Research Data Management (RDM) and the Evolving Identity of Academic Libraries and Librarians: A Literature Review

Academic libraries and their staff are increasingly involved in the Research Data Management (RDM) practices processes universities. This article explores impact that such initiatives have on image identity of academic libraries. paper proposes involvement leadership RDM university has potential to re-shape library’s role, image, within university, going forward, contribute continuing relevance research communities. It also points need develop librarians’ skills competencies RDM, reflects dynamics associated with collaboration competition RDM. The concludes an agenda for future research.