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From Linnaeus to Algorithms - How Technology and AI Revolutionized Taxonomy - cover

From Linnaeus to Algorithms - How Technology and AI Revolutionized Taxonomy

Christos Taklis

Publisher: BookRix

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How do we name and identify the millions of lifeforms that share our planet, and how has that process changed over time?This groundbreaking book explores the remarkable evolution of taxonomy, from the handwritten journals and specimen sketches of early naturalists to the advanced tools of the modern era. Travel through the eras of printed guides, digital platforms, and citizen science as we discover how technology has transformed the way we understand biodiversity.In clear and engaging language, From Linnaeus to Algorithms reveals• How species were identified a century ago using observation and detailed drawings• The influence of printed field guides and photography during the twentieth century• The impact of digital databases and online communities like FishBase and GBIF• The arrival of artificial intelligence and platforms such as iNaturalist and Pl@ntNet• The growing role of environmental DNA in detecting species across ecosystemsThis book is ideal for anyone interested in nature, science, or technology. Whether you are a biologist, educator, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about how we classify life on Earth, this is your essential guide to the past, present, and future of taxonomy.
Available since: 06/16/2025.

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