Question

In any collaboration, data ownership is typically determined by:(A) The research team with access to the best lawyers.(B) The type and source of funds used to support the project.(C) The relevant department chairs.(D) The individual who does the most work on the project.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

The type and source of funds used to support the project.

Explanation:

In a research collaboration, the type and source of funding used, determines ownership of the data in most cases.

In situations where the research is quite expensive to conduct, researchers tend to enter into agreements with firms or institutions that fund the data in exchange for ownership rights.