• All NIH applicants planning to generate scientific data are required to prepare and submit a DMS Plan that describes how the scientific data will be managed and shared.
• Research Covered Under DMS Policy

• Limit of 2 pages
• Address the following 6 Elements:

1. Data Type
2. Related Tools, Software and/or Code
3. Standards
4. Data Preservation, Access, and Associated Timelines
5. Access, Distribution or Reuse Considerations
6. Oversight of Data Management and Sharing

• If applicable, Genomic Data Sharing should also be addressed within the elements of the DMS Plan.
• Review the FOA for any specific institute or center requirements.
• Writing a DMS Plan
• Preview Optional Template

• May request funds for data management and sharing costs in the budget and budget justification.
• DMS costs must be incurred during the project performance period.
• Budgeting for DMS

• UNLV Libraries hosts a variety of data management resources that may help with developing a data management plan and more.
• UNLV Libraries: Data Management Resources

• NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy – the final Policy.
• Data Management and Sharing Policy Overview - an overview of policy expectations and where to go for more details. 
• Supplemental Information – additional resources including protecting privacy when sharing human research participant data.
• Statements & Notices – a complete list of leadership statements and guide notices. 
• FAQs - a library of answers to frequently asked questions about the DMS Policy.
• News & Events - to stay in the loop as new resources and events are announced. 
• Learning Page – to find webinar, slides, overviews, and decision tools.