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Dataset for advancing ecoforecasting through community-developed vocabulary


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Created: Jan 29, 2026 at 5:32 p.m. (UTC)
Last updated: May 28, 2026 at 3:29 p.m. (UTC) (Metadata update)
Published date: May 28, 2026 at 3:29 p.m. (UTC)
DOI: 10.4211/hs.72d005cac62045bd96a36fb34a1a5cab
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Abstract

Unprecedented environmental changes challenge our understanding of the natural world, yet critical environmental decisions are made every day. Ecological forecasting provides a mechanism to inform science-based decision making amidst accelerating environmental uncertainties by using foundational forecasting principles to anticipate ecological unknowns. However, as an emerging and interdisciplinary field, ecological forecasting lacks unified terminology, limiting cohesion and hindering communication across other forecasting sub-disciplines. Here, we examined current use of common forecasting terms using a survey of forecasting professionals (n=109), and syntheses of literature trends (Scopus; 1970-2025) and internet search queries (Google Trends; 2004-2024). Results informed development of standardized definitions for “forecast”, “prediction”, and “projection” and illuminate a disconnect between the goal of aiding decision making and the inclusion of decision science in the forecasting process. This work promotes participation and growth in ecological forecasting, helping ecological forecasters meet priority end goals by facilitating communication across forecasting disciplines and within forecasting processes.

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WGS 84 EPSG:4326
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71.2479°
East Longitude
-62.2266°
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21.7901°
West Longitude
-174.0234°

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Name Organization Address Phone Author Identifiers
Mostafa Javadian Northern Arizona University
Cara A. Gallagher University of Potsdam
Abigail S. L. Lewis Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
Courtney L. Schreiner The University of Tennessee
Beth M.Tuschhoff The Pennsylvania State University
Alyssa M. Willson University of Notre Dame
Jason S. MacLachlan University of Notre Dame
Michael Dietze Boston University
Jody A. Peters University of Notre Dame
Laura Super University of British Columbia

How to Cite

Sjodin, A., G. L. Stokes (2026). Dataset for advancing ecoforecasting through community-developed vocabulary, HydroShare, https://doi.org/10.4211/hs.72d005cac62045bd96a36fb34a1a5cab

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