Tag: science

  • 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 /…

  • 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.…

  • Survey: Australian DNA reference library

    Do you work with marine invertebrates and macroalgae? Have your say about the development of a reference sequence library for Australian species. The NBDL is a CSIRO-led, multi-partner initiative that will provide comprehensive reference sequences to support DNA-based identification of Australian species, starting with marine taxa. We are currently working to generate whole mtDNA genomes and nuclear ribosomal sequences for all described…

  • Job opportunity: Lecturer (Genetics / Evolutionary Biology) La Trobe University

    La Trobe University (Melbourne) has an open position for a Lecture in Genetics / Evolutionary Biology. Details below or via this link. The Department of Environment and Genetics at La Trobe University is seeking a highly motivated and qualified lecturer (Teaching and Research, Level B) for a continuing position to teach into the areas of…

  • OBON – call for abstracts Ocean Sciences Meeting

    The Ocean Biomolecular Observing Network (OBON) is organising a session at the Ocean Sciences Meeting in New Orleans, USA (18-23 February 2024). We are inviting abstracts from biomolecular observation projects, whether already part of OBON or not, and hope that the session will stimulate greater participation in our programme and collaboration between different eDNA/biomolecular initiatives.…

  • Job opportunity: Research Scientist (Ecosystem Genomics)

    The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (WA, Australia) has advertised a permanent position for an experienced eDNA scientist. Job DescriptionThis position: For more information and the full description: https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=333247

  • Job opportunity in New Zealand: Environmental DNA Senior Scientist

    Great job opportunity for eDNA/molecular scientists at the Cawthron Institute in New Zealand. Cawthron is hiring! Cawthron Institute is looking for an environmental DNA (eDNA) Senior Scientist to join their awesome molecular surveillance team at the Cawthron Institute in beautiful sunny Nelson – top of the South Island, Aotearoa New Zealand. The role will involve…

  • Call for Great Barrier Reef (eDNA) data!

    If you have conducted (eDNA) research in the Great Barrier Reef in the last 4 years, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority would like to hear from you! Your data could help assess the current state of the GBR and assist in managing the reef in the future. Read on for more information… The…