The rapid progress of imaging technologies in the life sciences has created a vast amount of complex and large-scale data. These datasets have strong potential to advance biological discovery, but they also present major challenges for storage, reproducibility and long-term reusability. NFDI4BIOIMAGE addresses these challenges by providing a comprehensive framework for research data management (RDM) that is specifically designed for the bioimaging community.

Our mission is to support imaging researchers in applying the FAIR principles of findability, accessibility, interoperability and reusability. To achieve this, NFDI4BIOIMAGE focuses on four key objectives: we capacitate researchers to implement FAIR image data management; we maximise the reach of reproducible image analysis workflows in the community; we champion the standardisation of the ‘bioimage data’ type; and we provide scalable infrastructure for FAIR image data. We promote the use of common metadata standards and established infrastructures such as OMERO, ensuring that imaging data can be documented, shared and reused. Alongside technical solutions, NFDI4BIOIMAGE offers training, workshops and a Help Desk to help scientists adopt sustainable data practices and integrate them into everyday research routines.
By combining technical innovation with community engagement, NFDI4BIOIMAGE transforms the growing volume of imaging data into a long-term resource that strengthens reproducibility and innovation in the life sciences. Approach us with questions or challenges regarding your data – we provide guidance tailored to your needs!