Checklists and Templates

NIH Resources

• DMS Plan format page aligns with the recommended elements of a DMS Plan template to develop a DMS Plan

• NIH Sample Data Management Plans have been provided by NIH as examples of how a DMS Plan could be completed in different contexts, conforming to the Elements of an NIH DMS Plan. Example DMPs include clinical, human and non-human genetics, survey data, technology development, and secondary use DMPs

Working Group on NIH DMS Policy Guidance

• Data Management and Sharing Plan Checklist for Researchers aligns with the required elements of a DMS Plan

• Converting a resource sharing plan into a DMS Plan provides annotated guidance

• Example DMS Plans compiled from researchers, institutions, libraries, and workgroups who shared their data management Plans online from 2012-22

• A range of additional resources are available on the Working Group’s project page

Additionally, the Network of the National Library of Medicine Center for Data Services developed a DMS Policy Toolkit, offering guides, tools, and other resources to meet requirements. Topics include Policy Information, Plans, Data Sharing, Costs, Classes, and Glossaries.