BODC's role

BODC is the NERC designated data centre responsible for the management of data sets originating from the UKOA programme. The role of BODC is

• To facilitate the interchange of quality-controlled and documented data sets within the UKOA community.
• To assemble quality-controlled and documented data sets from all cruises into a relational database, so that spatial and temporal links between multiple parameters are maintained.
• To provide advice and assistance (when appropriate) to project scientists in the management, working up and quality assurance of their data.
• To assure the long-term stewardship of data sets arising from the UKOA programme for the future benefit of the wider scientific community.
• To assist the UKOA community in the application of data management best practices during the programme.