DataCave

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UTA Libraries Center for Data Creation, Analysis, Visualization, and Exploration (DataCave)

The DataCave provides support and services for data-driven research and analysis as well as education on data literacy, data management, and data visualization.

DataCave staff partner with researchers in the use of specialized data science software, statistical analysis, data visualization through charts, infographics, and other tools, as well as publishing datasets in Mavs Dataverse (see below). UTA Libraries staff can also support researchers in reviewing and supporting data management plans. 

DataCave location and hours

Meet with the DataCave Staff Online (Digital Appointment)

Aims:

  • Provide support for digital research and scholarship, especially for campus community members without access to specialized labs elsewhere
  • Offer a space for hands-on and specialized workshops and instruction sessions by UTA Libraries staff and/or in partnership with campus faculty and students. 
  • Support collaborative and interdisciplinary research using emerging technologies
  • Provide a pathway and opportunities for students to develop digital and data literacy through the exploration of data science and digital humanities

For more information, contact: datahelp@uta.edu

Available Software

The DataCave features 8 high-powered computers with specialized software to support data needs, including both PCs and Macs. They include the following programs. Those marked with an asterisk (*) are on PCs only.

  • Anaconda Package Manager
  • ArcGIS Desktop*
  • ArcGIS Pro*
  • Atlas.TI
  • Erdas IMAGINE*
  • Git
  • Git Bash
  • Mplus
  • NVivo
  • OpenRefine
  • Python
  • QGIS
  • R
  • RStudio
  • SPSS
  • Stata
  • Tableau Desktop
  • SAS

 Read more about software available on all computers at UTA Libraries locations and in other specialized areas.

Workshop Schedule

WORKSHOPS IN THE DATACAVE!
Join UTA Libraries data experts to learn about data tools and analysis through participatory workshops this fall. All students, faculty, and staff are invited to join and learn how to apply these tools to your research and data needs. 

View Workshop Schedule

Mavs Dataverse

A Dataverse is a container for datasets (research data, code, documentation, and metadata) and other Dataverses, which can be setup for individual researchers, departments, journals, and organizations. Check out our Dataverses below!