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| Paper: |
The Future of Astronomical Archives: Reaching Out to and Engaging Broader Communities |
| Volume: |
527, Astronomical Data Analysis Software and Systems XXIX |
| Page: |
375 |
| Authors: |
D'Abrusco, R.; Becker, G.; McCollough, M.; Thong, S.; VanStone, D.; Winkelman, S. |
| Abstract: |
The importance of archival science increases significantly for astrophysical observatories as they mature
and their archive holdings grow in size and complexity. Further enhancing the science return of archival
data requires engaging a larger audience than the mission reference community, mostly because of the growth
of interest in multi-wavelength and transient/time variability research. Such a goal, though, can be
difficult to achieve. In this paper I will describe a different approach to this question that,
while minimizing technological
friction and leveraging existing services, makes archival observations more accessible
and increases our capability to proactively engage astronomers on potentially interesting archival
records. Inspired by this strategy, the Chandra Data Archive team is working on two specific experimental
projects that will hopefully demonstrate their potential while contributing
to the maximization of the scientific return of the Chandra mission. |
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