How to Upload Your Data
DataHub supports two deposit methods. Both create a linked catalogue record that makes your data discoverable and citable. Choose the method that best suits your file size and infrastructure.
Direct Upload
Best for files up to 30 GB on your local machine
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Sign in
Log in with your UChicago credentials at the DataHub portal.
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Choose Direct Upload
From the dashboard, click "Direct Upload" or navigate to the Upload page.
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Select your file
Drag-and-drop your file or click to browse. Files up to 30 GB are supported.
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Add metadata
Provide a title and description. Additional fields (DOI, keywords, licence) are optional at this stage.
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Upload
Click Upload. Your browser streams the file directly to DataHub storage. Keep the tab open until complete.
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Review your record
When the transfer finishes, a UChicago Knowledge catalogue record is created automatically. Follow the link to add any remaining metadata.
Globus Transfer
Best for large datasets, HPC output, or remote servers
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Sign in
Log in with your UChicago credentials at the DataHub portal.
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Choose Globus Transfer
From the dashboard, click "Globus Transfer" or navigate to the Globus page.
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Authenticate with Globus
Authorise DataHub to access your Globus account using your institutional credentials.
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Select your source endpoint
Choose an HPC cluster, lab server, or personal Globus Connect endpoint as the source.
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Browse and select files
Navigate the remote filesystem and select the files or folders you want to deposit.
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Add metadata and submit
Fill in the required metadata fields and click Submit. Globus handles the transfer in the background.
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Track progress
Monitor the transfer in "My Uploads". You will receive a notification when the record is ready for review.
Prerequisites
UChicago credentials
An active UChicago CNetID is required to access DataHub.
Globus account (Globus only)
Free account at globus.org. Institutional login is supported.
Globus Connect Personal (optional)
Install on your laptop to use it as a Globus endpoint.
File metadata
At minimum: a title and brief description for each dataset.
Ready to deposit your dataset?
Sign in with your UChicago credentials to start the upload workflow.