The Global Genome Biodiversity Network (GGBN) Data Standard specification

Genomic samples of non-model organisms are becoming increasingly important in a broad range of studies from developmental biology, biodiversity analyses, to conservation. Genomic sample definition, description, quality, voucher information and metadata all need to be digitized and disseminated across scientific communities. This information needs to be concise and consistent in today’s ever-increasing bioinformatic era, for complementary data aggregators to easily map databases to one another. In order to facilitate exchange of information on genomic samples and their derived data, the Global Genome Biodiversity Network (GGBN) Data Standard is intended to provide a platform based on a documented agreement to promote the efficient sharing and usage of genomic sample material and associated specimen information in a consistent way. The new data standard presented here build upon existing standards commonly used within the community extending them with the capability to exchange data on tissue, environmental and DNA sample as well as sequences. The GGBN Data Standard will reveal and democratize the hidden contents of biodiversity biobanks, for the convenience of everyone in the wider biobanking community. Technical tools exist for data providers to easily map their databases to the standard.

Database URL:http://terms.tdwg.org/wiki/GGBN_Data_Standard

Effective ED complaint management

Handling patient complaints is possibly one of the most delicate tasks any manager must face. Although managing patient complaints is never a pleasant experience, a detailed plan can make it easier and more uniform, resulting in less stress and anxiety. Before improvements can be accomplished, deficiencies in the system must be corrected. Only after the department's processes have been deemned stable can the qualiuty of care be improved and the customer satisfied.