Paris Astronomical Data Center (PADC)

Astronomy

Accepted data

Primarily astronomical data in FITS format, often images or spectra, but also simulations, laboratory data, planetology, radio data, etc.

Supporting institutions

Paris Observatoiry

Persistent identifiers

DOI

Volume limit

Yes, large-volume deposits require approval from the scientific advisory board and the technical infrastructure

Repository provided moderation

Verification of scientific value for making data available or preservation (excluding ANO). Technical verification of the Virtual Observatory interfaces for more formal services.

Viability

In existence since 2004