In doing so, you will contribute to the synergistic strength of the Ecoengine that comes from integrating disparate data sources. Currently we are cataloging metadata associated with each dataset within the Ecoengine. We are asking researchers to provide us with information including: title of their study, researcher(s)/data owner(s) name(s) and contact information, geographic extent, study dates, sampling methods, etc. Please contact us at ecoengine@berkeley.edu for more information and guidance on what is most appropriate for your study.
We understand concerns researchers may have regarding the use and protection of their hard-earned data. We are still working on the details of our Terms of Use but can ensure that Data Owners will determine who has access to and uses their data if they elect to register it with the Ecoengine. Furthermore, Data Owners will not be held liable for misuse of their data, and proper acknowledgement will be given to them when it is used (e.g., publications, presentation, etc.). We welcome feedback on what might be acceptable terms of use for your data.