Where can I find my already submitted data usage applications or data deposit applications?
You can find your applications at: https://www.fdz.dzhw.eu/en/applications/my-applications
FAQ
General
How do I properly cite the data and metadata of the FDZ-DZHW?
Information on citation instructions and publication notification:
How do I report a publication (journal article, dissertation, ...) based on the data provided by the FDZ-DZHW?
Information on citation instructions and publication notification:
Use data
How can I apply for an extension of my existing agreement on data access for my research project in the service portal?
To extend your existing application, please submit an additional application within your existing application in the service portal:
How can I include additional data users in my project?
To add further users to your project, please submit an additional application within your existing data usage application in the service portal.
Can I use the same data for another research project?
As the data usage agreements are tied to your specified research project/ purpose of use, please submit a new application for each new project/ purpose. When doing so, please make sure that you specify all the data packages you require and all current secondary users.
Do I have to sign an agreement to use a Campus Use File (CUF)?
A complete application or agreement is not required to use a Campus Use File (CUF). All we need from you is some statistical information.
What do I do if I cannot find what I am looking for in the FDZ-DZHW data?
In principle, the search portal only lists the data products available in the FDZ-DZHW. If you do not find what you are looking for, you may find further DZHW inventory data or data from other research data centres in Germany helpful.
Is it possible to work collaboratively via remote desktop (or on-site) on data by the FDZ-DZHW?
Yes, it is possible to access a data product via remote desktop (and on-site) with multiple researchers and collaborate in a shared project directory.
How can I export files from the remote desktop or the on-site environment?
Please save and close the files you want to export and delete all old files in your export folder. Then copy the files to be exported into your export folder.
How can I import files into the remote desktop or on-site environment?
To import files to the remote desktop or on-site system, please send an email to userservice@dzhw.eu with your contract or application number and the files that you would like to import. After passing the data protection audit, we will provide you with the files in the import folder within your directory (see under the read more)
Which software licences are available in the remote-desktop and on-site environment?
The following software is available in the remote desktop environment and on the on-site workstation:
I am having technical problems with the remote desktop access. Who can I contact?
In case of technical problems, please contact service@dzhw.eu
I need certain Stata ados or R packages for the remote desktop or the on-site access. How can I install these?
Please send an email with your folder name and the desired ados or packages to service@dzhw.eu
What can I do if I cannot open a CUF (or SUF) with my Stata version because it contains too many variables?
Usually it is possible to load only a part of a data set with certain commands.
Deposit Data
When is the right time in the course of the project to make contact?
In the best case, you contact us as soon as you plan to apply for a specific project. This is the best way to plan the necessary resources and take legal requirements into account. And we can provide you with the most extensive support in your data transfer during the research process.
Our project is well advanced/completed. Can we still transfer the data to the FDZ-DZHW for secondary usage?
Yes, if the requirements for data transfer by the FDZ-DZHW are met, we will be happy to accept your data.