Scientific Databases

John Porter - 8/9/97


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Table of Contents

Scientific Databases

WHY have Scientific Databases?

WHY have Scientific Databases?

WHY have Scientific Databases?

Challenges for Scientific Databases

Challenges for Scientific Databases

PPT Slide

Database Characteristics

Examples of Scientific Databases

Examples of Scientific Databases

Examples of Scientific Databases

Examples of Scientific Databases

Evolving a Database

Developing a Database - Questions to Ask

Library Model

Choosing a DBMS

Database Management System (DBMS) Types

Advantages and Disadvantages of using a DBMS

Metadata - Data About Data

Data Model for Metadata at VCR/LTER

User Interface

Computer Systems

Cautionary Notes - Lessons from the Worm Community System

Final Thoughts

Author: Environmental Sciences Server

Email: jporter@lternet.edu

Home Page: http://www.vcrlter.virginia.edu/jhp7e.html