SPECIMENS
Collect specimens in coin envelopes (or other small paper containers),
labelled with the site name, collector's initials and a collection
number (e.g., Central Park XYZ10). Enter the specimen number
on that site's data sheet as well. Note that the site name combined
with initials and numbering provides a unique identifier for each
collection, linking it to its source site. Species identities
usually need to be verified in the lab (see Recognizing
Target Species). Verified target species will be filed in
standard lichen packets with labels using standard herbarium practices.
(If you are unfamiliar with this, contact a lichenologist). Archive
the specimens in the Oregon State University Herbarium (OSC) or
another institutional location.
DATA PROCESSING
Raw data tables, analyses, and final written products will be
stored on disc and on rag paper filed in the McCune lab. Contributors
can store and analyze their own data or contribute it to the the
central pool of data on these species. If you wish to do the latter,
send copies of your completed data sheets to:
Bruce McCune
Associate Professor
Oregon State University
Department of Botany & Plant Pathology
Cordley Hall 2082
Corvallis, OR 97331-2902 U.S.A.EMAIL: mccuneb@bcc.orst.edu
OFFICE PHONE: 541-737-1741
FAX: 541-737-3573
PUBLICATION
Results will be posted on an Oregon State University web site:
Participants are invited to collaborate on publishing the results.