Alex Ball

Alex Ball is a British information scientist specializing in research data management. He is known for his work on data curation, digital preservation, and research data infrastructure.

Ball has held positions at the Digital Curation Centre (DCC) and the University of Bath, where he has been involved in projects focused on developing and promoting best practices for managing research data throughout its lifecycle. His expertise encompasses metadata standards, data repositories, and the development of tools and training resources for researchers and data professionals.

He has contributed significantly to the development of the DCC Curation Lifecycle Model, a widely adopted framework for planning and implementing data curation activities. Ball's research and publications cover various aspects of data management, including data citation, data quality, and the role of repositories in supporting open science. He has also been involved in advocating for policies and practices that promote the long-term accessibility and reusability of research data.