# FAIR Data Principles Compliance

## PRISM FAIR Data Policy

This document outlines how the prism project implements the FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) data principles for psychological research data management.

### F - FINDABLE

#### Implemented
- Rich Metadata: Hierarchical JSON schemas with comprehensive descriptive fields
- Unique Identifiers: Schema versioning with persistent URLs (`$id` fields)
- Standardized Naming: BIDS-inspired file naming conventions
- Searchable Categories: Taxonomized content tags and classifications
- Keywords Support: Metadata fields for enhanced discoverability

#### In Development
- DOI Integration: Support for dataset DOIs in metadata fields
- ORCID Support: Creator identification via ORCID IDs
- Dublin Core Export: Standardized metadata harvesting format
- DataCite Compliance: DOI registration-ready metadata

#### Planned
- Psychology Ontologies: Integration with CogPO, NIFSTD terminologies
- Multilingual Support: Metadata in multiple languages
- Semantic Annotations: Linked data capabilities
- Repository Indexing: Automatic submission to psychology databases

### A - ACCESSIBLE

#### Implemented
- Open Source: GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 (AGPL-3.0)
- Standard Formats: JSON, TSV, CSV for broad tool compatibility
- Clear Documentation: Comprehensive README and schema documentation
- Multiple Export Formats: Support for various output formats

#### In Development
- FAIR Export Module: Dublin Core and DataCite metadata export
- Repository Integration: Direct connection to OSF, Zenodo, DataVerse
- Access Control Framework: Role-based permissions system
- Long-term Preservation: Format migration and integrity checking

#### Planned
- Federated Search: Cross-institutional data discovery
- Cloud Integration: AWS, Google Cloud, Azure connectors
- Embargo Management: Time-delayed data release
- GDPR Compliance: Privacy-preserving data sharing

### I - INTEROPERABLE

#### Implemented
- JSON Schema Standards: Industry-standard validation framework
- BIDS Inspiration: Alignment with neuroimaging data standards
- Semantic Versioning: Predictable schema evolution
- Modular Design: Extensible architecture for new modalities

#### In Development
- Full BIDS Compliance: Complete alignment where applicable
- API Standards: REST/GraphQL endpoints for data access
- Format Converters: Automatic format transformation utilities
- Cross-platform Support: Windows, macOS, Linux compatibility

#### Planned
- FHIR Integration: Healthcare data interoperability
- OMOP CDM Support: Longitudinal health research compatibility
- Ontology Mapping: Automated concept alignment
- SPARQL Endpoints: Semantic web query capabilities

### R - REUSABLE

#### Implemented
- Clear Licensing: Explicit CC and proprietary license support
- Version Control: Git-based development with semantic versioning
- Comprehensive Documentation: Schema details, examples, best practices
- Community Guidelines: Contribution and governance frameworks

#### In Development
- Provenance Tracking: Data lineage and processing history
- Usage Examples: Sample datasets and analysis workflows
- Quality Metrics: Automated data quality assessment
- Training Materials: Workshops and educational resources

#### Planned
- Citation Standards: Automatic citation generation
- Impact Tracking: Usage analytics and metrics
- Community Feedback: User rating and review system
- Best Practices Library: Curated examples and guidelines

## Implementation Roadmap

### Phase 1: Foundation
- Schema versioning system
- Basic FAIR metadata fields
- Dublin Core export functionality
- Documentation framework

### Phase 2: Enhanced Findability
- DOI integration and validation
- ORCID creator identification
- Repository connectors (OSF, Zenodo)
- Psychology ontology integration

### Phase 3: Full Interoperability
- Complete BIDS compliance
- REST API development
- Format conversion utilities
- Cross-platform deployment

### Phase 4: Advanced Features
- Federated search capabilities
- AI-powered metadata enhancement
- Real-time collaboration tools
- Community governance platform