FAQ

Is there a fee for describing and sharing data via SND?
No, it's completely free of charge.

Who can share data via SND?
Data can be described and shared by anyone who represents a research principal, i.e., a public authority or a natural or legal person responsible for the research conducted in their remit. It is usually researchers employed at a higher education institution who take the initiative to and handle the data description and submission. The researcher does this as a representative for their principal.

Does SND assume ownership of data that are made accessible in the research data catalogue?
No, the research principal always retains full ownership of data that are described and made accessible via SND. The research principle is the governmental authority or a natural or legal person responsible for the research conducted in their remit.

How are research data that are made accessible with SND reused?
Data from the SND catalogue are often reused for further research, but are also used for teaching purposes, e.g., in student essays or theses on bachelor or master level.

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