Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Data Manager to document the submission of analytical data and published reports derived from samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project. This document can be found as Appendix G in the U.S.
Brian Buczkowski
(He/him)I work on a variety of projects that are focused on collections management for natural history collections, FAIR data practices, and facilitating access to sample and data collections to increase their value to science and society.
Brian Buczkowski is the Project Manager for the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center’s (WHCMSC) Information Science Group, a team that provides support and expertise in scientific communications and publications, as well as data, records, and physical samples management.
Brian is curator of collections for the WHCMSC Samples Repository. This repository serves as the primary storage location for all geological, biological, and geochemical samples collected through USGS research by, or in the permanent custody of, the WHCMSC. He participates in Bureau-wide and interagency groups, such as the British Ocean Sediment Core Research Facility (BOSCORF) Advisory Group, USGS Geologic Materials Repository Working Group, and the Curators of Marine and Lacustrine Geological Samples Group, tasked with curating scientific collections as well as developing scientific collections management and preservation solutions.
Brian serves as the curator of collections for the United States Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project and has provided input and guidance for the development of policy and procedures for access and distribution of physical samples collected as a part of ECS research. He is also the project manager for the usSEABED Project, contributes to the National Geological and Geophysical Data Preservation Program, and currently serves as Co-chair of the USGS Collections Steering Committee.
Science and Products
Scientific Collections Management
USGS scientists collect geological, geophysical, biological, hydrological, and other discipline-related specimens and samples in the conduct of their research. Federal scientific working collections are public assets and need to be well documented if they are to provide reliable and unbiased information, and potentially have value to the broader scientific community.
usSEABED
usSEABED is the collaborative product of the U.S. Geological Survey, the University of Colorado, and other partners, and provides integrated data from small and large marine research efforts by many entities—federal and state agencies, local authorities, universities, as well as private and public consortiums.
USGS Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Samples Repository
Since 2002, the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center’s Samples Repository (WHCMSC) has been supporting research by providing secure storage for geological, biological, and geochemical samples; maintaining organization and an active inventory of these sample collections; as well as by providing access to these collections for study and reuse. Over the years, local storage facilities have...
Samples Repository Collections Inventory
The collections inventory database for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center (WHCMSC) Samples Repository is published as a USGS data release (Buczkowski and others, 2018), and is available to search online through the Samples Repository’s inventory search interface. Sample collections in the Repository can be searched and selected through a map interface...
Marine Aggregate Resources and Processes (MARP)
This project is complete and the website is archived and no longer updated. The Marine Aggregates (Sand and Gravel Assessment) Project has developed and is implementing a scientifically rigorous series of regional studies mapping the seafloor sedimentary character and assessing marine sand and gravel resources around the United States . Results of the regional assessments will ultimately comprise...
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ECS Samples Data Submission Form (Appendix G)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Data Manager to document the submission of analytical data and published reports derived from samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project. This document can be found as Appendix G in the U.S.
Shipboard Core Metadata Spreadsheet (SESAR)
Microsoft Excel format template used to document core samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Microsoft Excel format template used to document core samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Shipboard Dredge Metadata Spreadsheet (SESAR)
Microsoft Excel format template used to document dredge samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Microsoft Excel format template used to document dredge samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Shipboard Sample Metadata Entry Manual (SESAR)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document providing guidance and requirements for shipboard parties on the usage of prepopulated Microsoft Excel format spreadsheets containing International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) for samples collected as part of the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document providing guidance and requirements for shipboard parties on the usage of prepopulated Microsoft Excel format spreadsheets containing International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) for samples collected as part of the U.S.
ECS Samples Metadata Requirements (Appendix A)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing the minimum sample metadata required to be recorded at sea and returned to the repository with all samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix A in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing the minimum sample metadata required to be recorded at sea and returned to the repository with all samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix A in the U.S.
ECS Samples Information Spreadsheet
Microsoft Excel format template used to track the status and usage of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Microsoft Excel format template used to track the status and usage of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
ECS Samples Return Form (Appendix F)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Samples Curator at the end of the agreed upon loan period to document the return of samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project to the repository. This document can be found as Appendix F in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Samples Curator at the end of the agreed upon loan period to document the return of samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project to the repository. This document can be found as Appendix F in the U.S.
ECS Samples Status Report Form (Appendix E)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator annually to document the continued use of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project that have been approved for analysis. This document can be found as Appendix E in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator annually to document the continued use of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project that have been approved for analysis. This document can be found as Appendix E in the U.S.
