Out now and led by the impeccable GJ Jeunen: a new way to squeeze #eDNA sequences from preserved natural samplers!
NO need to damage the old specimens: just take out the DNA leached into the ethanol!

Also: we have a new entry into the #nsDNA world: #bryozoa!

onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Spatial and Seasonal Biodiversity Variation in a Large Mediterranean Lagoon Using Environmental DNA Metabarcoding Through Sponge Tissue Collection Ecosystem monitoring is essential for preventing biodiversity loss, and in the Mar Menor lagoon (SE Spain), where intensive agriculture has led to eutrophication and mass mortality of marine fauna, i....

A lovely addition to the field of #sponge #nsDNA #eDNA expertly led by @anariesgo.bsky.social ‘s team!

Curious fact: I once caught a nice Diplodus sargus in the Mar Menor, with @cbenvenuto.bsky.social

onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

For the sponges, owing to the sponges, unveiling ocean life through #eDNA #nsDNA
#IMCC7