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Consultations are available for in‑depth questions on the following topic areas:

• Literature Research & Search Strategies
  Guidance on finding scholarly literature, choosing suitable search tools, using databases, developing search strategies, and advice on systematic reviews.
• Reference Management & Citation
  Advice on citation questions and the use of reference management software such as Citavi, EndNote, and Zotero.
• Research Data Management
  Support for the professional handling of research data: data management plans, third-party funding applications, infrastructure and tools (e.g., eLabFTW, TUM DataTagger), data structuring, storage, and publication.
• Open Access
  Information on publishing options, funding opportunities, and Publish-&-Read agreements (e.g. DEAL), cost coverage by the TUM Open Access Publication Fund, journal selection, and avoiding predatory publishing.
• Bibliometrics & Research Impact
  Use and interpretation of publication-based metrics, responsible metrics (DORA), use of analysis tools, increasing research visibility, and academic identity management.
• Teaching Support
  Guidance on integrating our services and courses into your teaching: e-learning materials, customized courses, embedded formats, course reserves, and textbook acquisitions.