Here are questions we received from the sli.do app during the meeting. We will link information from here as we gather it.
"Score" indicates how many additional votes a question or idea got after it was submitted. Questions are grouped by day.
| # | Text | Score | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | USGS actually needs a data management implementation team which covers all aspects of the data life cycle. Actual full time helpers vs volunteers. | 29 | Discussed at meeting - next step? In report? | 2017-05-16 14:47:04 |
| 2 | Comment. Need OEI support for enterprise implementations of open source. | 25 | Discuss how to move foward. In report? | 2017-05-16 14:50:09 |
| 3 | All of the talk about integrated science is great, but we aren't talking about the users . How do we engage with them and make sure we are meeting their needs? | 17 | We had an initial discussion group at the workshop. Is there interest in pursuing this further? | 2017-05-16 14:23:21 |
| 4 | The community of practice is very committed, but we need policy to drive these principles to the majority USGS staff who are not at this meeting. | 17 | Thoughts on this? Will have report, will make plan for outreach that is easier to digest. Communication plan input. Who is interested to help? | 2017-05-16 14:48:07 |
| 5 | Comment on communication strategies: more frequent, short, digestible communications may be lots better than a big comprehensive annual report. | 14 | Communication plan - suggestions? Put out for comment. | 2017-05-16 14:30:03 |
| 6 | The DOI network is a major limiting factor for sharing Big Datasets. When can we get download speeds that are comparable to the commercial world? | 13 | Make sure this is in the roadmap report. | 2017-05-16 15:00:00 |
| 7 | "Facilitating science is important" not only at a bureau level but at an agency and inter-agency one. How can that coordination happen at upper levels of govt? | 12 | Asked at the meeting? (find response) | 2017-05-16 09:38:55 |
| 8 | Training opportunities like the old gis workshops are needed. These are as important for networking as they are for technical training. | 12 | What trainings are desired? | 2017-05-16 14:39:42 |
| 9 | Are there discussions @ the HQ level about integrating the funding streams to facilitate integrated science? | 11 | Asked? | 2017-05-16 09:25:51 |
| 10 | About integrated science, how is the role of the researcher different from that of the typical CDI participants? | 9 | See breakdown of participants. Discuss "typical" and how to move forward usefully. | 2017-05-16 14:29:31 |
| 11 | More on Comment on communication strategies: being in the news every week is better than once a year. | 9 | 2017-05-16 14:31:15 | |
| 12 | Can you share the pool results of who is here on the screen? There seems to be very few people attending that actually generate data and conduct research. | 9 | Who generates data and conducts research? | 2017-05-16 14:37:32 |
| 13 | Comment . Expand role of CDI to provide on site support with regards to overall data management. Many sites lack this expertise. A swat team for DM | 8 | What are some of the resources available, what else is needed? | 2017-05-16 14:38:43 |
| 14 | How does the USGS de-politicize its science? | 7 | 2017-05-16 09:25:26 | |
| 15 | What can CDI do to be prepared for the next generation of scientists? | 7 | A question to ponder. | 2017-05-16 14:46:56 |
| 16 | When working with other agencies to build partnerships, suggestions to get them on board w/ data review & releases when they aren't held to a similar standards? | 6 | A question to discuss. | 2017-05-16 11:08:34 |
| 17 | Ask the queation.. how many science centers actually have data management expertise vs those who do not. | 6 | Link to survey results: Preliminary results of the Data Management Survey for Centers, presented at the 20170601 ScienceBase Data Release Network call. | 2017-05-16 14:49:10 |
| 18 | We also aren't talking about the human resources dimension. What can be done to reduce barriers to effective hiring? As the agency ages / retires this matters. | 6 | Recommendation beyond CDI, CDI could include in report | 2017-05-16 14:54:58 |
| 19 | Probably don't need another mission area for integrated science, but expand CDI to include more interdisciplinary full time staff from other mission areas. | 5 | Interesting, what are some goals of the staff. | 2017-05-16 09:51:20 |
