Manage Research Data

Research data are generated in many different forms, ranging from measurement data and audiovisual materials to software and documented testing procedures. Effective research data management ensures that these data remain findable, understandable, and reusable over the long term.

The University Library serves as a first point of contact for research data management at TUHH. We provide information, guidance, and support on a wide range of research data management topics.

For projects within the Cluster of Excellence BlueMat – Water-Driven Materials and the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1615 SMART Reactors for the Process Engineering of the Future, dedicated Data Stewards are available to support researchers with specific research data management requirements.

Upcoming RDM Events

Data Management Plans Demystified – Hands-on Workshop
9 September 2026 | 9:00–13:00 | Online | English
Organized by: Hamburg University of Technology Library and HafenCity University Hamburg
This hands-on workshop introduces the fundamentals of creating Data Management Plans (DMPs). After an overview of the key components and requirements of DMPs, participants will apply their knowledge in a practical exercise. They can choose to develop a data management plan either for a fictional engineering use case or for their own research project.
Registration and further information coming soon

Data Documentation and Metadata – Hands-on Workshop
14 October 2026 | 9:00–13:00 | HafenCity University Hamburg | English
Organized by: Hamburg University of Technology Library and HafenCity University Hamburg
Learn how to document and describe research data using metadata to ensure that they remain understandable, reusable, and accessible over time. This workshop introduces best practices and practical approaches for creating high-quality documentation that meets scientific standards.
Registration and further information coming soon

Consultation and Contact

Do you have questions about research data management? We are here to help.

We provide guidance and support for the planning and implementation of research data management throughout the research lifecycle, particularly in the following areas:

• Preparing research data management sections for third-party funding proposals
  For the best possible support, please contact us approximately four weeks before the submission deadline.
• Developing research data management guidelines and policies for your project
• Organising and documenting research data
• Considering legal and ethical requirements in handling research data
• Publishing and archiving research data