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This special issue celebrates Dr. Angelo Barbosa Monteiro Machado's career in zoological systematics. It highlights ZOOTAXA's role in taxonomic discussions and advancements.

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Area of Science:

Zoological Systematics
Taxonomic Sciences

Background:

ZOOTAXA has emerged as a leading journal for rapid dissemination of research in zoological systematics.
The journal serves as a respected forum for diverse taxonomic discussions and special issues.

Discussion:

Special issues have addressed significant themes, including the Carl Linnaeus legacy and cataloguing metazoan life.
Discussions have also focused on the future of taxonomic sciences, such as modifications to the International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN).

Key Insights:

This special issue honors the distinguished career of Brazilian researcher Dr. Angelo Barbosa Monteiro Machado.
It underscores the journal's commitment to advancing zoological systematics and taxonomic sciences.

Outlook:

The collection of papers aims to inspire future research and collaboration in taxonomy.
It reflects the ongoing importance of dedicated journals in fostering scientific progress and celebrating key figures.