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title: Data Confidentiality in Open Science
date: 2023-11-01
author: Konstantinos Rigas
category: practice
tags: reusability
category: knowledge
tags: data
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# INTRODUCTION
Researchers often encounter challenges when dealing with data obtained from industries that cannot be openly shared in repositories.
In this post, Konstantinos Rigas shares some of his solutions to dealing with confidential data in research.

# Introduction

Open science represents a groundbreaking approach to research, emphasizing transparency, collaboration, and the sharing of knowledge, data, and methodologies within
the scientific community. [1] A central pillar of open science is the availability of research data. Nonetheless, ensuring data confidentiality within the framework of
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scientific discoveries, ultimately nurturing trust in the scientific process. This article delves into the significance of data sharing in open repositories, the obstacles
faced by researchers when industrial data cannot be openly disclosed, and proposes potential solutions to effectively navigate these data confidentiality issues.

# PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION
# Problem Identification

Despite the manifold advantages of open science, researchers often encounter challenges when dealing with data obtained from industries that cannot be openly shared
in repositories. Industries have legitimate concerns about preserving their proprietary data, trade secrets, and competitive advantages. Researchers find themselves
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the outset to preempt conflicts. Additionally, certain data may contain sensitive personal information or details that could be detrimental if disclosed, necessitating
the development of methods to protect such data while upholding open science principles.

# PROPOSED SOLUTIONS
# Proposed Solutions

1. Addressing these challenges surrounding data confidentiality in open science is imperative. Researchers should establish comprehensive data-sharing agreements with
industry partners at the project's inception, explicitly defining data ownership, the extent of data sharing, and the conditions under which data can be made publicly
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4. In certain cases, trusted third-party organizations can act as intermediaries, managing industry data in a manner that ensures compliance with confidentiality
agreements while enabling as much open data sharing as possible.

# CONCLUSION
# Conclusions

Data confidentiality is a crucial consideration within the realm of open science. While open data sharing is a fundamental principle for advancing scientific knowledge,
it is equally important for researchers to respect the confidentiality requirements of industries and data owners. By establishing clear agreements, employing data
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