Australian International Geo-Sample Number (IGSN)

SymposiumCanberra, Australia

2 November 2016

IGSN Symposium Purpose• Learn about IGSN, its use and processes associated with

minting IGSNs

• Hear about application of IGSN within the international scientific community and who are the major stakeholders

• Discover how IGSN enables discovery and re-use of samples by linking samples to data and literature

• Exchange information on sample identification, description and discovery

• Discuss current sample management practices

• Discuss the potential use of IGSN outside of the geosciences

IGSN Symposium Expected Outcomes

• Build networks and identify areas for collaboration

• Identify best practices in sample management

• Identify best practices in recording and discovering sample information

• Build a roadmap for broader adoption and implementation of IGSN in Australia

• Define (additional) ways for minting IGSNs for samples in Australia

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