Information system for planetary research data: a prototype development for multi-mission application

Abstract

In the planetary sciences, the amount of remote sensing data and derived research products has been continuously increasing over the last few decades. The amount and complexity of the data require growing sophistication in data analysis, data management and data provision targeted at a wider research community. Here we present a prototype for structured storage and visualization of planetary data based on technology originally developed for Earth-based applications. This includes a centralized system for storing scientific findings and data products in order to efficiently manage, cross-link and enhance visibility of data products, including interim findings and source code. The aim here is to facilitate transparent management and re-use of research data and scientific results for long-term access and sustainable research data management.