1. Data Submission:

   • Only anonymized EEG datasets related to narcolepsy research will be accepted.
   • Contributors must ensure that appropriate consent has been obtained for data sharing and that all ethical considerations regarding data privacy and patient confidentiality have been addressed.
   • Datasets should include relevant metadata, such as patient demographics, clinical information, recording protocols, and any other contextual details necessary for understanding the data.

2. Quality Control:

   • Submitted datasets will undergo a quality control process to ensure the integrity and reliability of the data.
   • Quality control may involve checking for artifacts, noise, and other factors that may affect the accuracy of narcolepsy classification.
   • Contributors are encouraged to provide documentation or descriptions of preprocessing steps applied to the data to facilitate transparency and reproducibility.

3. Data Accessibility:

   • The repository will strive to make data openly accessible to the community, encouraging collaboration and sharing of findings.
   • Data will be stored in standard formats, such as EDF or BDF, to facilitate compatibility and ease of use by researchers.
   • Whenever possible, open licenses will be encouraged to maximize the potential for reuse and future research.

4. Metadata Standards:

   • Contributors are encouraged to provide comprehensive metadata along with their datasets.
   • Standardized metadata fields will be defined to ensure consistency and facilitate data discovery and interoperability.
   • Metadata should include relevant information about the recording setup, electrode placements, signal characteristics, sleep staging, and any other pertinent details that enhance the usability of the data.

5. Version Control and Updates:

   • The repository will support version control to track revisions and updates made to the datasets.
   • Contributors may submit updated versions of their datasets as new research findings emerge or when significant improvements are made in the data quality or preprocessing methods.

6. Collaboration and Acknowledgment:

   • The repository encourages collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and data scientists working on narcolepsy research.
   • Users are encouraged to acknowledge the original dataset contributors when using the data for research purposes, ensuring proper attribution and recognition.

7. Review and Governance:

   • The repository will establish a review process to ensure compliance with the curation policy and maintain the quality and relevance of the datasets.
   • A governance structure may be established to address any concerns, disputes, or policy updates in the future.

Note: This initial curation policy provides a general framework for the Open EEG Repository for Narcolepsy Research. As the community evolves and grows, additional policies and guidelines may be developed to address emerging needs and challenges.