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The UKDA has been successful in securing research and development awards from a number of sources including the ESRC, the European Commission and the JISC. The UKDA works in collaboration with organisations worldwide, including partner archives, data libraries, research centres and national statistical institutes, to achieve the goals and objectives of each award.

Current R&D activities cover a range of topics relevant to the overall goals of the UK Data Archive. These activities enhance the Archive's services, consolidate its position as an internationally-respected organisation and spearhead new developments in data preservation and dissemination. In recent years this has resulted in the development of software for web browsing, data discovery and delivery. The UKDA is also making a significant contribution to the adoption and development of metadata standards for data.

One of the primary aims of the UKDA is to support the secondary use of quantitative and qualitative data for research, teaching and learning. The UKDA is keen to encourage students and researchers to make use of available data and therefore has a particular interest in the creation and development of training material and is working on a number of projects to produce these.

• Current research and development activities
• Completed research and development activities

For further information regarding the Archive's R&D activities, contact the appropriate UKDA contact or email Kim Berry at the UK Data Archive or telephone +44 (0)1206 873532.