Presented is a discussion of steps towards the creation of a database
of the microcirculation encompassing anatomical and functional experim
ental data, and conceptual and computational models. The discussion in
cludes issues of database utility, organization, data deposition, and
linkage to other databases. The database will span levels from gene to
tissue and will serve both research and educational purposes. (C) 199
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