World Ozone and Ultraviolet Data Centre (WOUDC) Data Submission Agreement
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Introduction
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The World Ozone and Ultraviolet Radiation Data Centre (WOUDC) provides data
sets to the scientific and educational communities free of charge. The WOUDC
is one of several World Data Centres (WDC) operating under the auspices of
the World Meteorological Organization - Global Atmosphere Watch (WMO-GAW).
Resolution 40 of the Twelfth World Meteorological Congress (Cg-XII) of the WMO
states that data and products of the WMO networks be made available
"... on a free and unrestricted basis." [1] to the scientific and education
community. However, depending on the needs and wishes of the data originators,
the WOUDC will post data so that access is restricted for an agreed limited
duration (up to 2 years), after which, the restriction would be removed and the
data would be made available through general access.
This agreement outlines the terms to be established between the WOUDC and the
data originator(s) with respect to the limited or "restricted" access to the
the submitted data.
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WOUDC data designated as "restricted" will be made available by means of a
special restricted access ftp account to only those individuals who submit a
signed copy of the WOUDC data users protocol (protocol.txt).
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Any further inquiries may be directed to the WOUDC by:
Phone: 1-416-739-4635 Fax: 1-416-739-4281 Email: woudc@ec.gc.ca
References
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[1] World Meteorological Organization, Twelfth World Meteorological Congress,
Abridged Final report with Resolutions, WMO-No.827, Resolution 40,
Secretariat of the WMO, Geneva, Switzerland, 30-May-21 June, 1995.
- World Ozone and Ultraviolet Radiation Data Centre, Toronto, CANADA
October 1997
Terms of the Data Submission Agreement
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The WOUDC expects to receive Level 0 primary or "raw" data, Level 1 quality
assured processed data and in some instances, Level 2 data which are gridded
to standard parameters based on accepted algorithms.
For the purposes of data distribution, the data originator(s) is required to
indicate the option of choice for the release of his/her data.
NOTE: "General Distribution" requires a generic username/password to access
the WOUDC data archive. However, no data usage agreements are
specified or required in order to obtain access.
DATA DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS
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Indicate only one.
Level 0 - Primary or "Raw" Data
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Option Condition(s)
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__ 1. Data will be archived only. No distribution.
__ 2. Restricted distribution for __ months (up to 24 months), after which,
the restriction would be removed and the data would be made available through
general access.
__ 3. Unrestricted access, with general distribution.
Level 1 - Processed Data
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Option Conditions(s)
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__ 4. Restricted distribution for __ months (up to 24 months),after which,
the restriction would be removed and the data would be made available through
general access.
__ 5. Unrestricted access, with general distribution.
Special Data Processing Agreement
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A data originator may choose to allow the staff at the WOUDC to process Level 0
data using standard data processing procedures and algorithms, specifically
developed for the output and distribution of Level 1 data, by the WOUDC.
In some cases, such as spectral UV, Level 2 data wil be generated by the WOUDC
and distributed on behalf of the data originator. Before the data are posted,
a consultation between WOUDC and the data originator(s) will be conducted to
confirm the release of the data sets.
Option Conditions(s)
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__ 6. Restricted distribution for __ months (up to 24 months),after which,
the restriction would be removed and the data would be made available through
general access.
__ 7. Unrestricted access, with general distribution.
Level 2 - Gridded Data
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Should a data originator decide to submit Level 2 gridded data then he/she
is encouraged to contact the WOUDC to discuss the terms of a data submission
and distribution agreement.
INSTRUCTIONS
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Complete the data originator(s) information (please print) and sign below.
Then forward the entire document by fax to:
The World Ozone and Ultraviolet Radiation Data Centre (WOUDC)
Fax: +1-416-739-4281
Last Name: _____________________ Given Name(s): ________________________
Institute: _____________________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________________
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Telephone: ____________________________ Fax: _________________________
E-mail address: ________________________________________________________
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I hereby acknowledge and consent to the above indicated option and conditions.
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Signature: ______________________________ Date: __________________________