For Geology · Mineralogy · Biology · Paleontology
From the label
to the record.
CollectionDB digitizes natural history collections — from rock samples to minerals, fossils, and biological specimens. One system for cataloging, identification, locality data, and publishing.
Disciplines
One system, four collection logics.
Each discipline has its own fields, units, and identification workflows. CollectionDB models them natively, instead of forcing them into one generic form.
GEO · 2024 · 00142
Geology
Rock samples, drill cores, stratigraphic profiles, and petrographic descriptions with locality coordinates.
MIN · 2024 · 00873
Mineralogy
Crystal system, hardness, chemical formula, source locality, and provenance for every specimen.
BIO · 2024 · 01950
Biology
Taxonomy, voucher specimens, collection date, preparation type, and identification history.
PAL · 2024 · 00417
Paleontology
Fossil finds, stratigraphic placement, preservation state, and the associated find layer.
Features
Everything a collection needs to stay digital.
Fast data entry
Structured forms per discipline — from mineral hardness to find layer — instead of one generic form.
Locality & stratigraphy
Capture coordinates, stratigraphic profiles, and geological context directly on the record.
Taxonomy & identification
Manage classifications, synonyms, and identification history centrally, linked to vouchers.
Search & analysis
Search the entire collection by locality, time period, taxon, or collector in seconds.
Publish & export
Publish data to GBIF, iDigBio, or your own portals — with repeatable export routines.
Collaboration
Work in the browser with your whole team — no local install, always up to date.
How it works
Four steps to a digital collection.
01
Prepare your data
Map existing index cards, spreadsheets, or labels to CollectionDB's fields.
02
Configure the system
Adapt forms, fields, and labels to your collection's structure.
03
Catalog specimens
Import existing data or catalog new finds directly in the system.
04
Manage & publish
Search, analyze, and regularly publish your collection to portals like GBIF.
Ready to digitize your collection?
Tell us about your holdings — we'll show you what CollectionDB looks like for your discipline.