The Research Core Dataset: standardizing the management and reporting of research information in the German science system

Abstract

The Research Core Dataset (RCD) is a recently developed voluntary standard for the harmonized management and reporting of research information by universities and non-university research institutions in the German science system. The presentation provides an introduction to the RCD standard, its contents and development as well as compatibility with CERIF. It provides insights into the current implementation process and concludes with an outlook on the future development of the standard.