DISSC is Yale’s central hub for advancing data-intensive social science. Whether you’re faculty, staff, or student, we provide you with expert support across the research lifecycle. We can help you acquire data, navigate Yale’s computing environments, manage complex or secure data, and ensure your research is ready for reproducibility.
“By giving me the tools I need, DISSC has allowed me to spend more time focusing on my research.”
Joshua Kalla, Associate Professor of Political Science
What We Offer
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Data Resources
Access high-value datasets—in many areas of social science—plus guidance on discovery, licensing, and acquisition.
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Workshops and Events
Engage in training and workshops focused on emerging methods, AI tools, and best practices in the social sciences.
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Research Support
One-on-one consultations, secure computing, software access, survey design, reproducibility services, and more.
Programs
We share data expertise to reduce barriers and improve quality through our programs.
Latest News
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- Spotlight
Code Review, Reproducibility, and Improving the Scholarly Record
A central goal of open research practices is to promote the production of reusable research outputs to advance scholarship.
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- Newsletter
Summer 2025 Newsletter
Regards from our new office space on the first floor of 37 Hillhouse Ave!
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- In The News
How AI Helped Seth Stephens-Davidowitz Uncover the NBA’s Biggest Secrets in 30 Days
Seth Stephens-Davidowitz estimates that an NBA player’s identical twin has a 50% chance of also playing in the league.
Schedule Office Hours
Schedule yours today and we will be in touch quickly to assist you.