Research Collaboration Toolkit

Research Collaboration Toolkit

We provide this guidance and tools to help research teams collaborate efficiently and effectively. It’s common to feel like research disciplines operate in silos, but when data of any kind is involved, many of the processes for setting up collaborative research practices may be the same. Whether working across disciplines, institutions, or continents, we hope this toolkit can help you navigate the resources available for successful research collaboration.


Creating a strong foundation within any academic research group for collaboration begins with proper planning, organization, and documentation. Tools like handbooks, templates, and collaboration platforms can streamline workflows, improve communication, and promote inclusivity and transparency within research teams.

Collaborative research project workflows

Whether your team is co-located at Berkeley or works virtually, establishing consistent workflows is essential to effective collaboration. This section offers practical tools and guidance on how to choose digital platforms, manage version control, and...

Reproducibility & open science tools

Reproducibility is a cornerstone of robust scientific research. Open science tools and practices not only make your work accessible to others but also ensure your workflows are transparent, reproducible, and scalable. We provide recommendations...

Templates to get your research group organized


Getting a new research group off the ground—or keeping an existing one organized—takes clear policies, shared expectations, and practical tools. To support you and your team, we’ve gathered a set of templates and resources that cover everything from onboarding and data management to...