National Oceanographic Data Centre of Cameroon

The National Oceanographic Data Centre (NODC) is a national institute in Cameroon responsible for compiling, analyzing, and monitoring data related to the country's waters. It is a member of the International Oceanographic Data and Information Exchange System (IODE).

History

The National Oceanographic Data Centre of Cameroon was established on 28 February 2001.

Aim

The centre focuses on:

• Improving oceanographic data and information management
• Data sharing among other African nations and national partner institutions
• Coordinating national institutions involving coastal and marine management

Structure and governance

The centre is under the management of the Institute of Agricultural Research for Development (IRAD) and is based in Kribi. It under CERECOMA, a specialized research centre which operates as a structure of IRAD which is under the Ministry of Scientific Research and Innovation (MINRESI). A National Project Management Committee composed of 10 members was established to coordinate project activities in Cameroon.

Activities

Among the beneficiaries of products and services the centre offers include:

• Port services
• Coastal engineering
• Fisheries services
• Tourism
• Coastal management services
• Scientific research
• University lecturers and students
• Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
• Civil society

References

External links

• International Oceanographic Data and Information Exchange (IODE) website