Subsurface automated samplers for eDNA (SASe) for biological monitoring and research.

ABSTRACT: Sampling of environmental DNA (eDNA) in seawater is an increasingly common approach to non-invasively assess marine biodiversity, detect cryptic or invasive species, and monitor specific groups of organisms. Despite this remarkable utility, collection and filtration of eDNA samples in the field still requires considerable time and effort. Recent advancements in automated water samplers have standardized the eDNA collection process, allowing researchers to collect eDNA day or night, sample in locations that are difficult to access, and remove the need for highly trained personnel to perform sampling. However, the high cost of purchasing or building these samplers represents a financial hurdle to widespread application. To overcome this difficulty, we have designed and built a low-cost subsu

SUBMITTER: Formel N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9123479 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature