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Network Activities E : developing storage and retrieval systems for new types of collections |
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Aims NA E will develop storage facilities and develop retrieval systems for new types of collections, e.g. tissue banks and DNA samples. The aim is to make collections directly accessible and relevant not only for research in the institutions that own them, but for the scientific user community as a whole. Pending negotiations, links will be made with recognised collections of voucher specimens, in order to maintain their integrity and long-term integrity. NA E will establish appropriate standards fro collection, curation, preservation and databasing new types of taxonomic specimens and associated genetic products. Objectives • Define types of new collections • Improve data standards for new collections • Improve storage methods for and usage of new collections • Form links to existing repositories of new collections Progress An initial meeting was held to discuss the current standing of new collection types, and to adapt the work plan as needed. Work starts in Mid 2005. Deliverables There are no deliverables at this time Minutes
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