To ensure consistency, transparency, and integrity in how data are accessed, contributed, and managed within the NeuroHIV Data Ecosystem, we have developed a set of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). These SOPs are designed to support researchers, data contributors, and internal teams in navigating the ecosystem efficiently and responsibly.
The SOPs outlined below provide step-by-step guidance on:
- SOP for Investigators Accessing Data - Procedures for requesting, reviewing, and obtaining access to datasets, including data use agreements and user responsibilities.
- SOP for Investigators Contributing Data - Guidelines for preparing, submitting, and curating data contributions, including metadata requirements and quality assurance steps.
- SOP for Internal Data Organization and Validation - Protocols for how data are structured, validated, and maintained within the ecosystem to ensure consistency, interoperability, and long-term usability.
Each SOP is intended to promote best practices in data stewardship and align with the ecosystem’s commitments to FAIR, TRUST, and CARE principles.