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The mission of the Illinois Natural History Survey (INHS) is to
investigate and document the biological resources of Illinois
and other areas, and to acquire and provide natural history
information that can be used to promote the common
understanding, conservation, and management of these resources.
The INHS will remain at the forefront of efforts to understand
the biological processes and components that shape the Illinois
environment. It also will serve as the primary source of
information on the state's biological resources. In support of
these functions, INHS will maintain scientifically rigorous
research programs in basic and applied ecology, systematics, and
biogeography that not only enhance traditional research
strengths but are also capable of addressing emerging issues
relevant to the conservation, management, and sustainable use of
biotic resources. INHS also will act as a stable, long-term
repository of biological collections and ecological data,
promote cross-disciplinary collaboration to address complex
ecological issues, incorporate new and more powerful analytical
methods, and disseminate information on the ecology and
biodiversity of Illinois to the scientific community, state
government, and the general public.
Website: "http://www.inhs.uiuc.edu/"
[Summary provided by the Illinois Natural History Survey]
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