The data repository of the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen (https://data-dspace.zcu.cz/) is used for the long-term storage, access, and protection of research data generated at UWB. The repository supports the principles of Open Science and is designed to meet the requirements for a trusted repository.

The UWB Data Repository is operated in accordance with the FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable), which ensure the long-term usability of research data.

• Findable 
  Datasets are provided with a permanent Handle identifier and corresponding metadata according to the Dublin Core standard.
• Accessible 
  Data is made available through the repository under clearly defined conditions, including any access restrictions.
• Interoperable 
  Metadata is structured according to standards and allows for further machine processing.
• Reusable 
  Datasets are provided with a license and description allowing for their further use.

The UWB data repository meets the basic characteristics of a trusted repository:

• institutional guarantee of the University of West Bohemia,
• professional administration by the University Library,
• quality control of metadata prior to publication,
• long-term archiving and data backup,
• access modes including open access,
• description using standardized metadata,
• assignment of persistent identifiers,
• licensing measures including Creative Commons public licenses,
• annual risk assessment by the Cyber Security Committee.