More accessible and secure research data
Auckland University of Technology has added a secure, centralised repository for storing completed research data to Tuwhera Research Repository, the University’s research archiving and open access platform.
The new repository strengthens the protection and governance of AUT research data, while increasing the visibility and impact of the University's research. It enables, where appropriate, datasets to be made discoverable and shared, supporting greater access to AUT’s research.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Research Professor Mark Orams says a significant focus of the new platform has been to build repository capability that instils confidence in AUT as a trusted research partner by facilitating the management of completed datasets in line with international standards.
“Developing our own AUT research data repository through Tuwhera has been an important undertaking, and one that has a significant contribution to make to the security and professionalism of how we handle research data. I’m pleased to see the repository live and ready to receive completed data,” says Mark.
Luqman Hayes, Senior Manager, Research Services, Te Mātāpuna Library & Learning Services says the repository represents an important shift in how AUT provides access to its research data.
“Not only does it offer better protection and governance, but datasets stored on Tuwhera can also be more shareable and open, contributing to equitable access to AUT research,” says Luqman.
A critical aspect of the research data capability on Tuwhera Research Repository is that Māori Data Sovereignty and Indigenous data governance principles are embedded into its design.
University Librarian Kim Tairi says these principles have guided the development of the repository from the outset.
“Ensuring mana and control of Māori and Indigenous data remain with Māori and Indigenous communities has been central to development,” says Kim.
“Choosing software able to offer this was vital. The Tuwhera Research Repository team are working in partnership with Te Ranga Tukutuku – AUT’s Māori Research Network, particularly in thinking around kaitiakitanga.”