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There are Several Potential Goals. Which are Realistic and Appropriate?

I. Barcoding as Molecular Diagnostics

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Citrus at Risk!

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DNA Barcoding Can Offer a Molecular “Key”

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How Much Error is Acceptable?

Increase in the Global Number of Amphibian Species: > 44% since 1985

II. Assessing Evolutionary (Phylogenetic) Relationships

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Q: Does barcode data yield a phylogenetic “signal?”

Q: Is the phylogenetic signal provided by barcode data sufficiently robust that barcoding can be used as a principal tool of phylogenetic analysis?

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"“If the supertree approach..."

 III. Is the Barcode of Life an Appropriate Activity of Natural History Museums?

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How Can This be Achieved?

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What Name for the New Museum?*

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