Repositories can offer stable methods of preservation as well as dynamic tools for research and scholarly communication, depending on what a user needs. There are a number of scholarly repository options available. When choosing a repository for your research, think about the following:
- Technical Specs
- Are there size limits?
- What types of materials can be uploaded?
- Cost
- Are there charges to use the repository?
- Discoverability
- Are there options for access (open, closed, restricted)? What is required for your project?
- How easy is it to find items in the repository?
- How about outside the repository?
- Other Considerations
- Is a persistent identifier (like a DOI) needed for your materials? Is that service offered?
- Is your project collaborative? Will others need to upload files or add notes to the collection?
- Is deposit with a specific repository required (e.g., as a condition of a grant or award)?
