DNA Bank Network
The DNA Bank Network was established in spring 2007 and is currently funded by the
German
Science Foundation (DFG). The
network was initiated by
GBIF
Germany (Global Biodiversity Information Facility) and offers a worldwide unique
concept. DNA bank databases of all partners are linked and are
accessible via a central Web portal, providing DNA samples of
complementary collections (microorganisms, protists, plants, algae,
fungi and animals).The network is maintained by four partner
institutions of complement collections and expertise:
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Bavarian State Collection of Zoology, Munich (ZSM)
- Botanic
Garden and Botanical Museum Berlin-Dahlem (BGBM)
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German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures, Braunschweig (DSMZ)
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Zoologisches Forschungsmuseum Alexander Koenig, Bonn (ZFMK)
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Purpose
The main focus of the network is to enhance taxonomic, systematic,
genetic, conservation and evolutionary studies by providing:
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at-cost availability of DNA material, |
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high quality, long-term storage of DNA material on which molecular
studies have been performed, so that results can be verified, extended,
and complemented, |
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complete on-line documentation of each sample, including the provenance
of the original material, the place of voucher deposit, information
about DNA quality and extraction methodology, digital images of vouchers
and links to published molecular data if available.
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Funded by the DFG
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Initiated by GBIF Germany
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