Review Cycle and Criteria

The ESS-DIVE Team reviews all datasets before publication to assess the quality of metadata and any reporting format files.

🕐 How much time does it take to publish a dataset?

The amount of time required to create and publish a new dataset will vary. Once you let ESS-DIVE know that your dataset is ready for review by requesting publication (step 3), the publication process can take as much as 3 weeks on average depending on dataset quality, complexity, and author responsiveness.

⚠️ Remember to review the ESS-DIVE terms of use and ensure there is no Protected Information in your dataset.

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Review Cycle

Communication regarding dataset publication reviews take place via email from [email protected].

The ESS-DIVE dataset reviewer will provide direct feedback to data contributors on the quality of their dataset metadata and, if applicable, any reporting format files. Dataset quality is evaluated based on a standard set of criteria, detailed below.

The review cycle includes the following stages:

1. 🔔 Confirmation that your request was initiated

2. 🗣️📝 Revision requests and edits, if applicable (repeat as needed)

3. ✅ Dataset approved and published

Datasets that do not require revisions and pass the first review will automatically be published.

If you receive revision requests, edit your dataset directly and communicate with ESS-DIVE when you are done by responding to the confirmation email. Your response will notify the ESS-DIVE team that your dataset is revised and ready for another review.

Review Process for Reporting Formats

The ESS-DIVE team evaluates your reporting format files during the standard review cycle. Reporting Format requirements help ensure that datasets will be readable and parsable by current and future advanced search and integration tools, such as the Deep Dive API.

Your dataset publication will be delayed if you do not relay all revision updates via email.

If you do not receive the confirmation email within 24 hours of initiating your request, email ESS-DIVE ([email protected]) for assistance.