Encyclopedia of Life Blog

I am thrilled to see the progress being made by the EOL team and look forward to the first release of the website.  Technology has opened up entirely new opportunities for the advancement and popularization of natural science and environmental issues.  As the pressure of human civilization on the sustainability of the planet continues to build, we simply cannot do enough to inform and energize the world to recognize the incredible web of life we live within and imperatively require for our continued existence.  EOL offers a new vehicle to enable professional and citizen scientists alike to reach out to each other and the world at large.  From the appearance of its first shoots at the TED meeting in February the EOL will continue to grow and flourish as care and attention are showered upon it until it ultimately flowers and produces a truly sweet and nourishing fruit.  The Missouri Botanical Garden is proud to be a cornerstone partner of this important and ambitious endeavor and looks forward to working with the global plant community to contribute to and support the Encyclopedia of Life in the coming years.