Engaging citizen-scientists for the assessment of marine biodiversity: experience from the ongoing COMBER project
Submitted by Thanos Dailianis on Mon, 2013-02-18 17:00
| Title | Engaging citizen-scientists for the assessment of marine biodiversity: experience from the ongoing COMBER project |
| Publication Type | Conference Proceedings |
| Year of Publication | 2013 |
| Authors | Dailianis, T, Faulwetter S, Chatzigeorgiou G, Plaiti W, Prentiss N, Dounas C, Koulouri Y, Artemiou S, Vlasiou A, Pinsoglio G, Arvanitidis C |
| Conference Name | 3rd International Workshop "Research in Shallow Marine and Fresh Water Systems |
| Series Title | Berichte, MARUM – Zentrum für Marine Umweltwissenschaften, Fachbereich Geowissenschaften, Universität Bremen |
| Volume | 292 |
| Pages | 14-16 |
| Conference Location | Bremen, Germany |
| Type of Work | Oral Presentation |
| Abstract | COMBER project was designed by the HCMR as part of the EU ViBRANT project, based on the citizen science concept. Its goal is to demonstrate the potential for production of scientifically useful data through the engagement of a broader, non-scientific audience. It is currently based on fish identification and abundance monitoring in the Greek seas, with the option to expand in the Mediterranean. It is targeting recreational scuba divers and snorkelers, through collaboration with diving and sailing clubs. The methodology behind the project and the experience from a 2-year pilot implementation is presented and discussed. |
