Semantic tagging of and semantic enhancements to systematics papers: ZooKeys working examples
2010

Semantic Tagging and Enhancements in Systematics Papers

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Penev Lyubomir, Agosti Donat, Georgiev Teodor, Catapano Terry, Miller Jeremy, Blagoderov Vladimir, Roberts David, Smith Vincent S., Brake Irina, Ryrcroft Simon, Scott Ben, Johnson Norman F., Morris Robert A., Sautter Guido, Chavan Vishwas, Robertson Tim, Remsen David, Stoev Pavel, Parr Cynthia, Knapp Sandra, Kress W. John, Thompson Chris F., Erwin Terry

Primary Institution: Bulgarian Academy of Sciences & Pensoft Publishers

Hypothesis

How can semantic tagging and enhancements improve the publication and dissemination of taxonomic information?

Conclusion

The implementation of XML-based workflows in taxonomic publishing significantly enhances the efficiency and accessibility of biodiversity information.

Supporting Evidence

  • ZooKeys is the first taxonomic journal to implement a complete XML-based editorial workflow.
  • Semantic tagging allows for better retrieval and use of taxonomic information.
  • XML tagging can enhance the visibility and accessibility of published taxonomic data.

Takeaway

This study shows how tagging and linking information in scientific papers can help people find and use data about different species more easily.

Methodology

The study outlines the editorial workflow and methods for implementing semantic tagging and enhancements in taxonomic publications.

Limitations

The tagging process is labor-intensive and may not be widely adopted yet.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3897/zookeys.50.538

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