Jan Brase

Jan Brase is a prominent figure in academic data management and digital library systems. Currently serving as the Head of the Research and Development Department at the Lower Saxony State and University Library Göttingen, he has held key roles in international data infrastructure projects, including leadership positions in DataCite and the International DOI Foundation.

• Education:
  • Dr. rer. nat. (2005) - Leibniz University Hannover, thesis: "Usage of metadata"
  • Diplom in Mathematics and Computer Science (1999) - Leibniz University Hannover

His work focuses on metadata standards, digital object identifiers (DOI), and the evolving role of libraries in managing research data. He has significantly advanced data citation practices through his involvement in global initiatives like DataCite, CODATA, and the Research Data Alliance (RDA).

Recent publications highlight his expertise in persistent identifier systems, linked data infrastructure, and the integration of non-textual resources in academic libraries. Brase’s contributions span two decades, bridging library science with computational methods and open science principles.

• Notable Committees:
  • President of the International Council for Scientific and Technical Information (ICSTI)
  • Delegate to CODATA International Council for Science
  • Co-chair of CODATA task group on data citation