strategy
Accessing biological collections
Synonyms:
Improving capabilities for exchange of information on biological resourcesMediating access to collections of biological materials
Improving communication among biological collection institutions
Implementation:
This strategy features in the framework of Agenda 21 as formulated at UNCED (Rio de Janeiro, 1992), now coordinated by the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development and implemented through national and local authorities.Agenda 21 recommends considering establishing or strengthening national or international capabilities and networks for exchange of data and information of relevance to conservation of biological diversity and sustainable use of biological and genetic resources.
Broader:
AccessingAccessing informationCollecting informationExchanging informationInforming about biodiversity issuesEnabling access to primary sources of information Narrower:
Providing access to genetic resources Facilitated by:
Holding living collectionsMaintaining biological collections Subjects:
Fundamental Sciences → MaterialResources → Resources
Biosciences → Biology
Information → Information
Information → Collections
Communication → Communication
Communication → Exchanges
Law → Arbitration
Development → Reform
Type Classification:
E: Emanations of other strategies Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
