eDNA: a hands-on approach to environmental monitoring (LC-25-2-123)


Description
Discover the revolutionary world of environmental DNA (eDNA) and how it can be a game-changer in aquatic research.

This practical, hands-on course, will kickstart your skills and ability to design effective eDNA surveys, mastering the art of interpreting eDNA data from qPCR and metabarcoding analyses, and analyse aquatic biodiversity using real world sampling in your local area. Gain practical experience with a complimentary water sampling kit as part of the course fee, including vertebrate biodiversity analysis for a site of your choosing and bring your local data to life!

Join us live and unlock the secrets of aquatic ecosystems using eDNA.

**2-sessions x 2-hour hands-on course.
Price includes sample kit for local sample collection.
Please note: International customs regulations limit sampling kits to Australian residents only; others are welcome to register but won’t receive kits.
Access recordings if you cannot attend live.
Content
  • Introduction
  • Sampling kit information | Instructions and timeline
  • Sampling kit | Instructions and timeline
  • Pre-course preparation - optional webinar viewing
  • Pre-Course Survey
  • part 1
  • Session 1 Join Link | Thursday 20 February | 1 - 3 pm Sydney Time
  • Session 1 Resources
  • Session 1 Survey
  • part 2
  • Session 2 Preparation
  • Session 2 Join Link | Thursday 10 April | 1 - 3 pm Sydney Time
  • Final Feedback Survey (complete to receive certificate)
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever