The Yellowstone Center for Resources (YCR) was created in March 1993 to centralize the park's science and resource management functions. The goals of the YCR are to: gather, manage and analyze data in order to better conserve the park's natural and cultural resources; understand and mitigate the environmental and historic consequences of park management;preserve and curate rare, sensitive and valuable natural and cultural resources; work with park partners to meet resource management goals; and promote transfer of knowledge to other park staff, partners and the public. The Center for Resources will work to protect and manage the fundamental natural and cultural resources and values of Yellowstone National Park, including its unique geothermal systems and geologic wonders, one of the largest remaining intact ecosystems in the United States, and its extensive human history to provide for the education, enjoyment, and inspiration of people. The Center for Resources will share their expertise with other park operations to the benefit of the visiting public.