Map collections
The Mary B. Ansari Map Library houses the largest physical map collection in the state, featuring topographic, geologic, and thematic maps that support research, education, and historical inquiry.
Maps and georesources
Find maps, online collections, guides, and resources you need.
Digital collections
Online digital map and geospatial collections
Nevada and the Great Basin Maps Collections
This digital collection consists of maps related to historic Nevada and the Great Basin, including historic aerial photos, historic maps of Nevada and the Great Basin, Sanborn maps, and State Land Office maps.
The Mackay School Theses
The Mackay School of Earth Sciences and Engineering Theses Collection includes scholarship related to the geologic, hydrological, geothermal, mining, and metallurgical information distinct to Nevada and the surrounding environs.
W.M. Keck Data Repository
The W.M. Keck Earth Sciences and Mining Geosciences Data Repository site hosts GIS imagery and maps specifically for the state of Nevada and surrounding areas. Availability includes NAIP, DOQ, CIR, DRG, Topographic Maps, SPOT, NED, DEM, Aster, Landsat, and Geologic Maps.
Research guides
The research guides offer curated resources, search tips, and subject-specific guidance to help you navigate topics in geography, geology, mining, and GIS.
Geography
Geological Engineering and Sciences
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
Mining Engineering & Metallurgy
Geospatial computing and services
Our computer labs and services provide access to GIS software, data visualization tools, and research support for working with spatial data, mapping projects, and geospatial analysis.
Data and GIS resources
Thinking about incorporating cool maps with data to analyze patterns, relationships or situations for your class, project, research or thesis/dissertation? Contact the Earth Science, GIS and Maps Librarian to discuss options for your research, schedule a workshop for your class, or one-on-one assistance.
Data and GIS Depot
The Data and GIS Depot is located in the DeLaMare Science and Engineering Library, basement level, and is dedicated to providing access and services to help students and faculty with Data and GIS instruction, tutoring, consultations, and more. Specialists in GIS and Data management, analysis, visualization, and storage are available via in person and zoom appointments, as well as walk-in during multiple office hours offered through the week. Check out the GIS Library Guide for details and times.
List of specialized software available at the Data and GIS Depot computer lab:
- ArcGIS Pro
- QGIS
- Grass
- Google Earth Pro
- R
- R Studio
- Anaconda Navigator (Python and R)
- Envi (Remote Sensing)
- Microsoft Suite
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Additional software packages
ArcGIS software is also available via:
- Dataworks North Computer Lab in the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center
- Remote Services - Learn more about access via remote desktop
Student ESRI licenses
Current students are eligible to receive a 1-year ArcGIS Desktop or Pro License.
- Single-use licenses for personal computers only
- License includes advanced software and extensions, and can only be used for educational purposes
- Contact the Earth Sciences, GIS, and Maps Librarian Chrissy Klenke (cklenke@unr.edu) to learn more
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