Research cruises at sea can be very expensive, but research and sampling can be done opportunistically, using vessels already at sea. We are developing a cost-effective method for monitoring marine biodiversity using environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis collected by fishing boats, coast guard ships and other vessels already at sea.
This project is finding a cheaper way to track marine biodiversity using environmental DNA (eDNA) collected by fishing boats, coast guard ships, and other vessels already out at sea. With new global rules requiring companies to report their impact on biodiversity, this approach makes it easier and more affordable to monitor marine life all year round. It helps industries meet international standards while supporting ocean conservation.
Genome Atlantic gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Government of Canada through Genome Canada, as well as the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and the provincial governments of Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.
Genome Atlantic is one of 7 Genome Centres in Canada that are part of the Genome Canada Enterprise. This network encourages collaboration, with each centre focusing on the needs of their respective regions.
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