Researcher
Are you one of AAU's many researchers? Then you've come to the right place. On this page you will find the things that are most important for you to know about information security in your work.
3 tips for the researcher
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Protect your research data
As a researcher, you probably have a lot of important data. Protect your research data by making sure you store your data in the right places. You can find an overview of approved storage solutions for different data types here. It's also a good idea to keep your devices updated to patch any security holes.
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Collaborate securely
When you collaborate with other researchers or institutions, it's important that you exchange data securely. Therefore, it's a good idea to think about how you need to share data - for example, do you need to collaborate in real-time? Read more about data sharing options here.
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Be secure in your physical space
Whether you're working at home, in a lab or on the road, it's important to stay secure in your environment. Never take more devices on the road than necessary. Always lock your devices when you leave them. Make sure to lock the door to your office or lab when you leave your things behind. Shred physical documents that you no longer need.
Data Classifica... What?
Security Rules and Policies
Do you want to dive into the different rules and policies that have been developed in the field of information security?
Risk Management
Report a Security Incident
Want to report a security incident? Or are you curious about what a security incident actually is? As an employee or student at AAU, you must report security incidents as soon as you experience them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do you have a question that you haven't found the answer to yet? Then you might be lucky that others have asked the same question before. On this page you will find the most frequently asked questions about information security at Aalborg University.