Open data

Open access to data makes it easier to validate and assess findings, and it facilitates the use of data in new ways, for instance through a more interdisciplinary approach. Furthermore, open access to research data reduces duplication of effort, increases efficiency and reduces the environmental impact of research activities. 

The research strategy for Ny-Ålesund stresses the importance of making research data openly accessible when no legitimate considerations prevent its accessibility, or “as open as possible, as closed as necessary”. 

Platforms for data sharing

The following platforms and tools exist to share data:

• The Research in Svalbard platform/database.
• Ny-Ålesund Monitoring tool, connected to Svalbardkartet. In the metadata of each instrument, you can find the DOI link or other link to existing datasets (if shared).
• Via SIOS (Svalbard Integrated Arctic Earth Observing System)

Data quick looks

• NILU measurements (air quality and chemistry)
• Meteorology (AWI)
• Radiation (AWI)
• Tropospheric wind (Wind Lidar, AWI)
• Cloud observations (AWI)
• Water temperature (AWI)
• Permafrost observatory (AWI)