Data Management Plan
This is an example Data Management Plan (DMP) for isotope archaeologists, based on information that aligns with the IsoArcH database, the premier community-driven platform for isotope research in bioarchaeology and forensic sciences
A data management plan (DMP) delineates the processes for collecting, organizing, storing, sharing, and preserving research data throughout a project’s lifespan. It is indispensable for fostering transparency, ensuring data integrity, enabling reproducibility, promoting collaboration, and meeting funder and institutional mandates. Typically required by funding agencies during the application phase or at project initiation, a well-crafted DMP is crucial for successful research endeavors.
IsoArcH provides a customized example DMP (Plomp et al. 2024) published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC-BY 4.0) and tailored specifically for isotope bioarchaeology. Rooted in our specialized field of research, the IsoArcH DMP adheres to the Science Europe core requirements for DMPs and offers comprehensive guidance on managing isotope data through the IsoArcH database. By referencing our template in your DMP, you can seamlessly integrate example responses into your plan. This simplifies the DMP creation process while also granting you access to expert insights.