As 
data driven research has grown at Duke, Data and Visualization Services receives an increasing number of requests for partnerships, instruction, and consultations. These requests have deepened our relationships with researchers across campus such that we now regularly interact with researchers in all of Duke’s schools, disciplines, and interdepartmental initiatives.
In order to expand the Libraries commitment to partnering with researchers on data driven research at Duke, Duke University Libraries is elevating the Data and Visualization Services department to the Center for Data and Visualization Sciences (CDVS). The change is designed to enable the new Center to:
- Expand partnerships for research and teaching
- Augment the ability of the department to partner on grant, development, and funding opportunities
- Develop new opportunities for research, teaching, and collections – especially in the areas of data science, data visualization, and GIS/mapping research
- Recognize the breadth and demand for the Libraries expertise in data driven research support
- Enhance the role of CDVS activities within Bostock Libraries’ Edge Research Commons
We believe that the new Center for Data and Visualization Sciences will enable us to partner with an increasingly large and diverse range of data research interests at Duke and beyond through funded projects and co-curricular initiatives at Duke. We look forward to working with you on your next data driven project!
I need help in making maps of very high quality.
Can you recommend a book?
We’ve had some positive feedback on Designing Better Maps by Cynthia Brewer for something focused on map design (rather than specific software or tools).