What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to provide an introduction to research data management and the role of OMERO in managing imaging data.

May 8, 2026Open Access

From Microscope to Repository: Managing Image Data with OMERO

Key Points

The aim is to provide an introduction to research data management and the role of OMERO in managing imaging data.
Developed presentation as part of the CRC 1551 Data Week online event.
Discussed structured data storage and collaboration through OMERO.
Highlighted the importance of metadata management in research.
Emphasized the relevance of research data management in the life sciences.
Introduced OMERO as a key platform for data storage and collaboration.
Provided resources for teaching and training in research data management.

Abstract

This presentation was developed by NFDI4BIOIMAGE and held online as part of the CRC 1551 Data Week on 05. May 2026. It provides a general introduction to research data management (RDM) and public data deposition and highlights their specific relevance in research. Furthermore, it introduces OMERO as a platform for structured data storage, metadata management, and collaborative access and introduces repositories for imaging data. The slides are intended for educational use and may serve as a resource for teaching and training in research data management within the life sciences. We acknowledge funding by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) under the National Research Data Infrastructure – NFDI 46/1 – 501864659.

From Microscope to Repository: Managing Image Data with OMERO

Key Points

Abstract

Cite This Study