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Recently, Colin Combs, UND’s associate vice president for Research & Economic Development, and Zeineb Yousif, digital initiatives librarian at UND’s Chester Fritz Library, sat down with UND President Andy Armacost to discuss how the so-called “Nelson memo” affects researchers at UND. The memo, which came from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, […]

Implementation of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) memo (the “Nelson memo”) mandating federally funded research data be deposited in a digital repository will take effect Dec. 31, 2025. Data impacted is for research funded in 2025 or later. The Nelson memo requires free, open access to peer-reviewed publications and associated research data, […]

In today’s data-driven world, the ability to transform raw numbers into compelling visual stories is more important than ever. Data visualization is not just about making charts—it’s about making meaning. Why Data Visualization Matters John Tukey once said, “The greatest value of a picture is when it forces us to notice what we never expected […]

New policies and procedures created by federal granting agencies have added a layer of compliance maintenance related to article submissions. The good news is that there are several tools to help you to track the progression of your article submissions as you work toward ensuring open access compliance. My Bibliography – My Bibliography, a tool within […]

SMHS researchers: if you’ve applied for grants from NIH, NSF, or other funders, you’ve probably run into the words Data Management Plan (DMP). And if you’ve ever thought, “Where do I even start?”— SMHS Library Resources has you covered. So, what’s a DMP? A DMP is a short document (usually 1–2 pages) that explains how […]