Scientific Research Data Validation Survey Checklist
Ensure data integrity & research accuracy. Our Scientific Research Data Validation Survey Checklist guides you through rigorous verification, minimizing errors and maximizing the reliability of your findings. From initial collection to final analysis, maintain quality and build trust in your scientific work.
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Data Source Verification
Confirm the integrity and origin of the data being validated.
Primary Data Source
Source Identifier (e.g., DOI, URL, Database ID)
Data Acquisition Date
Version Number (if applicable)
Notes on Source Reliability and Potential Biases
Data License/Usage Rights
Data Entry Accuracy
Assess the precision of data input into the system.
Verify Recorded Numerical Value
Check Recorded Text String against Original
Confirm Date Entry Accuracy
Validate Time Entry Precision
Confirm Selection from Defined Options
Count number of entries with errors
Unit Consistency
Ensure uniform usage of units of measurement throughout the dataset.
Primary Unit of Measurement (e.g., meters, kilograms)
If 'Other' specified above, what is the primary unit?
Confirm use of SI units where applicable?
Conversion Factor (if units were converted)
Describe any instances of inconsistent units and how they were addressed.
Range Validation
Check data points against expected ranges based on scientific principles.
Observed Value
Minimum Expected Value
Maximum Expected Value
Is Value Within Expected Range?
Justification for Range Selection
Notes on Value Deviation (if applicable)
Outlier Identification
Detect and investigate unusual data points that deviate significantly from the norm.
Observed Value
Expected Range (Lower Bound)
Expected Range (Upper Bound)
Potential Explanations for Outlier
Impact on Analysis?
Action Taken?
Supporting Documentation (e.g., raw data)
Metadata Completeness
Verify that all necessary metadata (author, date, instrument details, etc.) is recorded.
Principal Investigator Name
Project Title
Date of Data Collection
Sample ID
Data Collection Method
Instrument Model and Serial Number
Notes Regarding Data Collection
Calibration Certificates (if applicable)
Data Transformation Review
Evaluate any data transformations applied (e.g., normalization, calibration) for correctness.
Describe the data transformation applied (e.g., normalization, calibration).
Specify the transformation parameters (e.g., scaling factor, offset).
Was a standard transformation library or function used?
Upload the transformation script or code (if applicable).
Was the transformation reversible?
Quantify the error introduced by the transformation (e.g., mean squared error).
Software/Hardware Integrity
Confirm proper functioning of the software and hardware used for data collection and processing.
Software Version Number
Hardware Serial Number
Operating System
Last Calibration Date (Hardware)
Time of Last Software Restart
Software Licensing Status
Documentation and Traceability
Check for clear documentation of data validation procedures and ability to trace back to original sources.
Date of Initial Validation
Validator's Initials/ID
Detailed Description of Validation Process Followed
Version Number of Validation Protocol Used
Upload of Original Data Source File (e.g., raw data file)
Validation Method Used (e.g., manual, automated)
Related Project ID
Compliance with Protocols
Verify adherence to established data collection and validation protocols.
Protocol Version Adherence
Number of Revisions to Protocol
Date of Protocol Implementation
Deviations from Protocol (if any)
Training Record Verification
Protocol Documentation
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