for preserving and sharing IUI digital research data catalog entrydirect link RC DataWorks . Below are the basic steps, but for more information, review the RCIU DataCORE Documentation Documentation for using IU DataCore catalog entrydirect link RC IU DataCORE Documentation or the RCIU DataWorks Documentation Learn about IUI DataWorks repository catalog entrydirect link RC IU DataWorks Documentation .

1. Prepare your data: Organize your files, choose open formats (e.g., CSV, TIFF), and create documentation like README files, metadata, and data dictionaries.
2. Select the right repository:
   • Use DataCORE (IUB and regional campuses) or DataWorks (IUI) for datasets.
   • Consult with a RCdata librarian Contact information for IU Research Data Services Librarians catalog entrydirect link RC data librarian or RCSecureMyResearch Free resources & consulting to help researchers protect data catalog entrydirect link RC SecureMyResearch if the data is sensitive or restricted.
3. Submit your data: Upload files, provide metadata, select a license, and include a data availability statement. A RCDOI Mints DOIs for scholarly work deposited in DataCore & IUScholarWorks catalog entrydirect link RC DOI will be assigned for citation.
4. Review and publish: The repository team will review your submission to ensure it meets institutional guidelines before making it publicly available.