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Does history count?

Katharine Anderson1

  • 1Science and Technology Studies, 303 Bethune College, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M3J 1P3. kateya@yorku.ca

Endeavour
|November 23, 2006
PubMed
Summary

The Census of Marine Life maps ocean biodiversity across all depths and time. A key component, the History of Marine Animal Populations, offers unique insights into scientific collaboration and historical research methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Marine biology
  • Oceanography
  • Biodiversity science

Background:

  • The Census of Marine Life is a global initiative to document marine biodiversity.
  • It aims to understand ocean life from the past, present, and future.
  • This project spans diverse marine environments, from polar regions to abyssal zones.

Observation:

  • The Census is generating significant scientific discoveries, advancing the study of biodiversity.
  • It provides a comprehensive overview of marine ecosystems and their inhabitants.
  • A specialized section, the History of Marine Animal Populations, is highlighted.

Findings:

  • The History of Marine Animal Populations offers a unique perspective on large-scale scientific collaboration.
  • It facilitates discussions on historical methodologies in scientific research.
  • This section also examines how historians of science study contemporary scientific endeavors.

Implications:

  • The Census of Marine Life reshapes our understanding of ocean ecosystems and biodiversity.
  • It underscores the importance of interdisciplinary and international scientific cooperation.
  • The project provides valuable data and insights for marine conservation and future research.

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