Public Engagement Fund returns for second year
Research Data Scotland (RDS) has announced the return of its Public Engagement Fund to support projects that improve public understanding of the use of data in research.
31 Jul 2024
News and insights
New animations launched to explain data topics
Research Data Scotland (RDS) has published three new animations targeted at researchers and members of the public, to help explain some of the ways data is used for research.
Research Data Scotland
21 May 2024
Researcher Access Service open for use
Research Data Scotland (RDS) has unveiled a new service to help speed up and simplify access to public sector data for researchers and data users.
Research Data Scotland
26 Apr 2024
£50k funding awarded to three projects to celebrate new Researcher Access Service
Research Data Scotland (RDS) has awarded approximately £50,000 in grant-funding to three projects as part of its Accelerator Awards, promoting research for the public benefit in Scotland.
Research Data Scotland
19 Apr 2024
RDS publishes latest business plan
The new business plan covers the period of 2024 to 2025 and outlines Research Data Scotland’s priorities towards achieving its long-term vision and strategy.
Research Data Scotland
08 Apr 2024
New RDS Highlights and Impact report published
We’re excited to share our first ever Highlights and Impact report, reflecting on the progress and connections we’ve made since we were established as a charity in 2021, all the way through to our latest projects.
Research Data Scotland
28 Mar 2024
Watch: Public Engagement Fund showcase
In 2023, Research Data Scotland (RDS) awarded over £56,000 to promote public engagement and involvement in data research in Scotland. In a recent showcase, the projects reflected on their work to date.
Research Data Scotland
11 Mar 2024
Dr Janet Egdell joins RDS as Advisor to the Board
Dr Janet Egdell, Interim Chief Executive of National Records of Scotland (NRS), joins the Research Data Scotland (RDS) Board as an Advisor, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise from the Scottish public sector.
Research Data Scotland
07 Mar 2024
Our top five takeaways from Love Data Week
Read on for our favourite topics from the week-long event.
Research Data Scotland
06 Mar 2024
Research Data Scotland welcomes Dr Emma Gordon as advisor to the board
Dr Emma Gordon joins the Research Data Scotland (RDS) Board of Trustees as an Advisor, bringing valuable insights into the administrative data landscape across the UK.
Research Data Scotland
13 Feb 2024