Have you ever heard a specific term or phrase in a conversation and told yourself you’ll look it up later because you don’t want to sound silly asking for clarification? In the meantime, however, you’re still trying to puzzle out what exactly this term meant, only half paying attention to the rest of the conversation. In this quick episode, we’re taking it down to the very basics, and breaking down a term that you’ve likely heard before: Baseline Data. Baseline data is a fundamental concept that drives scientific research, and the understanding of our oceans and, really, the planet as a whole. Without baseline data, research and conservation efforts would become insignificant. How can you tell if something is out of the ordinary if there’s no baseline data? For the full show notes and links to topics discussed, please visit https://marinebio.life/baselinedataSupport the show (http://patreon.com/marinebiolife)