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USGS Isotope: A Database of Radiogenic and Stable Isotopic Data

April 11, 2025
USGS Isotope is a database of compiled radiogenic and stable isotopic data from rocks and critical mineral deposits. The data set contains published elemental concentrations, isotopic ratios, analytical information, sample metadata including location, and source citations. Analytical techniques represented include Sm-Nd, U-Th-Pb, Rb-Sr, Lu-Hf, Re-Os, O, and S isotopic systems. Data incorporated into the database originate from peer-reviewed journal articles, geological survey publications, and USGS data releases, primarily covering the United States but also encompassing selected regions across North America. Designed to support critical mineral assessments, geologic mapping, and regional geologic synthesis, the database will continually be expanded and updated, ensuring easy accessibility and data quality for researchers, resource managers, and stakeholders.
Publication Year 2025
Title USGS Isotope: A Database of Radiogenic and Stable Isotopic Data
DOI 10.5066/P1ZGFA22
Authors Ian W Hillenbrand
Product Type Data Release
Record Source USGS Asset Identifier Service (AIS)
USGS Organization Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center
Rights This work is marked with CC0 1.0 Universal
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