Why use figshare?

Figshare is a repository for University of ÐÂÀ˲ÊƱ staff and HDR students to store, share and publish digital files. It accepts all forms of digital research outputs including audio, video, PDF, images, code, datasets, presentations and more, and enables you to meet the requirements of the Research Data and Primary Materials Policy.ÌýÌý

Benefits include:

  • EasyÌý to upload and access files.
  • Simple metadata requirements.
  • Files can be public or private.
  • Allocates a DOI to your files, enabling citations and preserving access.
  • Assigns a license to determine conditions of re-use of your files.
  • Enables secure file sharing.
  • Meets journal open data availability requirements.
  • Manages embargos to allow you to control access.
  • Records altmetrics - views, shares, downloads, etc.Ìý
  • Data are discoverable via .

  • How can I use figshare?
    • Share and collaborate with others on your research data (past or present) so that they can use your research in their work. A unique citable identifier in the form of a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) will be assigned to your published data or collections.
    • Secure and control your valuable research data with safe and secure institutional storage. Control access to your work: make your data private, shareable with selected individuals or groups, or make it fully public with the ability to change access at any time.Ìý
    • Grow your research profile by building a portfolio of work that can be used as evidence when applying for grants, funding, and jobs.Ìý
    • Showcase and share your portfolio of research using unique, citable DOIs, meaning your research is discoverable by the wider community. You can also add your Open Researcher and Contributor ID (ORCiD) to your figshare account.Ìý
    • Access anywhere, any time and upload and cite data in any file format.Ìý
    • Set embargos so you can hold off publishing your research data until your research is published.