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http://dx.doi.org/10.5467/JKESS.2020.41.2.137

Establishing A Database for the Management and Utilization of Geological Research Data: Focusing on the Classification of Rocks and Minerals and 3D Models  

Ko, Bokyun (Division of Science Education, College of Education, Kangwon National University)
Lee, Chang-Wook (Division of Science Education, College of Education, Kangwon National University)
Park, Sungjae (Department of Smart Regional Innovation, Kangwon National University)
Lee, Ki-Young (Division of Science Education, College of Education, Kangwon National University)
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Journal of the Korean earth science society / v.41, no.2, 2020 , pp. 137-146 More about this Journal
Abstract
A great number of geological research data have been produced by individually conducted researchers and then personally stored in domestic universities and research institutes. However, it is difficult to share data with other researchers owing to low and limited accessibility. The purpose of this study is to systematically establish metadata for inaccessible data, to manage them collectively and to provide opportunities for utilizing the data to those who require efficient research methods. Approximately 1,000 geological specimens (900 rocks and fossils, 100 thin sections) were gathered, along with their metadata such as high-resolution photographs, classification, name, owner, address, and geographical coordinates of the sample site, to establish their features. Additionally, 3D modeling data for 100 rocks and fossils were generated. On the basis of this study, it is possible for researchers to access and share crucial geological data that have a high potential to be lost and have been neglected in restricted spaces; by avoiding the wasted time, energy, and costs caused by repetitive collection of data, researchers may perform effective research and achieve qualified and competitive research results. Moreover, vulnerable and important geological data in the field can be protected from damage caused by indiscriminate, repetitive collection of specimens that have previously been secured. Through the establishment of additional metadata concerning the diversity of rocks, fossils, and thin sections kept at other universities and research institutes, much more data can be recognized, leading to advanced research results. Furthermore, specialized comparison and analysis of basic mineralogy and petrology knowledge are anticipated, based on the use of the metadata.
Keywords
geological research data; establishing metadata; managing and utilizing data;
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