# NOAA VES-V — Virtual Ecosystem Scen. Viewer

> Visualizes marine ecosystem modeling outputs for resource management decisions. (iPhone/iPad app by Graphic Designs by Dave, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noaa-ves-v/id1031121440 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Graphic Designs by Dave, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1086254968)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 262 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noaa-ves-v/id1031121440/reviews.md

## What is NOAA VES?

Virtual Ecosystem Scenario Viewer (VES-V) – Software for Visualizing the Results of Ecosystem Modeling Outputs

Successfully managing and recovering marine species requires us to understand the entire ecosystem and the suite of impacts on their survival. NOAA Fisheries is using sophisticated ecosystem modeling tools, coupled with input from stakeholders, to explore the tradeoffs inherent in natural resource management decisions. The models incorporate classic population biology and a range of climate, environmental, ecological and human impacts to the ocean. These models provide essential data for making well informed decisions. The complexity that makes these models so robust limits the ability of most audiences to understand and use the information provided. This new tool aims to show the results of those dynamics in an easy-to-view manner.

The Virtual Ecosystem Scenario Viewer (VES-V) illustrates the responses of virtual marine ecosystems to a range of living marine resource management scenarios. Visualizations help audiences see the application of models in the work of managing marine resources. This tool further helps audiences explore tradeoffs among scenarios in future living marine resource management decisions for our nation’s large marine ecosystems. The main purpose of this tool is to demonstrate how we can better present and visualize marine ecosystems, their marine resources, and their collective responses to a range of pressures.

Although the results provided here have been published and reviewed, they are not intended for tactical management decision-making. Rather, these results are intended to describe in general terms what might happen to an entire system of species across a range of different options, conditions, and scenarios.

As we continue to develop this tool, we solicit your input. For example, if you have ideas on how to make VES-V better, what scenarios we should run, or feedback on how we can better present the dynamics of living marine resources in our shared ecosystems, please let us know. Please direct any comments to: jason.link@noaa.gov.

## Key features

- Visualize ecosystem modeling results
- Explore management scenarios
- Understand impacts on marine species
- View tradeoffs in resource management
- Interactive scenario exploration

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noaa-ves-v/id1031121440/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Not bad

*2020-10-16, version 1.18*

I like this game it’s not that bad and I think the developer did a great job!

### 5/5 — Great!

*2020-08-30, version 1.18*

LOVE IT!

## Frequently asked questions about NOAA VES

### What is NOAA VES-V used for?

NOAA VES-V is a software tool designed to visualize the results of complex marine ecosystem modeling outputs. It helps users understand the impacts of various management scenarios on marine species and their environment.

### Is NOAA VES-V suitable for tactical management decisions?

No, the results provided by NOAA VES-V are intended for general understanding of potential system-wide responses to different options and scenarios, not for specific tactical management decisions.

### What kind of data does NOAA VES-V visualize?

It visualizes the responses of virtual marine ecosystems to a range of living marine resource management scenarios. These models incorporate population biology, climate, environmental, ecological, and human impacts.

### What devices does NOAA VES-V support?

Currently, NOAA VES-V is supported on iPad devices. Compatibility with other platforms may be considered in future updates.

### How often is NOAA VES-V updated?

The latest version of NOAA VES-V is 1.44, which was last updated on January 16, 2022. Future updates will depend on ongoing development and user feedback.

### Can users provide feedback on NOAA VES-V?

Yes, the developers actively solicit input for improving NOAA VES-V. Users can share ideas on enhancements, desired scenarios, or feedback on presenting marine resource dynamics by contacting jason.link@noaa.gov.

### What is the age rating for NOAA VES-V?

NOAA VES-V has an age rating of 4+, making it accessible for a wide range of users interested in learning about marine ecosystems.

### Does NOAA VES-V have ads?

The provided data does not indicate the presence of advertisements within NOAA VES-V. It is offered as a free tool.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.44 — 2022-01-16

New Region: Pacific Islands
New Feature: Food Webs
Bug fixes and additional improvements

### 1.18 — 2015-09-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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