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e-Biosphere 09: International conference on biodiversity informatics

Achievements in biodiversity informatics to date and strategies for the future

The e-Biosphere 09 International Conference on Biodiversity Informatics in London June 1-3 will focus on how technology is accelerating the pace of taxonomy and the importance of such work to human well-being. An exceptional array of speakers and participants will highlight achievements in Biodiversity Informatics today and discuss strategies for its future.

This conference presents a unique opportunity for a wide range of professionals, researchers, and students to come together to help plan the future of the field.

The Conference has been designed as a meeting-ground for researchers and users of biodiversity data, including: content providers in fields such as taxonomy, genetics, and ecology; content aggregators; policy-makers; developers of biodiversity databases, software, and data standards; and users from diverse fields such as conservation, land use, agriculture, and sustainable development.

Computer scientists and engineers interested in biodiversity informatics will share their expertise and perspectives. Participants from public research funding agencies, private foundations and donor organizations are also expected to participate.

Planned with an eye towards innovation, e-Biosphere 09 aims to be interactive as well as informative. Attendees are encouraged to take a participatory role in this event by submitting a poster abstract, or suggesting a topic for Break-Out Discussion Groups. The dynamic Online Conference Community, a series of electronic discussion forums, offers researchers and users of Biodiversity Informatics the opportunity to interact and prepare for the conference.

The event is co-sponsored by the Natural History Museum (London), Encyclopedia of Life and 12 other leading biodiversity research institutions.

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