# Research Data Research data comprises the empirical and factual information collected, observed, or generated to support scientific inquiry and investigation. This data can originate from various sources, including experiments, surveys, or computational models, and is essential in validating hypotheses and advancing theoretical constructs. Research data's integrity and accessibility are crucial for reproducibility and the furtherance of scientific discourse. In the broader context of data, research data serves as a cornerstone for the advancement of knowledge across disciplines. Its meticulous management enables evidence-based decision-making, facilitating progress in areas such as technology, medicine, and social sciences. For more information about recent research data research, please consult the following resources: * [WorldCat](https://search.worldcat.org/search?&offset=1&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Research+Data) * [Consensus](https://consensus.app/results/?synthesize=off&copilot=off&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Research+Data) * [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Research+Data) Our research team, partners, and the extended Network of the Datasphere have identified the following organizations working at the intersection of data or data governance and research data. We recognize this is a dynamic field and would appreciate your help to [[contact our research team|improve]] this resource.