Establishment of an inter-disciplinary scientific network with the aim to develop biotechnological and agricultural applications based on the microbial biodiversity of Amazonian ecosystems. Establishment of an ex situ culture collection and biological resource database of microorganisms in Pan-Amazonian University Networks. Scientific publications covering ecology, physiology, enzymology and molecular-biological identification and characterization of microorganisms from special micro-habitats. Development of bio-inoculants containing plant growth promoting rhizosphere bacteria applicable as bio-fertilizers for nutrient poor soils, thus enabling sustainable agriculture. Education and international exchange of diploma and PhD students in and between Latin America and Europe. Development of guidelines for national preservation politics, risk analysis, risk management and regulation. Apply internationally valid benchmarks for the quality assurance of scientific results. Best practice in the respective field therefore should lead to trust not only within the scientific community but also between (life-) science and society, both of which we believe they are necessary for scientific advance.