MEDIN data guideline for data by grab or core

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Marine Environmental Data and Information Network

Publication date

2019

Publisher

Marine Environmental Data and Information Network

Journal

Spatial Coverage

Geographical Scope

European

Sea Region

North Sea
English Channel
Irish Sea
Bristol Channel

Categories

Categories

sediment

Discipline

Parameter discipline

Marine Biodiversity

Instruments and Platforms

Instrument

sediment grabs
unconsolidated sediment corers

Platform

research vessel

Methods Status

Maturity Level

Level 4: Better Practice - Developed and Adopted

Abstract

This guideline defines the format of data and information produced from the sampling of sediment by grab or core, including Particle Size Analysis (PSA), taxonomic data, and biotope determinations. Used correctly the guideline facilitates easy use and reuse of the data.

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CC-BY 4.0CC-BY 4.0

Citation

MEDIN Standards Working Group (SWG) (2019) MEDIN data guideline for data by grab or core. Version 5.1. MEDIN, [Spreadsheets]. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.25607/OBP-1618

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Applications

MSFD

Descriptor 1: Marine Biodiversity

MSP

Biodiversity and Conservation
Scientific Research and Monitoring
Environmental Protection

GOOS Application

Biodiversity analysis and assessment
Environmental assessment and outlook
Coastal management
Sustainable management and food security
Climate analysis and assessment

GOOS EOV Phenomena

Ocean Obs Societal Need

Climate
Ocean health

Sustainable Development Goals

Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development
Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development::14.a Increase scientific knowledge, develop research capacity and transfer marine technology, taking into account the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Criteria and Guidelines on the Transfer of Marine Technology, in order to improve ocean health and to enhance the contribution of marine biodiversity to the development of developing countries, in particular small island developing States and least developed countries

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