People, infrastructure, and data: A pathway to an inclusive and diverse ecological network of networks

作者：Michael Sanclements, Sydne Record, Kevin C. Rose, Alison Donnelly, Steven Chong, Katharyn Duffy, Alesia J. Hallmark, James B. Heffernan, Jianguo Liu, Jessica J. Mitchell, D. J. Moore, Kusum Naithani, Catherine M. O’Reilly, Eric R. Sokol, Kaitlin Stack Whitney, Samantha R. Weintraub, Di Yang · 发表于：Ecosphere · 年份：2022 · DOI：10.1002/ecs2.4262 · 被引用次数：9 · 研究领域：Environmental DNA in Biodiversity Studies、Species Distribution and Climate Change、Microbial Community Ecology and Physiology

Abstract Macrosystem‐scale research is supported by many ecological networks of people, infrastructure, and data. However, no network is sufficient to address all macrosystems ecology research questions, and there is much to be gained by conducting research and sharing resources across multiple networks. Unfortunately, conducting macrosystem research across networks is challenging due to the diversity of expertise and skills required, as well as issues related to data discoverability, veracity, and interoperability. The ecological and environmental science community could substantially benefit from networking existing networks to leverage past research investments and spur new collaborations. Here, we describe the need for a “network of networks” (NoN) approach to macrosystems ecological research and articulate both the challenges and potential benefits associated with such an effort. We describe the challenges brought by rapid increases in the volume, velocity, and variety of “big data” ecology and highlight how a NoN could build on the successes and creativity within component networks, while also recognizing and improving upon past failures. We argue that a NoN approach requires careful planning to ensure that it is accessible and inclusive, incorporates multimodal communications and ways to interact, supports the creation, testing, and promulgation of community standards, and ensures individuals and groups receive appropriate credit for their contributions. Additionally, ...