The ability to extract trace bits of DNA from soil, water, and even air is revolutionizing science. But it's not foolproof. In the late 1980s, at a federal research facility in Pensacola, Florida, ...

Environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding has emerged as a transformative approach in the assessment of biodiversity. By extracting DNA directly from complex environmental samples—such as water, soil, or ...

Forensics experts gather DNA to understand who was present at a crime scene. But what if the crime occurred in the middle of a lake, where DNA could be carried far and wide by wind and waves? That's ...

The ability to extract trace bits of DNA from soil, water, and even air is revolutionizing science. Are there pitfalls? By Peter Andrey Smith/Undark Published Feb 14, 2024 8:06 AM EST This article was ...

Sequencing environmental DNA found in soil, seawater, snow or even air samples has made it possible to detect and identify organisms, allowing researchers to build exhaustive biodiversity inventories.

Scientists have developed a pioneering tool that can pinpoint where invasive species have been, aiding eradication efforts. Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a pioneering tool to ...