Research Databases FAQ

What databases are available for research at Stern?
A complete list of research databases can be found on the RDS Databases webpage.

What software is available for research at Stern?
A complete list of research-related software can be found on the RDS Applicationswebpage.

How do I get help with research databases and software?
RDS can be reached by email at research@stern.nyu.edu and by phone at (212)998-0163. Additional contact information about help resources for Stern researchers can be found on the RDS Help Resources webpage.

What is GRID?
Grid is the unix server which is made available to all Stern faculty and PhD students. Each user has a home directory and shares a group disk space. Each academic department has one faculty group and one PhD group.

How do I login to Grid?
Login to grid requires a secure shell client such as Putty or SSH. Please see the How-to-guide on logging into grid with Putty for details.

What is WRDS?
WRDS is the Wharton Research Database Service. Stern subscribes to a number of research databases, including financial and company data, which are accessible through the WRDS website and the WRDS unix server. More information can be found on the What is WRDS? Webpage.

How do I login to WRDS?
WRDS is accessible without a user account, just by going to http://wrds.wharton.upenn.edu/connect. The same address, without "/connect", is the place to apply for an account or login with an account. An account allows off-campus access, personal workspace, and access to the WRDS unix server. More information about WRDS accounts can be found on the What is WRDS? Webpage.

What if I need data for which Stern appears to have no access?
Stern faculty members should send email to research@stern.nyu.edu or call RDS at (212)998-0163 to make sure we do not have access to the data. From there, they should discuss it among their peers and contact their department chairs. PhD students should contact their faculty advisors.

What if I need software for which Stern appears to have no license?
Stern faculty should send email to research@stern.nyu.edu or call (212)998-0163 to determine what licenses exist at Stern. The IT department can assist with price estimates, price quotes, and purchases. PhD students should contact the Doctoral Office.