This week, Rory is joined by Robin Rice, Data Librarian and Head of Research Data Services at the University of Edinburgh! 

In this episode, Robin shares her journey, and the events that inspired her eventual trans-Atlantic move to Scotland. She goes on to talk about how the research data management scene has evolved during her time at Edinburgh, and discusses strategies to cope with the continuous need for evolution in the field.

Rory mentions the fascinating grass roots movements blossoming at the University of Edinburgh, and the discussion turns towards how Research Data Support Services collaborate and connect with young researchers to support their activities. Robin goes on to talk about the relationship between good research data infrastructure and management; defining how FAIR initiatives fit in with the efforts of her team. 

As talk turns to the efforts and initiatives employed globally, Robin and Rory finish off this fascinating discussion with a look at how the approach employed by the University of Edinburgh compares and contrasts with those seen in North America, Europe and elsewhere!