Towards a standard for documentation of mathematical models in ecology

Hoch, R; Gabele, T; Benz, Joachim

doi:10.1016/s0304-3800(98)00130-6

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“…There have been several attempts of collecting, documenting, and archiving environmental models [Fiddman, URL;Noble and Davies, 1995;CEML, 1997], among which the Kassel University Register of Ecological Models is probably most noteworthy [Benz and Knorrenschild, 1997;Hoch et al, 1998]. However in our case we seek quite a different goal and instead of collecting all the available models and approaches we tend to limit our scope to a minimal set of modules needed to represent a fairly wide variety of environments.…”

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Modular ecosystem modeling

Voinov

Fitz

Boumans

2004

Environmental Modelling & Software

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The modular ecosystem modeling approach was used to create a flexible landscape model structure that is easy to modify and extend for particular case studies and applications. The Library of Hydro Ecological Modules (LHEM; http://iee.umces.edu/LHEM) includes modules that describe hydrologic processes, nutrient cycling, vegetation growth, decomposition, etc., both locally and spatially. LHEM is implemented within the framework of the Spatial Modeling Environment (SME; http://iee.umces.edu/SME3) that integrates modules and places local simulation models into a spatial context. The LHEM was used to build the Patuxent Landscape Model (PLM) as well as models of several subwatersheds of the Patuxent. Local ecosystem dynamics are replicated across a grid of cells that compose the rasterized landscape. Different habitats and land use types translate into different parameter sets that drive the modules chosen. Spatial hydrologic modules define horizontal fluxes of material and information and link the cells together. Results show good agreement with data for several components of the model at several scales. The modular structure was essential to refocus the model on several problems associated with different management decisions that were to be made.

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Modular ecosystem modeling

Voinov

Fitz

Boumans

2004

Environmental Modelling & Software

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“…El protocolo de documentación debería de estar estandarizado al igual que en la actualidad contamos con estándares para documentar datos ecológicos. Estas ideas fueron parcialmente implementadas en un repositorio llamado ECOBAS (Hoch et al 1998, Benz et al 2001, Strube et al 2008) que actualmente se haya alojado en el ORNL (Oak Ridge National Laboratory) y permite tanto la documentación como la ejecución en línea de los modelos. Otra iniciativa interesante es el llamado "Forest Model Archive".…”

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Documenting models and workflows: the next challenge in the field of ecological data management

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Pérez-Pérez²,

Benito³

et al. 2013

ECOS

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“…The University of Kassel maintains an internet-based Register of Ecological Models (Benz andKnorrenschild 1997, Benz 2001) with references to over 600 models, but most are accessed infrequently (only 45 documents record more than 50 hits/month). In a related project (ECOBAS), Hoch et al (1998) have called for a common model interchange format, but it appears that very few modellers (<20) have risen to the challenge to participate in this initiative (Benz 2001). IUFRO is currently canvassing support for a model archive, and it will be interesting to observe support for this initiative, and monitor any increase in uptake of models made available in this way.…”

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Realizing opportunities in forest growth modelling

Vanclay¹

2003

Can. J. For. Res.

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The world is continually changing: the emergence of new technology and new demands for pertinent information pose new challenges and possibilities for forest management. Are forest growth models keeping up with client needs? To remain relevant, modelers need to anticipate client needs, gauge the data needed to satisfy these demands, develop the tools to collect and analyze these data efficiently, and resolve how best to deliver the resulting models and other findings. Researchers and managers should jointly identify and articulate anticipated needs for the future, and initiate action to satisfy them. New technology that offers potential for innovation in forest growth modelling include modelling software, automated data collection, and animation of model outputs. New sensors in the sky and on forest machines can routinely provide data previously considered unattainable (e.g., tree coordinates, crown dimensions), as census rather than sample data. What does this revolution in data availability imply for forest growth models, especially for our choice of driving variables?

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Towards a standard for documentation of mathematical models in ecology

Cited by 24 publications

References 8 publications

Modular ecosystem modeling

Modular ecosystem modeling

Documenting models and workflows: the next challenge in the field of ecological data management

Realizing opportunities in forest growth modelling

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