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Kyushu University’s research data management storage system, QRDM, has been expanded with an additional 2PB of long-term storage capacity.

This new area is designed for the secure preservation of large-scale or sensitive research data. Using Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM) technology, data will ultimately be stored in cold storage (magnetic tape) for long-term retention.

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Availability

From Monday, June 30, 2025, at 9:00 AM (JST)

Applications will be accepted for the following purpose:

Preservation of large-scale or sensitive research data

※ The long-term storage area is also planned to support data preservation after retirement. Details will be announced separately once the operational schedule is finalized.

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How to Apply

To apply for access, please submit your request via the following form: Application Form

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More Information

For details on the features and usage of the Long-Term Storage Area (HSM Area), please refer to the following page:

Usage of the HSM Area in QRDM

■ Date and Time: Monday, June 30, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

The QRDM system utilizes NextCloud as its operational software. A version upgrade of NextCloud will be carried out during the above time period.

Please note that QRDM will be unavailable during the maintenance hours (9:00 AM – 5:30 PM).
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Division of Research Data Service, Data-Driven Innovation Initiative and Kyushu University Library, Library Office for DX Services released a video on research data management.

Video “Let Us Start Research Data Management” (in Japanese)

This material is intended for graduate students and researchers who want to learn about basics of research data management, as well as for staff who support research data management.

The video was produced by Osaka University, a member of the Human Resource Development Team, as part of the project “Developing a Research Data Ecosystem for the Promotion of Data-Driven Science”, based on learning materials published by Kyushu University in September 2023.

The original material can be downloaded from the following URL.
https://doi.org/10.15017/6796147

A policy of immediate open access for research outcome including articles and evidence-based data is required in Japan recently. Each university is expected to promote the development of the infrastructure and support system for open access under the Open Access Acceleration Project. This symposium will provide an opportunity to discuss with practitioners providing research data services overseas. What kinds of supports are needed for open access and research data management at Japanese universities, and what information infrastructure, human resources, and organizational infrastructure are necessary to realize this will be discussed.

Date and Time: October 11, 2024, 1:00 PM –5:00 PM
(Information Exchange: 5:10 PM – 6:00 PM)

Format: Hybrid (with simultaneous interpretation)
In-person: Inamori Hall, Kyushu University Ito Campus    
Online: Zoom (URL will be provided by email later)

Participation Fee: Free

Capacity: 80 in-person, 200 online

How to Register: Please register via the registration form.    
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 11:59 PM

Program:

Time	Contents
12:30-	Registration start
13:00-13:10	Opening Remarks
13:10-13:25	Introduction by Emi Ishita (Professor of Data-Driven Innovation Initiative of Kyushu University)
13:25-14:15	“Developments in Research Data Services in Academic Libraries Over Time: My experiences at Purdue University, the University of Michigan, and the University at Buffalo” by Jake Carlson (Associate University Librarian for Research, Collections and Outreach, the University at Buffalo)
14:15-14:25	Break
14:25-15:15	“Development, Implementation, and Assessment of Research Data Management in Edinburgh University” by Robin Rice (Data Librarian and Head of Research Data Support Services, Library & University Collections, the University of Edinburgh) and Simon Smith (Research Data Support Officer, Library & University Collections, the University of Edinburgh)
15:15-15:30	“Challenges in Open Access and Research data Services in Japan” by Hiroya Takeuchi (University librarian and Vice president of Chiba University)
15:30-15:45	“Challenges in Research Data Services in Kyushu University” by Yoichi Tomiura (Director of research data service in Kyushu University)
15:45-15:55	Break
15:55-16:55	Panel discussion
16:55-17:00	Closing remarks
17:10-18:00	Information exchange meeting (On-site, informal)

Contact:
Division of Research Data Service, Data-Driven Innovation Initiative, Kyushu University
rds_help@dx.kyushu-u.ac.jp

The software upgrade process for QRDM has been completed.

From now on, QRDM can be used as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Division of Research Data Service, Data-Driven Innovation Initiative and Kyushu University Library, Library Office for DX Services released an English version of learning material on research data management.

Learning Material “Let Us Start Research Data Management”

This material is intended for graduate students and researchers who want to learn about basics of research data management, as well as for staff who support research data management.

You are free to share or adapt it.

We welcome any feedback to make it better.

cf) Related Materials

• Learning Material “Let Us Start Research Data Management” Japanese version (PDF & PPTX)
• First Time Research Data Management: From Everyday Life in the Lab (Video)
  • Japanese version
  • English version

New learning material “First Time Research Data Management: From Everyday Life in the Lab” is now available.

It explains why proper research data management is necessary and what is expected to researchers, with examples and tips in a laboratory setting. Japanese version is also available.

First Time Research Data Management: From Everyday Life in the Lab

We welcome any feedback to make it better.

cf. Workshops & Learning Materials : Research Data Service

The QRDM system will be available as usual during the year-end and New Year holidays (December 29, 2023 – January 3, 2024).

Please note that inquiries and system troubles will be handled on or after January 4.

For inquiries, please contact us.

Kyushu University Research Data Management System “QRDM” is now accessible, providing a secure platform for the storage and collaborative sharing of research data.
We encourage you to make use of this valuable system to enhance your research endeavors.

QRDM Features

• Users：Faculty members of Kyushu University
• Storage Capacity：Currently, each faculty member can utilize up to 2 TB of storage space.
• File sharing：
  • The file-sharing feature facilitates collaborative data management with students and other collaborators.
  • It can be connected and used as an expansion storage for GakuNin RDM.

For additional details, please refer to here.
Thank you for considering QRDM for your research data storage needs.

Division of Research Data Service, Data-Driven Innovation Initiative released learning materials on research data management.

Let Us Start Research Data Management (Japanese version only)

This material is intended for graduate students and researchers who want to learn about basics of research data management, as well as for staff who support research data management.

You are free to share or adapt it.

We welcome any feedback to make it better.