Biosecurity molecular screening using eDNA technology (Old ID 27284)
Principal Investigator
This project will test the application of environmental DNA (eDNA) methods for invasive honeybees and bee parasites. The primary objective of the project is to research eDNA technology along with portable sequencing devices to determine their applicability for operational use in screening for priority species and diseases. In scopeactivities include development and testing of eDNA methods for laboratory analysis as well as portable diagnostic technology for detection in operational environments. The project will be carried out in collaboration with The Centre for Invasive Species Solutions (CISS), the University of Canberra and the Queensland Department of Agriculture and Fisheries.
06 Jul 2021 - 15 Sep 2023
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Early detection;Monitoring;eDNA;In-situ detection;Invasive bees;Bee parasites
Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment
446000
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