Built for Modern Research
FairDM eliminates repetitive web development so researchers can focus on their data, not their tech stack.
FAIR by Design
Built from the ground up to enforce FAIR principles—Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable data. Metadata, permissions, and APIs are baked in.
Learn MoreConfiguration-Driven
Register your domain models with simple configuration classes. FairDM automatically generates forms, views, APIs, and admin interfaces. No boilerplate required.
Learn MoreProduction-Ready
Opinionated defaults, comprehensive testing, Docker support, and modern CI/CD workflows. Deploy confidently with battle-tested infrastructure.
Learn MoreExtensible Plugins
Extend functionality with a powerful plugin system. Add custom panels, integrate analysis tools, or create domain-specific workflows.
Learn MoreDomain-Driven Models
Define polymorphic Samples and Measurements that reflect your research domain. Full Django ORM power with sensible conventions.
Learn MoreCollaborative Workflows
Built-in object-level permissions, role-based access control, and team management. Share data securely within and across organizations.
Learn MoreFind Your Path
Choose the documentation guide that matches your role and needs.
Developer Guide
Build and deploy a new FairDM-powered research portal. Learn setup, configuration, model definition, and production deployment.
Start BuildingAdmin Guide
Manage an existing FairDM portal. Handle users, permissions, datasets, and ensure FAIR-compliant metadata quality.
Manage PortalUser Guide
Contribute data to an existing portal. Learn how to add samples, measurements, and follow FAIR metadata practices.
Contribute DataContributing Guide
Contribute to the FairDM framework itself. Understand architecture, set up dev environment, and submit pull requests.
Contribute CodeReady to Build Your Research Portal?
Join research teams worldwide who are using FairDM to build modern, FAIR-compliant data portals. Get started in minutes.
Our Supporters
FairDM's development is supported by leading research institutions committed to FAIR data principles.
GFZ Potsdam
World Heat Flow Database