International Code of Botanical Nomenclature Source: International Association for Plant Taxonomy
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Conservation by Design: A framework for mission success
Conservation by Design: A framework for mission success Source: The Nature Conservancy The Nature Conservancy uses a collaborative, science-based conservation approach and a common set of analytical methods to identify the biodiversity that needs to be conserved, to decide where and how to conserve it and to measure our effectiveness. Together this conservation approach and […]
Saving Your Treasures: Metals
Saving Your Treasures: Metals Source: Nebraska NET Saving Your Treasure series
Saving Your Treasures: Firearms
Saving Your Treasures: Firearms Source: Nebraska NET Saving Your Treasure series
The Care and Preservation of Historical Silver
The Care and Preservation of Historical Silver Source: The Henry Ford Historical silver can be maintained for years of use and enjoyment provided that some basic care and attention is given to their preservation.
The Care and Preservation of Historical Iron
The Care and Preservation of Historical Iron Source: The Henry Ford Historical iron can be maintained for years of use and enjoyment provided that some basic care and attention is given to its preservation.
Conserve-O-Gram 11/2 Storage Concerns for Geological Collections
Conserve-O-Gram 11/2 Storage Concerns for Geological Collections Source: National Park Service (NPS) Geological collections can be damaged by various environmental factors. However, even if collection storage areas are not ideal, good storage systems can help to prevent damage from light, relative humidity, biological attack, and pollutants.
Conserve-O-Gram 11/6 Labeling Natural History Specimens
Conserve-O-Gram 11/6 Labeling Natural History Specimens Source: National Park Service (NPS) Most natural history specimens that your institution acquires will already have been accessioned, cataloged, and labeled. However, you will probably discover unlabeled specimens in your collection. Scientists and curators label specimens in various ways. It depends on the type of specimen and how it’s […]
Conserve-O-Gram 11/04 Storage Containers and Labels for Fluid-Preserved Collections
Conserve-O-Gram 11/04 Storage Containers and Labels for Fluid-Preserved Collections Source: National Park Service (NPS) Information for choosing containers, closures, tags, and labels for fluid-preserved speciment collections.