DCC Case Study: Wide Field Astronomy Unit (WFAU)

Abstract

Case study on the Wide Field Astronomy Unit (WFAU), Edinburgh. Outlines data curation issues with which WFAU is involved, with an emphasis on interoperability. Particular regard is given to the transfer and reuse of data collected from disparate sources. The case study also covers other factors influencing data curation, including methodological development, standards and legal issues, evaluation, and human factors. A technical appendix outlines the technologies used in the development of the WFAU systems.