Three questions: How can taxonomists survive and thrive worldwide?
Michael C. Orr, John S. Ascher, Ming Bai, Douglas Chesters, Chao‐Dong Zhu
Abstract
The science of taxonomy faces many challenges at present. Many questions remain as to how we can best continue the vital practice of describing and understanding biodiversity. Here, we discuss how best to modernize taxonomy, how we might improve taxonomy in developing countries, and how taxonomists can better interface with other fields to better science as a whole.
Topics & Concepts
Taxonomy (biology)BiodiversityBest practiceData scienceComputer scienceBiologyEcologyPolitical scienceLawSpecies Distribution and Climate ChangeEcology and Vegetation Dynamics StudiesGenetic diversity and population structure