Core Samples

DSDP, ODP, and now IODP cores are stored in repositories worldwide (see Core Repositories for the current distribution). In general, samples from the cores are available for research by any scientist who has the resources to conduct the proposed study, as well as to museums and educators. Policies governing the distribution of samples, and detailed information regarding submission of sample requests are contained in the IODP Sample, Data, and Obligations Policy. The policy that was in effect during ODP is the ODP Sample Distribution, Data Distribution and Publications Policy. The following curatorial information is available.

• Collection of samples
  • Shipboard procedures (PDF)
  • Repository procedures (PDF)
  
  
• Permanent core archives
  • Permanent archive (PDF)
  • Permanent archive samples (PDF)
  • Educational requests (PDF)
  
  
• Sample requests (IODP-USIO web site)
• Core repositories
  
• Micropaleontological Reference Centers