Raw Data for the Lake Erie Center Sensor Network

In an effort to ensure a quality data product the LESN and LEC conform to federal and international standards, including the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC). Metadata compliance is an ongoing effort guaranteeing maximum utility. As part of the GIS development, we standardize geographic data storage in geographic coordinates, facilitating easy incorporation with other projects. Adherence to the FGDC standards and ongoing implementation of additional standards , including the National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII) interfaces our research projects with national and international research efforts.