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Research Data Management is often treated as overhead but the real cost shows up in lost researcher time, duplicated tools, compliance risk, and missed funding opportunities. This article breaks down the hidden financial impact of poor RDM and explains how universities can calculate real ROI. If budgets are tight and accountability is rising, RDM can no longer be an afterthought, it’s a strategic investment.

Researchers today must navigate a complex landscape of privacy, security, and compliance requirements. This compliance primer breaks down five key frameworks—HIPAA, PHIPA, PIPEDA, GDPR, and NIST 800-171—highlighting what they cover, how they differ, and why they matter. Learn how consent, data protection, technical security, and cross-border responsibilities intersect, and what research teams need to stay compliant in a global, data-driven environment.