eibiologista

Eibiologista is a neologism used in some Portuguese-language contexts to refer to a professional who studies living systems through an information-centered approach. The term is not standardized, and its exact meaning varies by context; commonly it denotes a biologist who emphasizes data collection, management, and analysis, integrating informatics, statistics, and digital tools into biological research.

Origin and usage: The word appears in online glossaries, educational material, and science communication, but it is not an official professional title or degree in most countries. It is sometimes described as a portmanteau of ecology or environmental biology with information science or informatics, reflecting an emphasis on data-driven methods in biology.

Education and training: Eibiologists typically hold a degree in biology, ecology, or environmental science, with additional training in bioinformatics, statistics, programming, GIS, and data management. Advanced roles may require master’s or doctoral work in related areas, as well as experience with large ecological datasets and computational tools.

Work and applications: They work in research institutes, universities, government agencies, or industry, focusing on biodiversity informatics, ecological modeling, environmental monitoring, conservation planning, and evidence-based policy. Tasks may include developing databases, analyzing large biological datasets, creating predictive models, and building decision-support tools for conservation and resource management.

Status and reception: The term remains informal and contextual, complementing established fields such as bioinformatics, ecological informatics, conservation biology, and environmental science. As a concept, its definition continues to evolve with advances in data-driven biology and information science.