The Role of Open Data in Preserving Biodiversity
Offered By: Linnean Society via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the critical role of open data in biodiversity conservation through this informative talk by Quentin Groom at the Linnean Society. Delve into the complexities of protecting our natural environment, understanding how biodiversity transcends political boundaries and operates on multiple scales. Learn why comprehensive, up-to-date data on species distributions, population sizes, ecological interactions, environmental impact, traits, genetics, and phylogeny are essential for effective policy-making, monitoring, prediction, and conservation efforts. Discover how the segregation of data into silos defined by taxonomy, geography, industry, or discipline hinders sustainable biodiversity management. Gain insights into Groom's work in biodiversity informatics and invasive biology, and understand his advocacy for Open Science as a solution to these multifaceted challenges. Explore ongoing projects like B³ - Biodiversity Building Blocks for Policy, BiCIKL, TETTRIs, and GUARDEN, which contribute to understanding and preserving biodiversity.
Syllabus
What Role Does Open Data Play in Preserving Biodiversity? | Quentin Groom
Taught by
Linnean Society
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