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What WCM-supported data storage tools integrate with WIDRR?

The following list of data storage tools are WCM-supported and/or WCM-implemented. They comply with the new Data Retention policies, and integrate with WIDRR

When do I have to take the WCM Data Retention & Export Control Attestation?

As of July 11, 2022, Faculty have 60 days to take the course and attest that they abide by its policies. The Attestation should be complete no later than September 16, 2022. 

How do I access the WCM Data Retention & Export Control Attestation?

The WCM Data Retention & Export Control Attestation, a 20-minute course covering both new Cornell University policies, will be available as of July 11, 2022 in the Learning module of WBG (LMS). The Attestation records your understanding of and agreement with the research data policies.

How to access the WCM Data Retention & Export Control Attestation:

1. Navigate to the Weill Business Gateway (wbg.weill.cornell.edu) and click the Learning tile. Or use the link: http://sf-lms.weill.cornell.edu/ 

2. On the My Learning homepage, there is a Find Learning search box. Type WCM Data Retention & Export Control Attestation in the search box and click Go.

For full instructions view this Knowledge Article: HowTo: Find a Course in SuccessFactors Learning Management System 

If the Attestation has been assigned to you, follow these instructions: HowTo: Start a Course in the SuccessFactors Learning Management System

What are the Principal Investigator’s (PI) rights and responsibilities in regard to research data?

Within the limits set by the superseding authority of Cornell, agreements with collaborators, and any applicable terms within sponsored agreement, the Principal Investigator (PI) has the right and authority to control the use of and access to any research data conducted under their management, including data used in publications or presentations. The PI is responsible for maintaining and retaining data, and ensuring their integrity. Full list of responsibilities found in section 1.3.6.

What are Cornell and WCM's rights and responsibilities in regard to research data?

Cornell and Weill Cornell Medicine own the research data and related property rights that arise from the activities of their researchers and others who use university resources. This includes resources provided through grants, contracts, awards, or gifts.

What does the Research Data Retention Policy say about publication?

  • The Principal Investigator (PI) has the right and responsibility to ensure that research is accurately reported, as well as to select the vehicle most appropriate for publication. 
  • The PI must ensure that any figures, tables, images, data, or assertions included in the publication can be defended from the raw data, and that they are not manipulated.

Section 1.3.11 contains full details on Publication.

Who will have access to the research data in the repository?

Cornell University and WCM: Cornell and WCM have the right to access all research data generated under their auspices, supported by their funds, or conducted using their facilities. They have the right to take custody of research data. 

WCM Faculty, PI: WCM faculty, PI, or other researcher who leaves the University may request a copy of research data for projects on which they have worked. Submit requests to Senior Associate Dean of Research or Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Research.

Section 1.3.10 contains full details on Research Data Access. 

Should I archive the raw data of a paper I authored but not as first or last author (co-author)?

If you are collaborating with researchers outside of the institution, including institutions located abroad, and this collaboration results in (a) published manuscript(s)you are responsible for archiving the raw data that pertains to your contributions in the publication(s). The same logic applies to grant applications.

What do we mean by raw data?

The WCM definition of raw data for retention purposes is the following: 

  • Data considered as raw data are any final file generated by instruments used to collect raw data prior to any additional filtration, data cleaning, or analysis work. If you have any question about what qualifies as raw dataplease contact a Samuel J. Wood Library data retention specialist. 

WCM leaves to the PI the responsibility to determine which appropriate format to use for their raw data according to the standards in their respective fields (i.e. the raw data format usually required by journals in the field)

How long does data need to be retained?

Primary data and supporting images must be available for at least six years after publication. If data and images are used in a subsequent publication, or cited in a subsequent publication or grant application by faculty, then data must be available for an additional six years.