i have recently discovered a file encryption program called
TrueCrypt, that from what I have heard, is virtually uncrackable.
what types of file encryption do you use and where do you hide all your research?
if you don't use file encryption, i would really suggest it, as it is a very good way to hide all of your
research very important files.
here is a screenie of it in action (encrypting a flash drive):
EDIT: you need a password to access said encrypted files, and you can also place another encrypted file inside of it (ENCRYPTCEPTION) and hide if someone somehow gets in the first wall.
another feature is that you can place files and encrypt them on the go.