2. IGSN Symposium Purpose
• Learn about IGSN, its use and processes associated with
minting IGSNs
• Hear about application of IGSN within the international
scientific community and who are the major stakeholders
• Discover how IGSN enables discovery and re-use of samples
by linking samples to data and literature
• Exchange information on sample identification, description
and discovery
• Discuss current sample management practices
• Discuss the potential use of IGSN outside of the geosciences
3. IGSN Symposium Expected Outcomes
• Build networks and identify areas for collaboration
• Identify best practices in sample management
• Identify best practices in recording and discovering sample
information
• Build a roadmap for broader adoption and implementation of
IGSN in Australia
• Define (additional) ways for minting IGSNs for samples in
Australia