![](https://drupal-varnish-703-urz-webkit-webkit37-prd.apps.ocp-west.urz.uni-heidelberg.de/sites/default/files/styles/img_4_3_aspect_0375/public/2023-03/7263382550_c9bbd83831_o.jpg?h=b6816cdd&itok=KKjK0_mo)
Research Data Unit
![](/sites/default/files/styles/img_21_9_aspect_0021/public/2023-05/wrenches-5971179.jpg?h=f1106bd1&itok=Y6kVtVEk)
About Us
The Research Data Unit (RDU) - until 2023 Competence Centre for Research Data (KFD) - is a joint service facility of the University Computer Centre and Heidelberg University Library. It offers support and services for research data management (RDM) to scientists at the university.
![](/sites/default/files/styles/img_21_9_aspect_0021/public/2023-02/werkzeug3.jpg?h=4521fff0&itok=oc1rK0Xb)
RDM-Services
In the Service Catalog you will find an overview of services and support for research data management for researchers at Heidelberg University.
![](/sites/default/files/styles/img_21_9_aspect_0021/public/2023-03/screwdriver_tip.jpg?h=4665113b&itok=Zlxn966S)
Consulting and Events
We are your partner for information, consulting and training opportunities in the field of research data management.
![](/sites/default/files/styles/img_21_9_aspect_0021/public/2023-02/old_screw_clamp.jpg?h=ac778ff2&itok=pcSHXq3M)
RDM at a glance
Here you will find further information as well as references to useful tools and external services in the field of research data management.