Writing your NSF Data Management and Sharing Plan (+ new Research.gov tool)

Applying for NSF funding? Join Tisch Library for a Zoom workshop on NSF Data Management and Sharing Plans, including recent changes to NSF data sharing policies.

All NSF proposals must include a Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP), outlining how your research data will be managed, shared, and preserved. On April 27, 2026, the NSF will be implementing a new webform for DMSPs which should be used by all plans submitted after that date. 

This workshop will cover the general NSF guidelines for writing a DMSP, directorate/division-specific guidance, and walk through the new Research.gov form for DMSPs. We’ll discuss your options for meeting NSF data sharing requirements, as well as best practices that can enhance your plan.