• Report: DNA barcode needs for the Top End

    In June 2024, 55 professionals gathered at a workshop with the aim of understanding the status of DNA barcode libraries for northern Australian species. The outcomes of this workshop are now available online. They can be downloaded here or via the resources page. The three recommendations to come out of the workshop were: Detailed information…

  • Job Opportunity: Senior Scientist Biosecurity Queensland

    An exciting opportunity within the Science Team at the National Fire Ant Eradication Program in Queensland has opened for someone with population genetics and/or ecological research/analytical experience and leadership skills. Applications close October 4th, click here for more information.

  • Job opportunity: Post-Doctoral Research Associate at TrEnD lab

    Are you passionate about environmental conservation and developing future methods to monitor biodiversity using eDNA? The Trace and Environmental DNA (TrEnD) Laboratory team are seeking a researcher to join the eDNA for Global Environment Studies program and lead project 6: Terrestrial ecosystem biomonitoring across the tree of life using eDNA. The objective of this project…

  • Job opportunity: Post-doctoral position at Charles Darwin University  

    This is a 1 year environmental DNA postdoc at Charles Darwin University to work on a collaborative project with Northern Territory Government Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) to develop eDNA resources and capacity for improving the application of eDNA methods for biodiversity survey…

  • Australian workshop: DNA Barcodes for the Top End

    A SeDNAs supported Workshop to Unlock the Potential of DNA-Based Monitoring in the Northern Territory Date: Thursday, 6 June 2024Venue: The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, AuditoriumTime: 9 am – 5 pm Registration: Free! Register here Overview:This workshop aims to prioritize the DNA barcodes needed to fully realize the benefits of DNA-based…

  • Southern eDNA Society airDNA workshop

    We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking workshop on emerging Airborne Environmental DNA (eDNA) capabilities. Mark your calendars for June 3rd-4th, 2024. IMPORTANT: Registration for this workshop is now closed. What to Expect: Airborne eDNA research is currently experiencing a boom. SeDNAs is holding this meeting to harness recently built momentum in airDNA research, build…

  • Towards standardized molecular biodiversity monitoring: Topical Issue in Metabarcoding & Metagenomics

    A new topical issue in the journal Metabarcoding and Metagenomics is looking for submissions of relevant research. The issue focusses on eDNA method standardisation and is looking for research on topics such as standardisation concepts, QA/QC, evidence where standards help or hinder biodiversity monitoring, etc. The editors are interested in including work from AUS /…

  • The passing of Louis Bernatchez

    The SeDNAS board sadly acknowledge the passing of Louis Bernatchez, a generous, imaginative leader in the field of environmental genomics. We pass our deepest sympathies to Louis’ family, friends and colleagues around the world.

  • eDNA adoption survey

    A new study by researchers from James Cook University aims to better understand the drivers and barriers to adoption of eDNA technology. A link to their survey can be found below. If you have questions about the study, you can contact the principal investigator Heather Robson via email: Heather.Robson@jcu.edu.au eDNA Adoption Survey This survey provides a platform for…

  • 2nd Australia / New Zealand eDNA conference

    We are excited to announce the 2nd eDNA conference will take place in Wellington (NZ) in February 2025! The conference will be organised by the Southern eDNA Society. The organising committee has started preparation for what will undoubtedly be another an engaging event that will bring together practitioners and end-users to discuss all things eDNA.…