Collaborative Data Analysis with QSR's NVivo 10 on JHU's SAFE Desktop

QSR's NVivo 10 is a popular qualitative data analysis software that offers powerful features for analyzing complex data. One of the key benefits of NVivo is its ability to facilitate collaboration and teamwork in data analysis projects. In this article, we will explore how to use NVivo 10 on JHU's SAFE Desktop platform, which provides a secure environment for working with sensitive data.

Setting Up Collaborative Access

When working on a collaborative project with NVivo 10, it is essential to establish clear protocols and procedures for accessing and sharing data. This includes using coding naming conventions, initials to distinguish each other's work, and logging major version changes or other project milestones. Additionally, developing operating procedures around shared access is crucial to ensure smooth collaboration.

Sharing Access from Individual Licenses

When using NVivo 10 on JHU's SAFE Desktop platform, sharing access from individual licenses requires more coordination among team members. To achieve this, you can use NVivo's collaboration cloud feature, which allows for simultaneous access to a project by multiple users.

Using NVivo 10 on SAFE Desktop

To use NVivo 10 on SAFE Desktop, you must first authorize the software and then launch it from the shortcut in the 'Safe Applications' folder on your desktop. Note that this installed version is designed for single-user access to projects, whereas the NVivo Collaborative Cloud offers collaborative data analysis capabilities.

Security Features

SAFE Desktop accounts are available to JHU faculty and research staff, who can sponsor student access to projects. The platform provides robust security features to ensure the integrity of sensitive data, including human subject data with personal or health identifiers. Before storing such data on QSR's cloud storage, you should inquire with JH IT Risk office for guidance.

Accessing NVivo 10

NVivo 10 can be accessed on JHU's SAFE Desktop platform free of charge for JHU affiliates with SAFE desktop accounts. Academic and Student pricing is also available for purchasing the software. You can install NVivo Pro 12 on PCs in the Data Services Computer Lab on A-Level of the Milton S. Eisenhower Library on the Homewood campus.

In conclusion, QSR's NVivo 10 offers a powerful platform for collaborative data analysis on JHU's SAFE Desktop platform. By understanding the protocols and procedures for sharing access and using the software's collaboration cloud feature, you can efficiently work with your team to analyze complex data and achieve your research goals.

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