ECS Samples Request Form (Appendix D)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for all requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix D in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for all requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix D in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
ECS Samples Agreement Form (Appendix C)
Portable Document File (PDF) format agreement form required to be completed and accompany all requests submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix C in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format agreement form required to be completed and accompany all requests submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix C in the U.S.
Request Prioritization Criteria (Appendix B)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing criteria used for prioritizing requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix B in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing criteria used for prioritizing requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix B in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures
Portable Document File (PDF) format policy document developed to guide sample request and analysis as well as data collection and distribution requirements for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Portable Document File (PDF) format policy document developed to guide sample request and analysis as well as data collection and distribution requirements for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Lab Coulometer
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's UIC CM5017 coulometer with sample carousel (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-UIC-CM5017_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's UIC CM5017 coulometer with sample carousel (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-UIC-CM5017_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Lab Bruker CTX 00C
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Bruker CTX 800C benchtop x-ray fluorescence unit (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Bruker-CTX800C_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Bruker CTX 800C benchtop x-ray fluorescence unit (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Bruker-CTX800C_1).
WHCMSC Sample Collection Template
Any planned Field Activities which the WHCMSC is participating in that will be collecting samples and bringing them back to the Repository is encouraged to download the template to document these samples as they are collected:
Any planned Field Activities which the WHCMSC is participating in that will be collecting samples and bringing them back to the Repository is encouraged to download the template to document these samples as they are collected:
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab's Rigaku Miniflex 600
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Rigaku Miniflex 600 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Rigaku-Miniflex1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Rigaku Miniflex 600 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Rigaku-Miniflex1).
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-BeckmanCoulter-Multisizer1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-BeckmanCoulter-Multisizer1).
Woods Hole Sed Lab's Horiba LA-960 laser defraction unit
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit with slurry sampler (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Horiba-LA9601).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit with slurry sampler (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Horiba-LA9601).
Woods Hole Sed Lab's collection of sieves.
Photograph of cabinets in the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory contaning the lab's collection of sieves.
Photograph of cabinets in the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory contaning the lab's collection of sieves.
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 and Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit.
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 and Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit.
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Lab
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the laboratory computer workstation, precision balances, and interior of the oven and sieving room.
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the laboratory computer workstation, precision balances, and interior of the oven and sieving room.
Science and Products
Scientific Collections Management
USGS scientists collect geological, geophysical, biological, hydrological, and other discipline-related specimens and samples in the conduct of their research. Federal scientific working collections are public assets and need to be well documented if they are to provide reliable and unbiased information, and potentially have value to the broader scientific community.
usSEABED
usSEABED is the collaborative product of the U.S. Geological Survey, the University of Colorado, and other partners, and provides integrated data from small and large marine research efforts by many entities—federal and state agencies, local authorities, universities, as well as private and public consortiums.
USGS Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Samples Repository
Since 2002, the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center’s Samples Repository (WHCMSC) has been supporting research by providing secure storage for geological, biological, and geochemical samples; maintaining organization and an active inventory of these sample collections; as well as by providing access to these collections for study and reuse. Over the years, local storage facilities have...
Samples Repository Collections Inventory
The collections inventory database for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center (WHCMSC) Samples Repository is published as a USGS data release (Buczkowski and others, 2018), and is available to search online through the Samples Repository’s inventory search interface. Sample collections in the Repository can be searched and selected through a map interface...
Marine Aggregate Resources and Processes (MARP)
This project is complete and the website is archived and no longer updated. The Marine Aggregates (Sand and Gravel Assessment) Project has developed and is implementing a scientifically rigorous series of regional studies mapping the seafloor sedimentary character and assessing marine sand and gravel resources around the United States . Results of the regional assessments will ultimately comprise...
Filter Total Items: 27
ECS Samples Data Submission Form (Appendix G)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Data Manager to document the submission of analytical data and published reports derived from samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project. This document can be found as Appendix G in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Data Manager to document the submission of analytical data and published reports derived from samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project. This document can be found as Appendix G in the U.S.
Shipboard Core Metadata Spreadsheet (SESAR)
Microsoft Excel format template used to document core samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Microsoft Excel format template used to document core samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Shipboard Dredge Metadata Spreadsheet (SESAR)
Microsoft Excel format template used to document dredge samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Microsoft Excel format template used to document dredge samples collected in the field as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This template will be updated with International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) before any planned sample collection activities.
