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When goodbye comes too soon: How to wrap up science projects quickly

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Science projects are designed and funded to last several years, but sometimes end prematurely, leading to lost data and effort. We discuss inexpensive solutions for quickly documenting partially finished projects and for publishing "as you go" in an uncertain environment.

Source: PLoS Biology

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pbio.3003455

Authors: Megan Hastings Hagenauer, Stacey J. Winham, Alexandra L. J. Freeman, Paul W. Sternberg, Benedict J. Kolber

Institutions: University of Michigan, Mayo Clinic, California Institute of Technology, The University of Texas at Dallas

Language: English

Topic: Research Data Management Practices

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $5,500

Funder: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke