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The Oxford Earth Science Image Store was instigated as a joint project between Dr David Waters, Department of Earth Sciences, and the Academic Computing Development Team, both at the University of Oxford. The idea for the site was suggested to the ACDT by Dr David Waters after the ACDT issued a call for project proposals, and was subsequently chose... n for development during 2003/2004. The Earth Sciences are rich in visual data. The geologist has to learn not only to identify rocks, minerals and other features, but also to interpret them. Developing observational skills is vital: important clues lie in the pattern and detail in images at all scales from electron micrographs to satellite observation. This project aims to get the best possible use out of visual materials by pooling the resources of individual lecturers, generating new libraries, and making the resources accessible and re-usable by both lecturers and students. Academic content and guidance was provided by Dr David Waters (Department of Earth Sciences) with further input from Prof. Philip England, Dr Stephen Hesselbo and Martin Carr. The development of the backend mysql database, php scripts and interface design was carried out by Kate Lindsay and the Project was managed by Sophie Clarke (Academic Computing Development Team). The records have been uploaded by a number of contributors.Read More