Summary
Every living organism sheds its DNA into the environment, leaving an invisible record of its presence. However, scientists have found ways to magnify this environmental DNA or 'eDNA' from water, soil and other environmental samples, allowing them to identify who the DNA belonged to. These molecular surveillance tools have a range of applications, including detecting pests or threatened species, and monitoring biodiversity.
Authors:AAD Media
Published in: 2023
Category 4: Popular articles
Program area: East Antarctica Monitoring Program
AAD Media
(2023)
New Guidelines Support Best Practice in Environmental DNA Testing,
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australian Antarctic Division
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https://www.antarctica.gov.au/news/2023/new-guidelines-support-best-practice-in-environmental-dna-testing/;
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