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Finding data

A guide to financial and socio-economic data such as Compustat, LSEG Workspace, SDC Platinum, WRDS, and CRSP

Data Support

The Data Support team can help you to find and use data for your research paper. We offer support for proprietary databases that the VU Amsterdam subscribes to, but we can also help with other resources. You can reach the help desk by email and by phone: (+31)(20) 59 85166.

The physical Data Support Desk is located at: HG 6B-02:

  • From January to February: Wednesdays 13:00 - 16:00
  • From April to June: Tuesdays and Thursdays 13:00 - 16:00

It is also possible to make an appointment if you wish one-on-one advise and help, but this depends on personal schedules.

When you contact us by phone or email we will try to set up a video meeting, or schedule an appointment. You can also try using the option Book a librarian.

Other Support

In addition to the regular advice on finding data the library also offers support on:

A full overview of all available support can be found on the library website.