Geography: Data
Library Sources
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County and Regional Histories and Atlases: IndianaIndiana. 1857-1922. Local histories and atlases at the county level published during the last quarter of the 19th century to the early years of the 20th century. Included are tables and lists of vital statistics, military service records, municipal and county officers, chronologies, portraits of individuals and views of urban and rural life. The atlases provide additional information on land use and settlement patterns and scarce early town and city plans.
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County and Regional Histories and Atlases: OhioOhio. 1857-1922. Local histories and atlases at the county level published during the last quarter of the 19th century to the early years of the 20th century. Included are tables and lists of vital statistics, military service records, municipal and county officers, chronologies, portraits of individuals and views of urban and rural life. The atlases provide additional information on land use and settlement patterns and scarce early town and city plans.
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Historical Statistics of the United StatesCollected from governmental and non-governmental resources. Contains statistics on social, behavioral, economics, government, finance, demography, education, law, natural resources, climate, religion, migration, trade and more. Allows for customization of data into tables.
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SimplyAnalyticsThis is an Internet-based mapping application that allows users to develop interactive thematic maps and reports using thousands of demographic, business, and marketing data variables. 4 simultaneous users.
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Social ExplorerUse Social Explorer to visualize and interact with data, create maps, charts, reports and downloads. Explore hundreds of thousands of built-in data indicators related to demography, economy, health, politics, environment, crime and more. Easily add your own data for further impact. 5 simultaneous users.
Open Access Sources
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AidDataAidData is a research lab at William & Mary's Global Research Institute. We equip policymakers and practitioners with better evidence to improve how sustainable development investments are targeted, monitored, and evaluated. We use rigorous methods, cutting-edge tools, and granular data to answer the question: who is doing what, where, for whom, and to what effect?
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DataOne | Data Observation Network for EarthDataONE is a community driven project providing access to data across multiple member repositories, supporting enhanced search and discovery of Earth and environmental data.
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Explore Census DataPlatform to access data and digital content from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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GEOhio Spatial Information PortalProvides access to more than 40 terabytes of geospatial data maintained by the State of Ohio. Datasets are available to the public for download and have no use restrictions.
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NeotomaNeotoma Paleoecology Database and Community is an online hub for data, research, education, and discussion about paleoenvironments. Anyone with an Internet connection can access Neotoma.
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NOAA - ClimateNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's page on climate
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NOAA - Oceans and CoastsNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's page on oceans and coasts
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Pew Research CenterPew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping the world. We conduct public opinion polling, demographic research, content analysis and other data-driven social science research. We do not take policy positions.
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USGS - Water Data for the NationUnited States Geological Survey's site for water data including current conditions, surface water, groundwater, water quality and water use.
Data Management
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DMPToolThe DMPTool is a free, open-source, online application that helps researchers create data management plans. These plans, or DMPs, are now required by many funding agencies as part of the grant proposal submission process. The DMPTool provides a click-through wizard for creating a DMP that complies with funder requirements. It also has direct links to funder websites, help text for answering questions, and resources for best practices surrounding data management.
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Data Management Modules | DataOneModules cover topics including but not limited to data sharing, data management planning, data quality control, protection, data citation and legal issues.
