2026.06.15 News Researchers at universities and research institutions can now register and publish data on MDR MDR

Starting June 15, 2026, researchers from universities and research institutions can now register and publish data on the Materials Data Repository (MDR).

MDR publishes a wide range of materials research data under as open-access, allowing anyone to freely search, view, and use the data.
This expansion of eligibility is expected to promote the accumulation and publication of materials data, leading to increased utilization in data-driven research and AI research.

Key Benefits of Registering and Publishing Data on MDR

1. A DataCite DOI is assigned, ensuring permanent access to the data.
   

   This makes it easier to cite the data in papers and other publications, facilitating recognition of the research results.

2. Users can select and specify a license, allowing the data to be published as research data usable for AI.
   

   By clearly stating the terms of use, the reuse of data for a wide range of applications, including AI research, is promoted.

3. Inclusion in external databases such as the "Data Citation Index" enhances international visibility.
   

   MDR has been adopted as a data source for the Web of Science's "Data Citation Index."

4. Comprehensive search using materials metadata is possible
   

   Specialized materials metadata and full-text search make it easier for your data to be discovered alongside other registered data.

For those who wish to register and publish data

Data registration and publication are available to those who meet the following requirements. Additionally, there are certain conditions regarding the data that can be registered and published.

1. Eligibility for Data Registration and Publication
1. You must have both a DICE account and an ORCID iD
2. Your affiliated institution must be a member of the ORCID Japan Consortium
3. Your institution must have listed the institution name and your valid affiliation period on your ORCID record


2. Data Eligible for Registration and Publication
1. The data must be related to materials research
2. The data must be publicly available already

Please refer to the manual for the procedures and details regarding everything from user registration to data publication.
Reference: Terms and conditions for MDR self registration service (ORCID iD integration)［Effective on June 15, 2026］

For those who wish to use the data

Research data published on MDR can be searched, viewed and downloaded without the need to register for an account.

Please see below for further details on how to use the service and the terms and conditions.
https://dice.nims.go.jp/services/MDR/