Open Data Portal Prototype for the Conservation of Biodiversity of the 'Universidad Nacional de Loja'

This article describes the possibilities of research and development that exist in the 'Universidad Nacional de Loja' (UNL) in the field of biodiversity through the use and exploitation of information and communication technology (ICT) resources. First, the existing methodologies, processes, and initiatives for the publication of open data was explored. Subsequently, a brief description of the biodiversity conservation centers maintained by the UNL was made, highlighting the IT initiatives that have been carried out. Finally, the results of the proposal include the methodology for the release of open data and the creation of the prototype of the biodiversity open data portal of the UNL.