Biological Collections: Ensuring Critical Research and Education for the 21st Century
2020

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Biological collections are a critical part of the nation's science and innovation infrastructure and a fundamental resource for understanding the natural world. Biological collections underpin basic science discoveries as well as deepen our understanding of many challenges such as global change, biodiversity loss, sustainable food production, ecosystem conservation, and improving human health and security. They are important resources for education, both in formal training for the science and technology workforce, and in informal learning through schools, citizen science programs, and adult learning. However, the sustainability of biological collections is under threat. Without enhanced strategic leadership and investments in their infrastructure and growth many biological collections could be lost.

Biological Collections: Ensuring Critical Research and Education for the 21st Century recommends approaches for biological collections to develop long-term financial sustainability, advance digitization, recruit and support a diverse workforce, and upgrade and maintain a robust physical infrastructure in order to continue serving science and society. The aim of the report is to stimulate a national discussion regarding the goals and strategies needed to ensure that U.S. biological collections not only thrive but continue to grow throughout the 21st century and beyond.

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244 pages · 7 x 10 · paperback
ISBN Paperback: 0-309-49853-8
ISBN Ebook: 0-309-49854-6
DOI: https://doi.org/10.17226/25592

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National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2020. Biological Collections: Ensuring Critical Research and Education for the 21st Century. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

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Front Matter i-xiv
Summary 1-16
1 The Repository of Life 17-44
2 Advancing Discovery, Inspiring Innovation, and Informing Societal Challenges 45-70
3 Contributing to Science Education and Lifelong Learning 71-84
4 Building and Maintaining a Robust Infrastructure 85-112
5 Generating, Integrating, and Accessing Digital Data 113-140
6 Cultivating a Highly Skilled Workforce 141-160
7 Securing Financial Sustainability 161-178
8 Taking Collaborative Action 179-186
References 187-210
Appendix A: Statement of Task 211-212
Appendix B: Public Meeting Agendas 213-218
Appendix C: Webinars 219-220
Appendix D: Biographical Sketches of CommitteeMembers and Staff 221-230

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Biological Collections: Ensuring Critical Research and Education for the 21st Century (2020)

Chapter: Appendix A: Statement of Task

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Chapter: Appendix A: Statement of Task