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What does "Observers' Data Access Portal" mean?

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The Observers' Data Access Portal (ODAP) is a new tool for astronomers that helps them get data from the W. M. Keck Observatory quickly and easily.

How It Works

When data is collected from the telescopes, it is sent to the archive almost right away. This means that astronomers can see and download their data in real-time from anywhere in the world.

Features

The portal allows users to:

  • Monitor and download different types of data.
  • View and customize information about the data.
  • Filter data based on type.
  • Download data right away or in larger batches using simple scripts.

User Feedback

Since its launch, users have shared their experiences and suggestions to help improve the portal for future use.

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