| 20 | The users are the American public; they need tick and mosquito forecasts, heads-up warnings of flooded roads, maps with probability of fire and landslides, etc. | 5 | 2017-05-16 14:38:19 | |
| 21 | USGS does a lot of integrated science now - across programs, disciplines, agencies. But it tends to be project/problem driven. What's the next big problem? | 5 | A question to ponder. COSSA workshop on grand challenges tries to get at these. Bureau Guidance FY18 also a place to look. | 2017-05-16 14:41:40 |
| 22 | We need to develop an efficient way to poll our users of product to see how well our products meet their needs. | 5 | Related to User Needs suggestion. | 2017-05-16 14:44:37 |
| 23 | Data management as a service approach. | 5 | Related to #... | 2017-05-16 14:54:30 |
| 24 | The Roadmap is missing the communications and delivery signpost (which is on the triangle and also the Support Framework). | 4 | Roadmap suggestion. | 2017-05-16 14:39:53 |
| 25 | Rolling out new methodology, systems and best practices need an implementation strategy and team, not just stove pipe implementations. | 4 | Suggestion | 2017-05-16 14:52:09 |
| 26 | The roadmap needs governance so we can better to connect all components of the roadmap to ensure going down same "road". | 4 | Roadmap suggestion. | 2017-05-16 14:53:32 |
| 27 | Powell Groups have become hard to get! Can you develop a streamlined model to increase opportunity. | 3 | 2017-05-16 09:21:34 | |
| 28 | Integrating our science across some of our 'corporate assets' could possibly be improved by designing studies and analysis using shared units/IDs and methods. | 3 | Using standards topic. | 2017-05-16 10:20:18 |
| 29 | What is the role of FGDC in facilitating data integration across agencies? | 3 | Should pass on this question. | 2017-05-16 11:45:16 |
| 30 | Are these USGS talks approved for public release? If not, could CDI summarize social media & ethics policies for people live tweeting internal USGS discussions? | 3 | DOI social media policy: https://www.doi.gov/employees/dmguide/website-and-social-media-basics#linking | 2017-05-16 11:46:17 |
| 31 | In light of these discussions on integrated science, could we have a breakout session on this topic? | 3 | 2017-05-16 14:43:42 | |
| 32 | We talked about users as the high level users, but we can't forget the scientists who are sharing information to create these products. | 3 | User topic comment | 2017-05-16 14:50:39 |
| 33 | How is earthmap different than digital earth? | 2 | Define these for people. | 2017-05-16 09:19:51 |
| 34 | Would you comment on the concept of research to operations; is there a good balance there? | 2 | Research to operations topic | 2017-05-16 09:25:34 |
| 35 | USGS is in a unique position for EarthMAP with decades of legacy data? Should preservation priorities/funding come from Missions or projects or both? | 2 | 2017-05-16 09:34:40 | |
| 36 | Thanks for making me think about applying the 10 principles of Burning Man to the USGS community. Radical inclusion, radical self-expression, communal effort.. | 2 | 2017-05-16 10:02:48 | |
| 37 | Why are usgs.gov email addresses prohibited access to GSA/DAP google analytics? | 2 | Question to ask. | 2017-05-16 11:47:23 |
| 38 | So these 4 are the big topics on the roadmap but where do the drivers on the road come in? | 2 | Are the drivers the users or the implementers? | 2017-05-16 14:39:15 |
| 39 | One challenge integrated science faces is how it works with the USGS RGE evaluation process. Thoughts on how to address that? | 1 | RGE subject | 2017-05-16 09:28:56 |
| 41 | Once information is created and stored in a trusted data repository, have you put thought into how that information will be shared decision makers? | 1 | Delivery | 2017-05-16 11:41:19 |
| 42 | Online folks are interested in answers from other sessions (e.g., Breakfast w Bill). How will these be shared? | 1 | 2017-05-16 11:46:32 | |
| 43 | How do we integrate partner funded data into USGS? Also, The current mission areas do not capture our partner's scientific needs. | 1 | Partner funded data integration. Any success stories to share? | 2017-05-16 11:47:56 |
| 44 | Yes. And who are the users? | 1 | 2017-05-16 14:34:02 | |
| 45 | How do we make our integrated science digestible for the public AND sparkly shiny to showcase ourselves... | 1 | Communication training? Visualization training... | 2017-05-16 14:49:10 |
| 46 | NHDPlus High Res BOF tonight at Chads on Union. | 1 | Approved | 2017-05-16 14:55:27 |
