Useful links
This section provides curated links to trusted external resources used in research data management, FAIR data preparation, metadata creation, repository publication and participation in the European Open Science Cloud.
The links are grouped by practical task so that researchers, data stewards, curators and infrastructure teams can quickly identify relevant repositories, standards, tools, identifier services and legal guidance.
Resource information
Resource type
Curated directory of external research data resources
Intended users
Researchers, data stewards, curators, librarians and infrastructure teams
Recommended use
While selecting repositories, standards, FAIR tools, PID services and data planning resources
Link status
External resources maintained by their respective organisations
How resources are selected
Priority is given to official services, recognised research infrastructures, international standards organisations, European Open Science initiatives and tools with clear documentation, governance and maintenance responsibility.
Inclusion in this directory does not constitute certification or endorsement. Users should verify current terms, technical requirements, licences, costs and access conditions on the provider’s website.
Browse useful links
Select a topic to access a curated list of relevant tools, services, standards and guidance.
Data repositories and catalogues
Trusted services for depositing, discovering, publishing and accessing research datasets and related outputs.
FAIR and EOSC tools
Tools for FAIR assessment, metadata preparation, research-object packaging, interoperability and EOSC service use.
Metadata standards and vocabularies
Metadata schemas, application profiles, controlled vocabularies, ontologies and registries for consistent data description.
Persistent identifier services
Services for identifying datasets, publications, researchers, organisations, software and other research objects.
How to use this directory
Select resources according to the research task, disciplinary context and requirements of the institution, funder or repository.
Define the task
Determine whether you need to deposit data, create metadata, assess FAIRness or prepare a DMP.
Check suitability
Verify disciplinary scope, accepted resource types, access conditions and technical requirements.
Review conditions
Check costs, licences, privacy rules, preservation policies and provider responsibilities.
Document the choice
Record selected tools, standards and services in the DMP, README or institutional workflow.
External resources
External websites, tools and services are maintained by their respective providers. Their availability, functionality, pricing, terms of use and privacy conditions may change.
Before using a resource for sensitive, confidential or institutionally managed data, verify its current policies and consult the responsible institutional service where necessary.