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The key to bringing DNA collections to the next level

dc.contributor.authorVeltjen, E.
dc.contributor.authorAsselman, P.
dc.contributor.authorBaert, W.
dc.contributor.authorBaeyen, S.
dc.contributor.authorBeirinckx, L.
dc.contributor.authorBreyne, L.
dc.contributor.authorBrosens, D.
dc.contributor.authorClaerhout, T.
dc.contributor.authorCogneau, S.
dc.contributor.authorCox, K.
dc.contributor.authorCuypers, L.
dc.contributor.authorDelgat, L.
dc.contributor.authorDesmeth, P.
dc.contributor.authorde Raad, J.
dc.contributor.authorEsselens, L.
dc.contributor.authorEves Down, M-R.
dc.contributor.authorHelsen, P.
dc.contributor.authorLeliaert, F.
dc.contributor.authorMeganck, K.
dc.contributor.authorPereboom, Z.
dc.contributor.authorSmitz, N.
dc.contributor.authorSonet, G.
dc.contributor.authorTrekels, M.
dc.contributor.authorVanden Broeck, A.
dc.contributor.authorVan Driessche, C.
dc.contributor.authorDe Wever , A.
dc.coverage.spatialEurope
dc.coverage.spatialBelgium
dc.date2024
dc.date.accessioned2025-03-05T14:24:25Z
dc.date.available2025-03-05T14:24:25Z
dc.identifier.urihttps://orfeo.belnet.be/handle/internal/13765
dc.descriptionDNA collections are a valuable type of Natural Science collection, enabling the validation of past research, serving as a source for new genomic studies and supporting ex situ conservation. The DiSSCo Flanders DNA collection working group, aiming to advance and "unlock" their DNA collections, identified the need for: 1) actively sharing best practices regarding the management of DNA collections; and 2) providing guidance on how to bring theory into practice. By combining best practice examples from within the working group with available literature and brainstorming ideas, the working group co-created two outputs, referred to as: the "Challenges" and the "Key". The Challenges are a list of obstacles to DNA collection management, which shape the structure of the linked Key and can also be used to spark discussion amongst stakeholders. The Key is a tool that guides users through the maturation process of their DNA collection in a standardised way. It stimulates holistic growth, breaks down the needed work into manageable steps and helps to decide priorities during the process. Furthermore, the Key facilitates communication with both internal stakeholders and external DNA collection managers. The Key distinguishes itself from other self-assessment tools in several ways: it includes (re)investigation of the collection s purpose and context; it is specialised for DNA collections; it delivers concrete goals linked to relevant information and shared experience; and it is inclusive, targeting all Natural Science DNA collections, regardless of their context or size.
dc.languageeng
dc.titleThe key to bringing DNA collections to the next level
dc.typeArticle
dc.subject.frascatiBiological sciences
dc.audienceScientific
dc.subject.freeInvertebrates
dc.source.titleResearch Ideas and Outcomes
dc.source.volume10
dc.source.pagee135978
Orfeo.peerreviewedYes
dc.identifier.doihttps://doi.org/10.3897/rio.10.e135978
dc.identifier.rmca6847


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