University of Chicago Research Computing Center DataHub
Open to all UChicago researchers

Upload Your Research Data

Deposit datasets of any size into DataHub. Every submission receives a catalogue record that makes your data discoverable, citable, and reusable.

Direct Upload

Up to 30 GB

Drag-and-drop files straight from your local machine. Ideal for small to medium datasets that are already on your computer. Your browser streams the file securely and creates a catalogue record automatically when the transfer completes.

  • No additional software required
  • Automatic metadata record on completion
  • Supports files up to 30 GB
Start a Direct Upload

Globus Transfer

Any size · HPC & servers

Move terabyte-scale datasets directly from HPC clusters, lab servers, or any Globus endpoint. Transfers run in the background and resume automatically if interrupted — no browser tab required.

  • No file-size limit
  • Fault-tolerant — auto-resumes on interruption
  • Works from any Globus endpoint
Start a Globus Transfer

Which method should I use?

FactorDirect UploadGlobus Transfer
Max file size30 GBUnlimited
File locationLocal machineAny Globus endpoint
Browser requiredYes, during uploadOnly to start transfer
Fault-tolerantNoYes — auto-resumes
Best forQuick uploads, small filesLarge datasets, HPC output

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