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Request for Sampling

The National Museum of Iceland encourages research on items in the Museum's collection, as research brings out the knowledge embodied in the object.
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Researchers can apply for sampling by completing the following form.
Please read the rules and guidance below, as access to objects is governed by them.

Please provide catalogue numbers, artifact names, and find locations, as it will expedite the processing of the application. That information can be found at Sarpur database (www.sarpur.is).

REQUEST FOR SAMPLING

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Sampling is requested from the following museum objects:

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Terms & conditions

  • A request to take samples from objects (including bones) must be submitted at least one month before the requested time. The request will be answered as soon as possible, and no more than one month after receipt.
  • The requester shall have examined the objects before submitting a request for sampling (Request for Access to Objects for Examination). The request must include precise details of the catalogue number and name of objects, for the request to be considered
  • The request shall be accompanied by a detailed research protocol, stating the objectives and purpose of the study. Collaborators, if any, shall be identified. Expected findings and results shall be stated. The request shall state whether the requester has previously worked on any comparable projects (see: Research protocol in the request form).
  • The methodology to be used in sampling and analysis shall be explained. The request shall state who will take the sample and where the requester would prefer the sampling to take place. The size of the sample shall be specified, and where on the object it is to be taken (see: Methodology of sampling and Methodology of analysis in the request form).
  • Work facilities are on the premises of the National Museum depository at Vesturvör 16-20, Kópavogur. It is necessary to book an appointment. The facilities are accessible between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm on weekdays.
  • The approval of a request is valid only for the individual(s) named in the request for sampling.
  • All requests for sampling are considered by National Museum of Iceland staff. Sampling has an irreversible effect on objects. In considering requests, the Museum will take into account, inter alia, the needs of the scholarly community; museum codes of ethics; the reliability and experience of research methods; long-term conservation of objects in the Museum collection; potential for future research; and whether similar research has previously been carried out on the objects.
  • In the case of a request regarding several objects, the Museum reserves the right to divide the consideration of the request into smaller parts, in consultation with the requester.
  • Museum objects shall be handled with the utmost care and in accordance with the guidance of National Museum staff.
  • If it is requested that the sampling take place outside the Museum, the final decision in that regard shall lie with Museum staff, in consultation with applicant.
  • The question of where on the object a sample is to be taken shall be determined by potential results of analysis, the effect on the appearance of the object, and potential for further research later.
  • Photographs shall be taken of the objects and of the place on the object where the sample is taken, both before and after sampling.
  • Unused samples, and samples not destroyed by analysis, shall be returned to the Museum when the study has been completed.
  • A copy of documentation arising from the examination shall be provided to the Museum. This applies to photographs, drawings, measurements and findings. Copies of essays and published writings which refer to the research on the Museum objects shall be provided to the Museum. If the documents are catalogued on the Sarpur database, sources will be referenced. In the case of a large-scale study, a brief interim report shall be submitted every six months, or by agreement. The National Museum of Iceland shall be cited in publication of material relating to objects in the Museum collection.
  • If a research project is abandoned before analysis has been completed, the National Museum shall be notified, and all samples shall be returned. A report on the sampling, together with photographs, shall be submitted with the samples.
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