ShareTrait

An open data resource to achieve a synthesis of the evolution and ecology of traits

Energy metabolism, development and fecundity are key traits by which species respond to a changing environment. However, data on these key traits is scattered throughout the literature. In the NWO ShareTrait-project we have developed a platform for the collection, reformatting and standardization of trait data. We now want to upscale and transform this platform into a valuable resource the wider scientific community. To do so, we envision a top-down approach by partnering with key journals to mandate deposition of data on these traits, as well as a bottom-up approach to entice and facilitate researchers to deposit their data.

Participating organisations

Radboud University Nijmegen
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Netherlands eScience Center
Environment & Sustainability
Environment & Sustainability
Life Sciences
Life Sciences

Team

WV
Wilco Verberk
Project Lead
Radboud University Nijmegen
Niels  Drost
Niels Drost
Programme Manager
Netherlands eScience Center
JE
Jacintha Ellers
Co-Applicant
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Michiel Punt
Michiel Punt
Co-Applicant
Netherlands eScience Center/SURF

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Related software

ShareTrait website

SH

Share Trait web application is a web application that allows users to deposit trait data in the Share Trait database.

Updated 1 month ago
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