The mission of The Biometric Foundation is to advance the use of biometric technologies to accomplish personal verification and identification, to protect privacy, to secure infrastructures that are critical to the nation’s economic success, and to prevent identity theft. Under the guidance of industry leaders and experts, the Foundation will conduct and sponsor technology-neutral research, evaluation, and educational programs. These programs are intended to increase understanding of how biometrics work, examine social, economic, and legal issues that affect widespread use of biometrics, and provide authoritative data to support public and private commitment to biometric solutions. The Foundation is committed to standards and practices that ensure it will be a premier independent resource for scientists, policymakers, and citizens who are seeking accurate, reliable information about biometric technologies and their uses.