Hazmi, Norzelatun Rodhiah
(2025)
Adopting research data management: Perceptions and
practices among researchers.
In: 7th International Conference on Libraries (ICOL) 2025 “Towards Sustainable Future Libraries”, Penang, Malaysia.
Abstract
Research data management (RDM) is essential for ensuring compliance, integrity, accessibility, and the long-term preservation of research data. Many universities recognize its importance and encourage researchers to
adopt best practices. However, despite growing awareness, researchers often struggle to implement RDM
effectively. Using a quantitative approach, data is being collected through an online survey targeting researchers
from various disciplines. The survey explores RDM perception, current data management behaviors, and barriers
preventing full adoption of best practices among researchers at the International Islamic University Malaysia
(IIUM), where an institutional RDM policy is still in development. Additionally, this study explores the connection
between researchers’ perceptions of RDM importance and their actual RDM practices. Respondents are asked to
reflect on several thematic aspects of RDM, including data storage and preservation, principles and compliance,
privacy and security, and data access and sharing. This paper focuses particularly on the findings related to data
storage and preservation. The results offer valuable insights into the extent of alignment between perception
and practice in this area and highlight where institutional improvements are needed, particularly where
implementation falls short of perceived importance. By presenting emerging findings from the survey, this study
aims to contribute to the development of an effective RDM strategy at the institutional level. The results will be
particularly relevant for libraries, research offices, and university administrators looking to enhance RDM support
services. The full findings of the study, covering all thematic areas, identified challenges, and proposed future
interventions, are intended for publication in a peer-reviewed journal to contribute more broadly to the literature
on RDM adoption in higher education.
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