About the Harvard Dataverse Repository

Overview:
The Harvard Dataverse Repository, the endowed permanent data sharing repository of Harvard University, is a managed data repository open to all researchers from any discipline, both inside and outside of the Harvard community, where you can share, archive, cite, access, and explore research data. Powered by The Dataverse Project, the repository was released in 2006 by the Institute for Quantitative Social Science (IQSS) at Harvard University and is one of the largest repositories of open research data in the world, hosting thousands of datasets across a wide range of disciplines. The repository is free and open to the research community for data sharing and is supported by Harvard Library and Harvard University Information Technology.

Mission Statement:
Our mission at Harvard Dataverse Repository is to foster a culture of open data and transparency, empowering researchers worldwide. We achieve this through our unwavering commitment to providing a robust platform that enables seamless access to valuable datasets. We ensure dataset citability and facilitate their effortless discovery for fellow researchers. Moreover, our repository offers comprehensive tools for data citation and attribution, simplifying the process of acknowledging the original data creators.

In addition to hosting research data, the Harvard Dataverse Repository also provides access to a range of training materials and resources to help researchers manage and share their data effectively. The repository is part of a larger movement towards open science and open data, promoting collaboration and transparency in research.

With these initiatives, we strive to revolutionize the research landscape, promoting collaboration and advancing knowledge through open and transparent data sharing.