Biological Informatics: A Comparison of Biodiversity Informatics and Neuroinformatics

Research Directions in Biodiversity Informatics

This paper provides an introduction to the major research directions in biodiversity informatics. The biodiversity enterprise is a vast and complex information domain. I describe the need to build infrastructure for this domain, major research thrusts needed to improve its work practices, and areas of research that could contribute to the advancement of the field. I emphasize that the science o...

Historical Considerations in Biodiversity Informatics

Historical collections of biological specimens are potentially rich sources of data for contemporary researchers. However, many technical issues have to be addressed in order to make these collections widely available. This paper reports on a qualitative study of historical and current data practices at the Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia, which is seeking wider understanding of the h...

Internet-based Ant Taxonomy and Biodiversity Informatics

Investigation and Comparison of Nursing Informatics Development Factors in Iran and Selected Countries: a Comparative Study

Introduction: Nursing informatics is effective on the optimal use of technology and health promotion. Using the experiences of successful countries in this field, can facilitate the improvement of nursing care quality. The purpose of this study is a comparison of nursing informatics development factors in Iran and leading countries. Method: The present study was conducted in a descriptive-compa...

Biological Information and Cognitive Informatics

This paper briefly reviews the intersections and connections between these two emerging fields of bioinformatics and cognitive informatics through a systems view of emerging pattern, dissipative structure, and evolving cognition of living systems. It is hoped that this brief review encourages further exploration of our understanding of the biological knowledge of cognition, perception, learning...