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Goals of breakout discussion Objective: Identify the most important 1-3 factors that can advance (a) our understanding of how biodiversity is changing, or (b) our ability to inform biodiversity management decisions. Provide a short explanation of how the factor will provide such advancement. Criteria • Factors must be related to NASA’s mission (e.g., uses satellite imagery) • Can be feasibly addressed by NASA over the next 5-10 years Potential topics: observations, models, sensors, products, policy, etc.
Structure of breakout discussion Three groups:Marine, Terrestrial Research, Terrestrial Applications Format • Breakouts • Initial brainstorming • Group discussion • Group decision • Preparation of slide for plenary • Plenary • Each group presents in < 5 min, followed by 5 min discussion • Overall discussion