Book Description

The papers in the volume (by ecologists, data managers, statisticians and computer scientists) were presented at a symposium at Hobcaw Barony, Georgetown, South Carolina, in November, 1984. The papers describe standard data management techniques, the latest technological developments, and the future direction of data management in ecology. The book is divided into two sections. The first section includes general concepts and methods of research data management. The second includes specific examples of data management applications and currently available technology (e.g., ecological modeling aids, real-time data collection, management of satellite imagery data, geographical information systems). This volume will serve as a valuable aid to ecologists and administrators in implementing data management schemes at their sites.