Proceedings Papers
Possible Downsides to Data Sharing in the Research Commons: Assets and Liabilities, Opportunities and Risks
Author:
Peter Schröder
Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS), Anna van Saksenlaan 51, 2593 HW Den Haag, The Netherlands
Abstract
Large-scale data policies easily may have unplanned effects of "homogeneity" on the available data supply. A narrowing of the scope of the data supply tailored to established research paradigms could limit the opportunities for unconventional, but also adventurous, new research directions with the risk of slowing down scientific progress. A systematic assessment of data portfolios not only on the aspects of quality, accessibility and sustainability, but diversity as well, could help to diminish this risk.
How to Cite:
Schröder, P., 2007. Possible Downsides to Data Sharing in the Research Commons: Assets and Liabilities, Opportunities and Risks. Data Science Journal, 6, pp.OD67–OD70. DOI: http://doi.org/10.2481/dsj.6.OD67
Published on
29 Jun 2007.
Peer Reviewed
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