Overview
The Inter-university Consortium for Political and Social Research (ICPSR) is a data archive of over 250,000 files of research in the social and behavioral sciences. ICPSR provides data services to its members, including access to datasets for research and instructional purposes, making it an invaluable resource for faculty, students, and researchers interested in social science data. It also supports data management and curation services for research projects.
Key Features
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Extensive Data Archive: Access to a wide array of social and behavioral science datasets from various research areas, including education, criminal justice, and health.
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Data Analysis Tools: Provides online analysis tools for quick data exploration, without the need for specialized software.
- Data Curation and Management: Offers professional data management services for research teams, ensuring data quality and long-term preservation.
- Educational Resources: Provides tutorials, workshops, and teaching resources to support data literacy and effective use of social science data.
Benefits
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Supports Research Excellence: Access to high-quality data enables faculty and students to conduct impactful research in social sciences.
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Enhances Teaching: Students gain hands-on experience with real-world datasets, improving their data literacy and analytical skills.
- Enables Cross-Institutional Collaboration: Researchers can use shared data to collaborate with other universities and research institutions.
- Ensures Data Integrity: Curated and managed datasets provide reliable sources for reproducible research.
Available to
Faculty, staff, and students in the social sciences who need access to data for research, instruction, or thesis projects.
Cost
This service is provided at no additional cost to eligible* individuals or departments, as it is fully funded by the institution.
*Questions on eligibility, please contact the ITS Service Desk*