Geography: Data
Library Sources
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County and Regional Histories and Atlases: IndianaFirst compiled and produced by publishers and subscriptions agents for area residents and patrons, these original histories represent difficult-to-find materials
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County and Regional Histories and Atlases: OhioIncluded in this collection of 305 titles (1852-1920) 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 not found anywhere else.
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Historical Statistics of the United StatesCollected from governmental and non-governmental resources, this collection of data (also available in print) provides statistics on social, behavioral, humanistic, and natural sciences including history, economics, government, finance, sociology, demography, education, law, natural resources, climate, religion, international migration, trade and more.The online version allows for customization of data into tables.
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SimplyAnalytics4 simultaneous users. SimplyAnalytics is an Internet-based mapping application that enables users to develop interactive thematic maps and reports using thousands of demographic, business, and marketing data variables. Miami's subscription includes access to data from the EASI Standard Package (which includes data from the year 2000, 2010, Current Estimates, and Five Year Projections), the EASI Life Stages Package, the Experian SimmonsLOCAL, and the Nielsen Claritas PRIZMÂ Data Packages.
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Social Explorer5 simultaneous users. Social Explorer is an online research tool designed to provide quick and easy access to current and historical census data and demographic information. The easy-to-use web interface lets users create maps and reports to better illustrate, analyze and understand demography and social change.
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 DMP Tool is a platform to help faculty create, review and share data management plans that meet institutional and funder requirements for submission with their grant applications. It offers a variety of templates and step by step guidance.
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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.
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Kristen Adams
Contact:
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