The databases of the Quetelet Center are available to both academic and non-academic researchers. Access is granted upon approval of a well-reasoned application. When a substantial contribution of data and/or services from the Center is requested, a financial fee may be charged. Due to copyright and complexity, the base maps (shapefiles) are not available for distribution. Customized maps are created by Center staff and provided in jpg or pdf format. Those wishing to make use of the infrastructure can contact the Center (Queteletcenter@ugent.be).