| 47 | The "sparkly shiny" is how do we better connect to the core values of our target audience and do it. | 1 | 2017-05-16 14:56:45 | |
| 48 | Agree with Fran - Librarians are vital (and often underappreciated) | 1 | 2017-05-16 15:01:23 | |
| 49 | The Rockies are on the road this week. | 0 | Deleted | 2017-05-16 08:41:30 |
| 50 | The 1st question re funding was more focused on the field level funding models. | 0 | 2017-05-16 09:25:38 | |
| 51 | Breaking down water funds primarily go to WSC, ecosystems funds go to primarily biology centers, etc. | 0 | 2017-05-16 09:25:58 | |
| 52 | Earth map vs earth cube? | 0 | worth a discussion, make a post/slide to start | 2017-05-16 09:26:05 |
| 53 | How about WaterCycleMAP? | 0 | 2017-05-16 09:31:50 | |
| 54 | Do esip collectives have to go through the Paperwork Reduction Act approval process? | 0 | Will check, but no. | 2017-05-16 09:48:06 |
| 55 | Is the "cluster" the idea, the people, or both? | 0 | asked. find answer and post. | 2017-05-16 09:59:10 |
| 56 | How do you balance the tools with the IT compliance (especially security) rules and policies? | 0 | Could be a future discussion of the challenges/solutions. | 2017-05-16 11:01:58 |
| 57 | I took the poll - no option for data resource manager- does not manage any specific data but is responsible for how data is managed consistently overall | 0 | Poll was modified for post-workshop survey, can show that result. | 2017-05-16 13:20:25 |
| 58 | Is this meeting just for USGS employees? Mr. Gallagher is speaking as if just to them. | 0 | asked. find answer and post. | 2017-05-16 13:58:15 |
| 60 | Many users work from home on the VPN now. However, that network is very slow. Can anything be done to speed it up? | 4 | Could list as a gap/hurdle in our current capabilities in report. | 2017-05-17 08:54:00 |
| 61 | Has there been any discussion of creating a multi-beam community? So many centers have them, it seems like a valuable resource for the USGS to stand up. | 4 | Find if there are interested parties, ask JC for names. | 2017-05-17 09:41:57 |
| 62 | Lidar question: Do you have anything in the works to integrate/work with programs like opentopography who also hold lidar data and tools? | 3 | asked. find answer and post. | 2017-05-17 09:13:17 |
| 63 | What is an API? | 2 | asked. find answer and post. | 2017-05-17 08:41:00 |
| 64 | Has USGS ever thought about creating a Chief Data Officer position? | 2 | Possibly find other Chief Data Officers to give short presentations on what they do, why it is important. | 2017-05-17 09:57:28 |
| 65 | What's the resolution of topo-bathy data? What's the smallest HUC size could one expect to rely on? Can this be ground truthed w/ gage elevations? | 1 | 2017-05-17 09:15:22 | |
| 66 | I hear complaints from partners about the NHD & WBD accuracy in urban and agricultural (heavily drainage ditched) areas. Will these be improved in HD version? | 1 | ask this. | 2017-05-17 09:32:29 |
| 67 | Stovepipe data not programs; workflows then interact where needed | 1 | 2017-05-17 09:52:48 | |
| 68 | Do you use geoplatform.gov? | 0 | 2017-05-17 09:10:32 | |
| 69 | Is flood inundation from FIM workgroup? | 0 | 2017-05-17 09:15:47 | |
| 71 | I've heard it called "build an organ-pipe of stove pipes" | 0 | 2017-05-17 09:53:37 | |
| 72 | Interested in Screens for Science, who do I talk to? | 0 | Talk to Rex Sanders, rsanders@usgs.gov | 2017-05-17 09:56:37 |
| 73 | Possible action: Data about USGS employees---Crowdsource an inventory of our skillsets and active projects. Would help us collaborate and plan. | 25 | CDI Member stories, how-to set up staff page, what features are missing? What fills the gap? LinkedIn, etc. ORCIDs? | 2017-05-18 15:45:54 |
| 74 | Create a DMP format and content structure where content from the DMP cam be used to populate Meta data record | 22 | Can Sky's group present on this? Other? (also, Australia example) | 2017-05-18 15:37:18 |
| 75 | the new data policies require facilities and capacities science centers don't have. Will there be USGS support for central data facilities? | 20 | asked. find answer and post. | 2017-05-18 11:05:16 |
| 76 | Jupyter or R-Markdown notebooks showing interoperability: accessing, analyzing and visualizing data from two or more web services from different disciplines. | 18 | In the roadmap | 2017-05-18 15:37:51 |
| 77 | A data management strategy development and DMP implementation team that evaluates use cases and designs an enterprise documentation management system. | 17 | 2017-05-18 15:43:08 | |