Shipboard Sample Metadata Entry Manual (SESAR)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document providing guidance and requirements for shipboard parties on the usage of prepopulated Microsoft Excel format spreadsheets containing International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) for samples collected as part of the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document providing guidance and requirements for shipboard parties on the usage of prepopulated Microsoft Excel format spreadsheets containing International GeoSample Numbers (IGSNs) registered by the System for Earth Sample Registration (SESAR) for samples collected as part of the U.S.
ECS Samples Metadata Requirements (Appendix A)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing the minimum sample metadata required to be recorded at sea and returned to the repository with all samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix A in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing the minimum sample metadata required to be recorded at sea and returned to the repository with all samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix A in the U.S.
ECS Samples Information Spreadsheet
Microsoft Excel format template used to track the status and usage of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Microsoft Excel format template used to track the status and usage of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
ECS Samples Return Form (Appendix F)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Samples Curator at the end of the agreed upon loan period to document the return of samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project to the repository. This document can be found as Appendix F in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Samples Curator at the end of the agreed upon loan period to document the return of samples collected as part of the U.S. ECS Project to the repository. This document can be found as Appendix F in the U.S.
ECS Samples Status Report Form (Appendix E)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator annually to document the continued use of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project that have been approved for analysis. This document can be found as Appendix E in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator annually to document the continued use of samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project that have been approved for analysis. This document can be found as Appendix E in the U.S.
ECS Samples Request Form (Appendix D)
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for all requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix D in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
Portable Document File (PDF) format form required to be completed and submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for all requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix D in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
ECS Samples Agreement Form (Appendix C)
Portable Document File (PDF) format agreement form required to be completed and accompany all requests submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix C in the U.S.
Portable Document File (PDF) format agreement form required to be completed and accompany all requests submitted to the ECS Samples Curator for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix C in the U.S.
Request Prioritization Criteria (Appendix B)
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing criteria used for prioritizing requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix B in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
Portable Document File (PDF) format informational document detailing criteria used for prioritizing requests for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project. This document can be found as Appendix B in the U.S. ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures policy document.
ECS Data, Publications, and Physical Samples Policy and Procedures
Portable Document File (PDF) format policy document developed to guide sample request and analysis as well as data collection and distribution requirements for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Portable Document File (PDF) format policy document developed to guide sample request and analysis as well as data collection and distribution requirements for samples collected as part of the U.S. Extended Continental Shelf (ECS) Project.
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Lab Coulometer
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's UIC CM5017 coulometer with sample carousel (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-UIC-CM5017_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's UIC CM5017 coulometer with sample carousel (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-UIC-CM5017_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Lab Bruker CTX 00C
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Bruker CTX 800C benchtop x-ray fluorescence unit (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Bruker-CTX800C_1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Bruker CTX 800C benchtop x-ray fluorescence unit (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Bruker-CTX800C_1).
WHCMSC Sample Collection Template
Any planned Field Activities which the WHCMSC is participating in that will be collecting samples and bringing them back to the Repository is encouraged to download the template to document these samples as they are collected:
Any planned Field Activities which the WHCMSC is participating in that will be collecting samples and bringing them back to the Repository is encouraged to download the template to document these samples as they are collected:
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab's Rigaku Miniflex 600
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Rigaku Miniflex 600 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Rigaku-Miniflex1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Rigaku Miniflex 600 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Rigaku-Miniflex1).
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-BeckmanCoulter-Multisizer1).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-BeckmanCoulter-Multisizer1).
Woods Hole Sed Lab's Horiba LA-960 laser defraction unit
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit with slurry sampler (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Horiba-LA9601).
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory's Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit with slurry sampler (USGS laboratory equipment number WH-SED-Horiba-LA9601).
Woods Hole Sed Lab's collection of sieves.
Photograph of cabinets in the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory contaning the lab's collection of sieves.
Photograph of cabinets in the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory contaning the lab's collection of sieves.
Woods Hole Sediment Analysis Lab
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 and Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit.
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the Beckman Coulter Multisizer 3 and Horiba LA-960 laser diffraction unit.
Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Lab
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the laboratory computer workstation, precision balances, and interior of the oven and sieving room.
View inside the Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center Sediment Analysis Laboratory showing the laboratory computer workstation, precision balances, and interior of the oven and sieving room.
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