Archive | June, 2017

Association of Research Libraries

Association of Research Libraries The Association of Research Libraries (ARL) is a nonprofit organization of 123 research libraries at comprehensive, research institutions in the US and Canada that share similar research missions, aspirations, and achievements. The Association’s importance and distinction are born from the ARL membership and the nature of the institutions represented. ARL member […]

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Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Association of Zoos and Aquariums AZA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. AZA represents more than 200 institutions which meet the highest standards in animal care, provide a fun and educational family experience, and dedicate millions of dollars to […]

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Center for Plant Conservation

Center for Plant Conservation The Center for Plant Conservation (CPC) is dedicated solely to preventing the extinction of U.S. native plants. The Center was one of the first organizations created to meet this need. The Center is a network of more than 40 leading botanic institutions. Founded in 1984, the Center operates the only coordinated […]

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Conservation Breeding Specialist Group

Conservation Breeding Specialist Group CPSG’s mission is to save threatened species by increasing the effectiveness of conservation efforts worldwide. For over 30 years, we’ve accomplished this by using scientifically sound, collaborative processes that bring together people with diverse perspectives and knowledge to catalyze positive conservation change. We provide species conservation planning expertise to governments, Specialist […]

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Council on Library and Information Resources

Council on Library and Information Resources CLIR is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning.

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International Association for Aquatic Animal Medicine

International Association for Aquatic Animal Medicine The IAAAM is an organization of individuals who are professionally interested in and devote a significant amount of time to the practice of aquatic animal medicine, teaching and research in aquatic animal medicine, or the husbandry and management of aquatic animals.

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Disaster Recovery: Salvaging Art on Paper (CCAHA)

Disaster Recovery: Salvaging Art on Paper Source: Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) This technical bulletin describes how to plan an efficient recovery from disasters affecting works of art on paper. The discussion includes preparing for a disaster; assessing damage and setting salvage priorities; advantages and disadvantages of various recovery options; and additional […]

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