| 78 | Our scientists are doing important work to make their data documented and accessible. Can they be given credit in the RGE process? | 16 | RGE subject | 2017-05-18 11:31:36 |
| 79 | How about a break from the Esri bashing? Not productive! | 13 | Let's hear all sides, including ESRI! Bashing not encouraged. | 2017-05-18 15:38:20 |
| 80 | Pilot project: landslide risk forecasting from 3dep and water data | 13 | Point of contact for this? | 2017-05-18 15:40:47 |
| 81 | We've talked about integrating IT with science, how can we expand our relationships between IT and science to move from IT just supplying a service? | 12 | Start conversation? | 2017-05-18 11:09:23 |
| 82 | To add on question... How do data releases get counted especially in RGE in addition to working across disciplines | 9 | RGE subject | 2017-05-18 11:23:58 |
| 83 | What if CDI set aside 10K per year and evaluated data release per fiscal year and selected the 3 with the most ideal/best complete data package for an award | 7 | Discussion about RFP. pros and cons. | 2017-05-18 14:53:51 |
| 84 | pilot ESIP model for idea sharing & virtual collaboration within USGS | 7 | Review ESIP model. How could CDI use aspects of ESIP model? | 2017-05-18 15:49:33 |
| 85 | Is professional liability insurance a good idea? Does USGS support the purchase of it? | 6 | 2017-05-18 11:15:53 | |
| 86 | What are the best tools for collaborating within and outside of USGS, to share data and documents across the project team so all have access to same portal? | 6 | Scientist's Challenge. Pointers to other past discussions welcome. | 2017-05-18 11:48:42 |
| 87 | A group to evaluate common open source software packages and works with OEI to integrate the most valued packages into our supported software suite. | 6 | 2017-05-18 15:51:29 | |
| 88 | CDI develop a catalog of data dictionaries that could be reused. | 6 | 2017-05-18 15:59:49 | |
| 89 | Flexible data collection and sample tracking platform utilizing tablets with bar codes and following throughout sample lifecycle of analyses thru publication. | 5 | Samples work - projects and possibilities. Interest? Future presentation? Had some past CDI presentations on this. | 2017-05-18 15:53:20 |
| 90 | USGS produces "data" and information/science. Some centers have really lost capacity in one or the other. Do you see the balance changing over 5-10 yrs? | 4 | Ask this in the future | 2017-05-18 11:19:19 |
| 91 | Heavier investing of prioritizing digitizing, delivery, and preservation of legacy data. | 4 | 2017-05-18 15:55:39 | |
| 92 | Pilot project suggestion: seed funding for grand challenge (pre-proposals) teams -include 3+ mission areas scientists, 3+ technologists, knowledge sharing plan | 4 | 2017-05-18 15:59:07 | |
| 93 | One of the main aspects of data integration is understanding the data. That is done through a data dictionary. Automate the dictionary creation process. | 3 | 2017-05-18 11:55:42 | |
| 94 | Mine spill location and prevention utilizing historic locations, qw samping, biota, geochem, and topo indices (toe slope and upgradient pressure= spills). | 3 | Point of contact for this? | 2017-05-18 15:51:02 |
| 95 | Developing data schemas/standards, possible first steps: (1) inventory USGS datasets and prioritize best candidates (2) earn scientist participation and buy-in | 3 | Standards | 2017-05-18 15:55:59 |
| 96 | Analyze a current integrated science project for where challenges presented themselves and improve on those first. | 3 | 2017-05-18 16:01:32 | |
| 97 | Build out monitoringresources.org to handle by new science themes, natural resources, stewardship, prevention of human loss | 3 | 2017-05-18 16:05:18 | |
| 98 | Suggested poll (word cloud): second arrow label to be on integration triangle diagram? | 2 | Suggested poll | 2017-05-18 14:57:10 |
| 99 | The interest distribution among computing resources vs data infrastructure is weighted towards data. Does the funding distribution mimic this distribution? | 1 | Results show our population at the CDI workshop. Deserves more discussion of where are the needs. | 2017-05-18 14:33:30 |
| 101 | USGS Python and GIS listservs were mentioned during the plenary session yesterday - is anyone in the comments able to give me assistance in accessing these? | 0 | Listservs- Python: GS_Help_Python@usgs.gov GIS: gs_gis_talk@usgs.gov | 2017-05-18 11:54:40 |
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