In Inuvik, Microbiological Studies in the Gas Hydrate bearing and non-bearing sediments from Mallik V. Dieckmann, A.K. Jain, R. Colwell, M.Dlewche, M. Lehamn, M. Kumar progresses. The microbiology program is planned for core samples from the Mallik well is a fine example of a joint research effort with complimentary science goals and excellent collaboration between agencies. A key requirement in this program is to reduce contamination. The team will work very quickly on core samples as they are recovered at the drill site and place them in controlled environment within a glove box.