The Center for Molecular Biodiversity Research collects tissue and DNA samples of various taxa with the aim of constructing a comprehensive collection of genetic samples spanning the diversity of life. The center promotes the collection and preservation of sets of tissue samples, DNA samples, DNA sequence information, and voucher specimens for each individual sample, each of which is an important resource for biodiversity research.

In order to enhance the availability of collections for DNA analysis, the center collaborates with researchers in the museum’s research departments to implement projects for the collection of tissue and DNA samples and corresponding voucher specimens by targeting different taxonomic groups each year.

The center maintains a long-term storage system for tissue and DNA samples using approximately 30 ultra-low temperature freezers and is also responsible for the maintenance and management of these freezer facilities.

The center manages other shared facilities that are used by researchers in the museum’s research departments, including DNA laboratories and sequencing facilities for experiments and analyses.