Biodiversity data publishing is critical for several reasons, ranging from scientific research and conservation to policy-making and education. Darwin Core, a standardized framework for sharing biodiversity information, plays a crucial role in facilitating the effective use of biodiversity data. We this approach we are responding to
WALLACEAN SHORTFALL – The Wallacean shortfall is named after Alfred Russel Wallace, and refers to lack of knowledge about the geographical distribution of species.
PRESTONIAN SHORTFALL – The Prestonian shortfall can be defined as lack of knowledge about the abundance of species and their population dynamics in space and time.
Importance of Biodiversity Data Publishing includes:
Data Accessibility: Publishing biodiversity data makes it accessible to researchers worldwide, fostering collaboration and enabling large-scale studies.
Long-term Studies: Historical data is vital for understanding trends and changes in biodiversity over time.
Species Distribution and abundance: Data on species distribution and abundance helps in understanding ecological patterns and predicting future changes in ecosystems.
Importance of Darwin Core
Standardization
Interoperability: Darwin Core provides a common language for biodiversity data, making it easier for different databases and systems to share and integrate information.
Consistency: Ensures that data collected from various sources are consistent, facilitating accurate analysis and comparisons.
Depth of knowledge needed by attendees/target audience:
This is adequate for any biologist including Ph.D. students in early stages of their thesis.
Dates: 30 September, 1 October, 3 October 2024
Time: 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. GMT
