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The Federated Research Data Repository (FRDR) is a system for researchers in Canada to deposit and share research data and to facilitate discovery of research data through federated searching across repositories.
Some key features include:
- accepts datasets that are larger than 2.5 GB
- managed storage spread across multiple Compute Canada Federation hosting sites
- a fully-bilingual user interface and robust documentation
- DOI registration for datasets
- optional embargoes on data and metadata records
- allows multiple people to collaborate on a submission
- support for special collections with organizational branding and links to external content
- secure repository storage for a minimum of 10 years after deposit
- file hierarchies: allows you to retain the hierarchical relationship between files and folders during transfer
- a responsive support service with business hours coverage across Canada (support@frdr-dfdr.ca)
Example Collections:
- A Digital Library of Behavioural Performance in Standardized Conditions - Szechtman Lab Collection | FRDR-DFDR (collection of data collected over 15 years in one lab)
- Global Water Futures | FRDR-DFDR (Cross-institutional research program)
Resources to get you started:
- FRDR’s before depositing documentation
- FRDR: The Essentials
- FRDR's written guides
- Helpful videos to get you started
- Readme File Template
