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UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE
Research Data Policy
http://research.utk.edu/forms_docs/policy_research-data.pdf
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Research Data Policy
1. Objectives
Research Data are a valuable asset to The University of Tennessee (the University).
This policy protects the faculty’s and University's property rights by addressing
definition, responsibility, control, and distribution of Research Data produced during
activities supported by the University supported by external sponsors or produced with
University facilities, resources, or other personnel.
This policy is applicable to Research Data developed by University employees in
performing the duties of their employment by the University or through substantial use
of funds and facilities provided by the University. This policy assures that Research
Data are adequately recorded, archived, retained, and accessible for sufficient time to
support the associated research that produced the data and any intellectual property
developed by that research. This policy supports the academic freedom for free and
broad dissemination of Research Data, consistent with University policy and needs.
2. Definition of Research Data
For purposes of this policy, Research Data includes all records necessary for the
reconstruction and evaluation of reported results of research and the events and
processes leading to those results, regardless of form or media. Research Data may
include laboratory notebooks, databases documenting research, and other compilations
of information developed during research.
Research Data are distinct and separate from, but may be associated with, other
intellectual property such as patentable or copyrightable works, and trademarks.
Intellectual property is subject to a separate policy (see The University of Tennessee
Statement of Policy on Patents, Copyrights, and Other Intellectual Property), as is
Tangible Research Property (see Tangible Research Property Policy).
3. Responsibility for Research Data
The University is ultimately responsible for the accuracy and sufficiency of research
records, the cornerstone of rigorous research. Therefore, the University is responsible
for Research Data developed by University personnel in performing the duties of their
employment by the University or through substantial use of facilities or funds provided
by the University. Such responsibility applies to research funded by external sources
and managed by the University, unless the University agrees to another arrangement in
a grant, contract, or other agreement.
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