1. Define and implement eligibility criteria for listing of human embryonic stem cells in the registry;
2. Establish a working mechanism for registry performance whereby input from existing registries, banks,networks and research initiatives will be incorporated;
3. Establish and disseminate registry criteria as well as the registration, access and quality control mechanisms to human embryonic stem cell providers and users;
4. Develop the technical frame of the registry and to design and implement an Internet-based access mode for cell lines listed in the registry;
5. Develop the registry into a knowledge-service tool of registered human embryonic stem cells for research and application;
6. Provide regular dissemination, communication and updating mechanisms of the registry content