1. What would we like to see in 10 years, in cyberinfrastructure (e.g., hardware, software, data) for biodiversity research? 2. Given that goal, what pathway can we map in 3 years, 5 years and 7 years? Panel discussion: reporters lead charge in resolving differences among groups Given the vision that you articulated yesterday, and taking into account the discussion at the end of the day, describe a set of milestones and barriers at 3, 5, and 7 years that will lead to or inhibit fulfillment of your vision. - what are the obstacles? Why are we not there yet? 3. Focusing on the 3-year horizon, what specific resources and initiatives are required? 3a. Design an abstract architecture that enumerates the functional components and provides a basis for interoperability across key functional areas needed for a DoB cyberinfrastructure focused on the 3 year milestones. Leads: 4. Given these requirements, what is the best way of acquiring these resources? -- have some groups focus on challenges/impediments Final plenary - what are the key issues that need to be presented in the report? Issues --------- 1. Assumption that everyone knows NSF programs and structure. Any opportunities for leveraging / working with other programs (within NSF)? 2. NSF model conflicts between research and infrastructure