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About ARDMS

The Academic Research Data Management System is a centralized platform for universities and colleges of India.

About ARDMS

The Academic Research Data Management System (ARDMS) functions as a centralized, comprehensive solution for managing the entire lifecycle of research data within academic institutions. With the vast amounts of data produced across diverse fields, effective data management has become increasingly crucial. This ARDMS provides researchers with structured support, starting from the initial planning and collection stages to the secure storage, long-term preservation, sharing, and reuse of research data. Designed to uphold the FAIR principles—making data Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable. It serves as an essential tool for academic libraries and researchers alike, ensuring that research outputs are not only maintained and preserved but also readily available for future use and exploration.

Mission & Vision

The core mission of this system is to deliver essential services that aid researchers in managing their data efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements. It includes secure storage solutions that protect data integrity and reduce the risk of data loss, robust metadata management for detailed data descriptions, and adherence to data management policies that align with funding bodies and publishers' standards. Additionally, it offers the features for data discovery and sharing, enabling researchers to make their work more visible and accessible to others in the field. By offering these services, it allows researchers to focus on their primary scientific pursuits, confident that their data is being properly managed, preserved, and safeguarded for future access and use.