An interpretation of the FAIR principles to guide implementations in the HMC digital ecosystem

Abstract

Findable, accessible, interoperable and reusable (FAIR) set principles that determine best practice for managing the dissemination and ensuring longevity of digital resources. The Helmholtz Metadata Collaboration (HMC) provides guidance on metadata and related topics to those working in the Helmholtz ecosystem. Given the complexity - both of the FAIR principles, and the Helmholtz ecosystem - we interpret the principles so they can be directly applicable to the Helmholtz context. In this interpretation we consider managers, tool-developers, data managers, and researchers amongst others; and provide guidance to these disparate roles on applying the FAIR principles in their professional lives.