Research data deposit preparation ================================= StatMedAnalysis | Original downloadable worksheet | 6 November 2026 Prepare a deposit package that a repository can preserve and a reader can interpret. How to use this worksheet Check the selected repository requirements before packaging files. Include documentation, variable definitions, code and permitted access conditions. Verify that filenames, formats and relationships are understandable without private context. Test the deposited preview or draft record before making it public. Save a working copy and keep the original blank version. Use public, hypothetical or aggregate information only; do not enter patient identifiers, credentials or confidential records. Keep source evidence in your approved project workspace. Mark unresolved text fields UNKNOWN or NOT REPORTED with a reason; never substitute zero for an unknown count. Project/version __________________ Prepared by role/date __________________ Working fields 1. Repository and deposit requirements Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 2. Files and preferred formats Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 3. Documentation and dictionary Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 4. Access/licensing conditions Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 5. Persistent relationships to paper/code Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 6. Integrity and readability checks Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 7. Draft metadata review Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ 8. Release authority and remaining restrictions Response/evidence: _________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ Hypothetical worked case A fictional deposit contains a dataset named final2.csv without units or code definitions. Adding a dictionary and an analysis-version reference is necessary for interpretation even though the file uploads successfully. Decision rule and limitations Release only material that is permitted to be shared and adequately documented. Successful upload does not establish completeness, privacy compliance or scientific validity. Decision _______________________ Remaining uncertainty ____________________ Next action ____________________ Owner / review date ______________________ Independent check and discrepancy resolution _______________________________ Official method or reporting reference checked 6 November 2026 https://sharing.nih.gov/data-management-and-sharing-policy/planning-and-budgeting-for-data-management-and-sharing/writing-a-data-management-and-sharing-plan This is an original planning aid, not an official checklist, validated instrument, clinical recommendation or certificate of expert approval. Apply the referenced guidance to the specific design and record any additional requirements.