My name is Kristin Briney and I am interested in all things relating to managing data.

I have been in love with data since working on my PhD in Physical Chemistry, when I preferred modeling and manipulating my data to actually collecting it in the lab (or, heaven forbid, doing actual chemistry). This interest in research data led me to a Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies where I specialized in the management of digital data. I am currently the Biology & Biological Engineering Librarian at Caltech.

This blog began as something I wish I had when I was a practicing scientist: a resource to help manage data and navigate the changing landscape of research dissemination. It’s since become a venue to also discuss managing data in libraries, the international date standard ISO 8601, and other data-related topics.

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