Database Collection

Quantum computing. Conceptual computer artwork of electronic circuitry contained on spheres, representing parallel processing in a quantum computer

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Canadian Regiment la Chaudiere Memorial d Anguerny
Although the names are clearly marked neither Laudry nor Dallaire are listed in the Commonwealth War Graves Database. Both Louis & Arthur Roy come from Kedgwick New Brunswick so are probably related

Scotland yard Police Station, Central Records. circa 1947 006776 / 3
Scotland yard Police Station, Central Records. circa 1947 006776/3

DI Jill McTeague, Arts & Antiques Squad, with necklace
DI Jill McTeague of the Arts & Antiques Squad of the Metropolitan Police, holding a stolen necklace which has been recovered

Ear biometrics, artwork
Ear biometrics. Artwork showing a human ear and data used in biometrics related to ear measurements. Data on the size and shape of an individuals ear is stored in a database or compared to existing

Earth Lab
Children in the Earth Lab, Gallery 66. Earth Galleries at The Natural History Museum, London

Metropolitan Police vehicle database, London
View of the Metropolitan Police vehicle database at New Scotland Yard, London, with officers working at computer terminals, checking the details of stolen vehicles. (2 of 3) Date: 1974

Webspiders, conceptual artwork
Web spiders. Conceptual computer artwork of robotic spiders crawling over a web made of internet website pages. Web spiders, also known as web crawlers

Hard disk. Computer artwork of a hard disk from a computer. It consists of a read-write head (gold) on a hard disk (round) that is coated on both sides with a magnetic material

Computer hard disk assembly. Component parts of a hard disk showing the outer aluminium casing (top), the hard disk platter and read/write head (centre), and the controller electronics (bottom)

Grid computer farm
Grid supercomputers. Fish-eye lens view of a room packed with computers, forming a " PC farm" with immense processing power

Computer hard disk, simulated X-ray
Hard disk. Simulated X-ray of a hard disk memory mechanism from a computer. This consists of a read/write head (pointed, black) on a rigid hard disk (upper centre)

Fish-eye lens view of NERSCs main computing room
NERSC computers. Fish-eye lens view of the main computing room of the National Energy Research Scientific Computing Centre (NERSC)

Hard disc from a computer. It consists of a read- write head (centre bottom) on a hard disc (round) that is coated on both sides with a magnetic material

View of a computer hard disk memory mechanism
Hard disk. View of a computer hard disk memory mechanism. This consists of a read/write head (metal arm) on a rigid hard disk coated on both sides with magnetic material

Psion II Organiser. This electronic handheld device is an early example of a digital personal assistant. It was manufactured by the British company Psion, and was first launched in 1986

Personal computer, simulated x-ray
Personal computer. Simulated x-ray view of a personal computer tower system. A typical computer would include motherboard, memory, hard drive, CD-Rom or DVD reader, floppy disc drives, graphics card

Recording thumbprint. Inked thumb of a suspect who is being fingerprinted. The ink is applied to the tip of the digit and this is rolled once over the paper to record a print of the whole surface

Fingerprint analysis. Forensic scientist pointing at fingerprints being compared by characteristic features (square yellow markers)

Genetic information storage. Conceptual computer artwork representing the storage in digital form of data derived from genetic research

Systems biology, flow chart
Systems biology. Flow chart showing various biology disciplines and how they are used in modelling living organisms. An organism (top) is studied and information obtained on its genes

Computer hard disc. Internal workings of a computers hard drive. This piece of hardware equipment consists of a read-write head (centre) on a hard disc (round)

Inca quipu counting device, artwork
Inca quipu counting device. Artwork of part of an Inca quipu (also spelt khipu). This counting device was used by the Inca people of South America in the 15th and 16th centuries

Metropolitan Police fingerprint database
A man sits at a monitor to look at fingerprints on the Metropolitan Police database

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"Unlocking the Quantum Computing Era: Exploring the Vastness of Databases" In a world where technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, databases have become the backbone of our digital existence. From preserving historical legacies to solving complex crimes, databases hold immense power in their virtual realms. Journey back in time to 1947, where the Canadian Regiment la Chaudiere Memorial d'Anguerny stands tall as a testament to sacrifice and remembrance. Little did we know then that this memorial would foreshadow the birth of modern-day databases, paving the way for Scotland Yard's Central Records at their iconic Police Station. These archives became a treasure trove of invaluable information for investigators like DI Jill McTeague from the Arts & Antiques Squad, who relied on them while unraveling mysteries surrounding stolen artifacts. But it doesn't stop there – technological advancements brought us ear biometrics, revolutionizing security measures and even intertwining with artwork authentication. Imagine standing before an exquisite painting or sculpture; its authenticity confirmed not only by brushstrokes but also by analyzing intricate ear patterns captured through cutting-edge biometric scanners. As we delve deeper into Earth Lab's vast database, we realize how interconnected our planet truly is. Environmentalists harness this wealth of knowledge to understand climate change patterns and devise sustainable solutions for our fragile ecosystem. Meanwhile, across bustling streets in London lies another realm entirely – Metropolitan Police's vehicle database. This digital repository holds vital clues that aid law enforcement agencies in tracking down criminals and ensuring public safety. DI Jill McTeague once again finds herself immersed in this labyrinthine network as she investigates yet another case involving a mysterious necklace. Beyond tangible data lies conceptual artistry - enter Webspiders. In this mesmerizing artwork installation, artists explore how webs spun by these arachnids symbolize connections within vast online networks - akin to intricately woven threads forming colossal databases that shape our digital landscape.