Excellent laboratory facilities at RSABG house an ABI 3130xl genetic analyzer, tools for  molecular sample preparation, a state-of-the-art scanning electron microscope, and equipment and chemicals for light microscopy. Coupled with the botanical and analytical expertise of RSABG staff, the lab forms the vital infrastructure for a research program that can undertake a broad variety of projects examining population genetics and molecular systematics, fine plant structure, reproductive biology, or other work demanding careful project design, data collection and data analyses. Our goal is to provide objective, scientifically based information to government agencies and private organizations that can aid in natural resource management decisions.