Research Data Management

figshare is the RDM system at the University. It is a cloud-based data repository that supports multiple file formats. Research data in the form of datasets, code, audio, images and more can be disseminated via the University's figshare. Citations can be traced for datasets (not just the final research output/article) and analytics will show who is looking at our research data around the world.

figshare enables researchers to store research data in a secure way. The system is user-friendly, with easy access, and shareable with colleagues and collaborators on research projects. Where appropriate it enables researchers to make research data openly accessible.

Follow the simple steps below to get access to and deposit your data on figshare.

1. Go to https://ufs.figshare.com.
2. Click on Login.

1. Login with your UFS username and password.

1. The first time you log in, you will be asked permission via SAFIRE to use your name and email address.
2. When you are logged in, the landing page will show your items and storage space. By default, storage space is 0. Click on request more storage to apply for storage space.

You are now ready to use figshare!

For training, contact the Digital Scholarship Centre.

figshare at the University of the Free State can be used for storing and in-project sharing of research data. It provides POPIA and GDPR compliant, secure cloud-based storage space, which is regularly backed up. This service is available to research staff and postgraduate students. figshare can be used for short term or long term storage of data, as well as sharing data where appropriate.