Why use Web Resources?
Websites are particularly good at providing up-to-the minute news and information on current events, trends, and controversial topics. Some contain reliable or scholarly content -- Government publications, articles, research reports, conference papers, statistics, maps and more.
Look for websites hosted by professional organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions as more reliable.
Earth Science Data Sources -- Examples
NATIONAL
- Repository FinderWhere should I deposit my geoscience data?
- US Geoscience Information NetworkAn open platform for earth science data.
- NCAR DASH SearchClimate and weather data sets and visualization software from participating organizations. DASH Search allows users to find, browse, and access digital assets created and published by NCAR and UCAR Community Programs.
- National Digital Catalog of the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation ProgramManaged by the USGS; focused on data of the state geological surveys
- National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI)NCEI is the Nation’s leading authority for environmental data, and manage one of the largest archives of atmospheric, coastal, geophysical, and oceanic research in the world.
- The National Map (USGS)Enhanced topographic-related information.
GENERAL DATA; INTERNATIONAL
- USGS Data & ToolsReal-time data, data management, and data sets for your use.
- USGS Mineral Data
Interactive maps and downloadable data for regional and global analysis. - OpenMap CanadaCanada's open geospatial information
- RRUFF Database of Raman SpectroscopyMineral spectra, diffraction data, and more.
Professional Organizations
- Finding Information from the USGSPrinceton's research guide