In the future, ESRI will focus on studies of geographic distribution , genetic diversily and physioloyical ecology as well as estahlishment of ultrasound database of bats , in order to further work on genetic diversity, physiological and ecological research. Researchers will also continue investigating rare and endangered species of Carnivora, Artiodactyla, and Pholidota (pangolins), including the study of their conservation, rehabilitation and ecological requirements. Furthermore, ESRI will investigate the systematics of the family Sciuridae (squirrels). The collection of mammal specimens and establishment of an animal track-and-sign identification system will be continued.