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You will need to complete a thorough literature search and possibly even consult other scientists experienced in the field of your proposed research in order to appropriately define and refine the appropriate methods for your study. There will usually be a balance between the ideal solution in terms of the methods used, and logistical restrictions of time, and availability of equipment and expertise. Work through all the logistical aspects you can, well in advance of final implementation, to reduce the possibility that there will be significant problems and delays. This is especially important where there is a large team of researchers involved, where the field sites and/or techniques are relatively novel to you, and where equipment and specimens require transporting, especially overseas. Case Study 1.2 discusses an example of how one research team dealt with the creation of appropriate facilities in difficult environmental conditions and successfully brought their samples home. Provided that your project has been well designed, and pilot studies have enabled you to refine your techniques, the implementation of the project should be straightforward. Here, we emphasise the importance of careful note taking and time management during your project. It is important that all participants are thoroughly briefed on the project, its risks, methods, lines of communication, actions to be taken in the event of any problems, etc., before implementation.