(a) The definition of basal boundary stratotypes (GSSP’s) and the refinement of standard chronostratigraphic scales, through the establishment of multidisciplinary Working Groups
(b) International coordination of and collaboration in research on Neoproterozoic environments, through the establishment of thematic Working Groups, for example on Neoproterozoic glaciations (see www.IGCP512.com)
(c) International coordination of efforts to establish consensus global stratigraphic calibration schemes for the Neoproterozoic era using alternative methods of stratigraphy, such as chemostratigraphy
In addition the Subcommission exists to further communication with a wider public through grassroots initiatives to conserve important Neoproterozoic geological sites, to support International Geoscience Programme projects, and to encourage the wider dissemination of research findings on the worldwide web or in popular science publications.