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... . In light of the considerable value of lengthy, homogeneous data records to global change research, the NCDC should place high priority on recalibrating retrospective datasets in its care that are especially critical to such research.
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... These scientists should establish stronger links to the research community through increased scientific collaborations. · More effective use of standing advisory panels should be made to review strategic plans and to help set priorities, such as deciding how resources should be allocated among competing data archival projects.
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