International Society of Phylogenetic Nomenclature (ISPN)

The International Society of Phylogenetic Nomenclature (ISPN) is an organization that develops and promotes a scientific way of naming and classifying living things based on their evolutionary relationships. Instead of using traditional names that may not reflect how species are related, the ISPN advocates for a system called Phylogenetic Nomenclature, which names groups according to their common ancestors and evolutionary history. This approach helps scientists communicate more accurately about how different organisms are connected in the tree of life, making classifications consistent with the latest genetic and evolutionary evidence.