data was reviewed to assure IODP expeditions could meet their objectives and comply with safety and environmental requirements. Core repositories Three IODP core repositories located in Bremen, Germany (IODP Bremen Core Repository), College Station, Texas (IODP Gulf Coast Repository), and Kochi, Japan, archive cores based on geographical origin. Scientists may visit any one of the facilities for onsite research or request a loan for analysis or for teaching purposes. Archived cores include not only IODP samples, but also those retrieved in the two IODP legacy programs (DSDP and ODP). See also References External links Integrated Ocean Drilling Program official website European Consortium for Ocean Research Drilling official website Center for Deep Earth Exploration Ocean Drilling Program Legacy Website Learn more about IODP and the U.S. involvement An educational view of the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program JOI Learning – Education resources and programs associated with the Integrated Ocean Drilling Program Marine geology Drilling rig operators