Let DATA lead the way. Have your Research CAPture what you want, how and where you need it.
REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) is a secure web platform for building and managing online databases and surveys. It’s streamlined process for rapidly creating and designing projects offers a vast array of tools that can be tailored to virtually any data collection strategy.
REDCap provides automated export procedures for seamless data downloads to Excel and common statistical packages (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R), as well as a built-in project calendar, a scheduling module, ad hoc reporting tools, and advanced features, such as branching logic, file uploading, and calculated fields.
Key Capabilities
- Flexible Project Design – Create projects online with the Online Designer or offline with a “data dictionary” in Microsoft Excel. No advanced programming skills required.
- Multiple Data Collection Methods – Capture data via online surveys, direct data entry, mobile apps, or printable PDFs for offline use. Supports both anonymous and identified data.
- Secure, Web-Based Access – Build and manage projects from anywhere with secure authentication, encryption, and detailed logging.
- Multi-Site Collaboration – Share projects across multiple sites and institutions with controlled permissions.
- Fully Customizable Forms – Choose from various question types: text fields, multiple choice, rating scales, matrices, file uploads, and more.
- Audit Trails – Track all data changes and user actions for transparency and compliance.
- Automated Data Export – Export seamlessly to Excel, PDF, or statistical packages (SPSS, SAS, Stata, R).
Advanced Features - Branching logic, calculated fields, file uploads, and data validation.
- Built-in project calendar and scheduling tools.
- Ad hoc reporting and data visualization options.
- Multi-language management for surveys, forms, navigation, and system messages.
- Secure messaging and survey invitations sent directly from REDCap.