Introduction

As climate change accelerates, the demand for accurate, high-quality marine data is more critical than ever. The Black Sea, a region particularly vulnerable to environmental shifts, requires harmonised data collection, curation, and dissemination following international standards. Ensuring access to reliable data enables scientists, policymakers, and environmental managers to develop informed strategies for mitigating and adapting to climate impacts. The DOORS project, in collaboration with leading European Marine Research Infrastructures and the European Global Ocean Observing System (EuroGOOS), is addressing this need by promoting best practices in marine data curation for the Black Sea.

This webinar and training will introduce participants to international data standards and the DOORS data harmonisation manual, followed by hands-on sessions on curating data related to GOOS Essential Ocean Variables. Participants will hear from European Marine Research Infrastructures and international experts about tools and approaches to enhance data quality, accessibility, and interoperability, while aligning with FAIR principles. This event is designed for Black Sea scientists and data managers, as well as all those interested in international marine data management.