1. Data Base & Documentation
Dr: Mohamed Helmy El Shal
mhelmyngb@yahoo.com
National Gene Bank and Genetic Resources
Utilization of Molecular Markers for PGRFA
Characterization and Pre-Breeding for Climate Changes Aug. 31st- Sept. 4th, 2014
2. Introduction to
documentation system
Data and information
The use of information for genebank
management
The need for a documentation system
Stages in construction of a documentation
system
Desirable features & guidelines for development
a genebank documentation system
3. Data and information
Data:
Quantitative or qualitative values derived
from observations.
Information:
The meaning that emerges when data are
recorded, classified, organized, or interpreted.
4. The use of information for
genebank management
Much of the information acquired and
generated by a genebank is of interest and of
value to the scientific community.
Not all information produced in genebank
activities is of interest to other scientists but
it is of vital important in genebank
management for:
o Setting priorities
o Planning activities
o Managing resources
5. The need for
a documentation system
A genebank needs a constant supply of
accurate, reliable and up to date information
to function efficiently.
Where can it get this information?
In practice, the genebank will rely on a
documentation system as a source of
information to assist in the genebank
activities.
6. Stages in construction of
a documentation system
Obtaining background information about the
genebank
Define documentation objectives
Analysis of genebank procedures
Identify meaningful sets of descriptors
Develop data formats and manual forms and/or
computer screen entry forms
Develop documentation procedures and
implement the new system
7. Desirable features & guidelines for development
a genebank documentation system
1. Ease of data input (registration).
2. Data validation during input operation.
3. Flexible data storage.
4. Availability of data for multiple analysis and use.
5. Exchange of information with other genebanks.
6. Basing the system and its terminology on genetic
and biological principles.
7. Simple and user-friendly.
8. Economical and adoptable to the organisational
environment.
9. Fast information and procedures retrieval.