Now published. Local reference data is essential for detecting species of interest such as these critically endanged sawfishes.
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I also used a new method to quantify very long (2700 bp+) eDNA fragments using duplex ddPCR.

When we combine two mitochondrial assays in duplex, we can use double-positive droplets to quantify the "bridge" between them. Fancy but straightforward stuff.

Wanna know more? ask away :)

🔬 Our new preprint is out!

We tracked the decay of multiple #eDNA 🧬& #eRNA molecules from bottlenose dolphins🐬 in seawater.

It may seem like I have caved in for charismatic megafauna. But do not worry. in reality, I am still only interested in their molecules.
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www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

Important info for reporting standards in eDNA... onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....

New paper alert! 🚨- My final PhD chapter is finally out!

What happens to different eDNA components in water? 🌊💧

We tested particle size (small vs. large) and DNA molecule length (86 vs. 387 bp) in recirculating streams—and what we found might surprise you! 🧵👇

#eDNA #MolecularEcology
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Local genetic reference sequences can be essential for species specific studies. Applying what worked for a species elsewhere in the world (in this case largetooth sawfish, Pristis pristis) may not work where you are!!! www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...

Proof that south american squid rings are not pig rectum!!!! doi.org/10.1038/s415...

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I'm hiring a coordinator for our #mesophotic Autonomous Reef Monitoring Structures (ARMS) program! This exciting new project will generate unprecedented amounts of information about the biodiversity of deep reefs in the Pacific. Spread the word! us242.dayforcehcm.co...

Check out our new preprint investigating multiple factors that influence variation in outputs of eDNA metabarcoding analyses www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...