The Council is composed of an international group of scholars engaged in research in Borneo. The Council's goals are described in greater detail on Schedule O.The Council's goals are to:(1) Promote scientific research in the social, natural, and medical sciences in Borneo; (2) Permit the research community, interested Borneo government departments, and others to keep abreast of ongoing research and its results; (3) Serve as a vehicle for drawing attention to urgent research and its results; (4) Coordinate the flow of information on Borneo research arising from many diverse sources; (5) Disseminate rapidly the initial results of research activity; and (6) Inform the interested public on research in Borneo.Other functions include providing counsel and assistance to research endeavors, conservation activities, and the practical application of research results.