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Help for PDART 2014 Proposal Writers

For those submitting PDART proposals that include data to be archived with the PDS Geosciences Node, here are some details about what goes into preparing a PDS archive.

See also the more general information on our Help For Proposal Writers page.

What The P.I. Does:

  • Produces data products in acceptable PDS format (currently PDS4).
  • Produces PDS labels, which under PDS4 are XML files.
  • Writes supporting documentation.
  • Organizes data, labels, documentation, etc. into an archive package.
  • Validates labels using PDS provided tools.
  • Participates in peer review (done via web, email and phone; no travel necessary).
  • Makes updates, as necessary, based on peer review recommendations.
  • Delivers final package to PDS.

What the PDS Node does, using PDS funds:

  • Provides advice on PDS standards and requirements.
  • Helps in designing PDS labels, if needed.
  • Provides available PDS tools.
  • Sets up and conducts a peer review.
  • Accepts the final package and integrates the data into its archives, including making it available on the Geosciences Node web site.
     

 

 

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