Data Bites Sessions
Join our series of online sessions designed to spread awareness on various topics related to Research Data Management. This is an opportunity to take a short break from your busy day, and learn something new and useful! See the upcoming sessions in the schedule 2026.
What to expect
Each session features a quick 15-minute talk or demo, followed by a 15-minute chat, focusing on one specific RDM topic. From RDM essentials, FAIR principles, documentation, versioning, storage to preparing data for publishing (to name just a few). We keep it basic and crucial, ensuring you leave with a clear understanding of each topic. Data Bites is your ticket to understanding RDM in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Why attend
🚀 Gain practical knowledge into RDM
🤝 Engage in open discussions and get immediate support on your problem
🎓 Simplify complex topics
🔍 Opportunity to request more in-depth sessions or training
Who should attend
👩🎓 Aimed at researchers at all levels, students, and anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of RDM.
When and where
📅 Monthly, on the last Thursdays of each month (see schedule for specific date)
🕗 13:00-13:30
📍 Teams
Schedule 2026
| Date | Session title and abstract | Registration |
|---|---|---|
| August 27 | How to choose data storage Whether you're working solo, in a research team, or with external collaborators, choosing the right data storage solution is key. In this session, we’ll explore different storage options and help you determine which ones best suit your project's needs. | Following soon |
| September 24 | Effective collaboration tools Explore the benefits and policies of sharing research data, and discover platforms for streamlined collaboration. Maximize your research impact through effective data sharing practices. | Register here |
| October 29 | Reproducible research: best practices Reproducible research ensures scientific integrity by allowing others to independently verify your findings. Best practices begin with proactive planning, particularly through the use of Data Management Plans. Finally, execution requires careful data documentation, consistent version control, and the use of open, sustainable file formats. | Following soon |
| November 26 | Open-Source licensing Code drives research, and your code can be useful for others, including you in the future. But, posting your code online isn't enough. Doing so will default to "all rights reserved", blocking others from reusing your code. That's why you need to release your code under a license. In this Data Bites session, I will outline how you can choose a license for your code, how you can pay it forward to yourself, the broader research community, and beyond. | Register here |
Previous sessions
2026
| Date | Session title and abstract | Resources |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29 | Research Data Management basics We will discuss the importance of proper RDM in academia, the benefits it brings, and the common and best practices for managing your research data. | 🎥 Video 🖼️ Slides |
| Feb 26 | Research Archival Package Solution (RAPS) - preservation of data underlying scientific papers Curious about how to safeguard your research data for long-term? Meet RAPS: TU/e’s new solution designed to help researchers preserve the data underlying their scientific papers with ease and security. In this session, we’ll explore what RAPS is, who it’s for, and how you can start using it. | 🎥 Video 🖼️ Slides |
| Mar 26 | Data Management Plans and why every project needs one DMPs are often required by funders, but they are more than just paperwork. How can a DMP help you stay organized, and what does it include? Let's find out in this session. | 🖼️ Slides |
| Apr 30 | Privacy, Security and Ethics in research projects Privacy and Ethics matter in all research, with or without human data. In this session, we'll cover how to protect data and follow TU/e's ethics and privacy guidelines, with the use of Research Cockpit. | 🎥 Video 🖼️ Slides |
| May 28 | How to create a data package Whether you aim to share, publish, or archive your data, creating a comprehensive data package is essential. Join us for this session to discover the essential elements that should be included in every data package. | 🎥 Video 🖼️ Slides |
| June 25 | Version control in action Dive into Git version control with our hands-on session. Explore essentials, grasp the importance of versioning, and learn practical steps for efficient project management. | 🎥 Video 🖼️ Slides |
2024 & 2025
The Data Bites sessions are an initiative started in the Build Environment at TU/e by Lucia Forrová . After 2 years, the data stewards team decided to take this initiative TU/e wide! Check the BE Data Bites website to access the slide decks of previous sessions.