Monkey database reveals shift toward open science

Monkey database reveals shift toward open science

A database about monkey behavior reveals how science is evolving toward a more open, collaborative approach.

University of Exeter: Monkey database reveals shift towards open science | ResearchBuzz: Firehose

New-to-me, from University of Exeter: Monkey database reveals shift towards open science. “MacaqueNet contains social behavioural data from 14 of the world’s 24 species of macaque. Established in 2017, MacaqueNet has grown into a platform for truly global collaboration, with over 100 members based at 58 institutes across five continents. It is now the largest publicly searchable and standardised database on animal social behaviour.”The post Univ…

Monkey Database Uncovers Growing Shift Toward Open Science

In the rapidly evolving landscape of animal behavior research, the advent of large-scale collaborative databases is transforming the way scientists approach the complexities of social interactions within animal societies. Among these pioneering initiatives, MacaqueNet stands out as a trailblazing platform that aggregates social behavioral data from multiple species of macaques, ushering in a new era of transparency, cooperation, and data-driven …