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How #cool is this?! Organisms shed DNA into their surrounding environment via skin, scales, feces, and bodily fluids. Scientists can collect and analyze this complex mixture of environmental DNA (#eDNA) to detect the presence of a species of interest (e.g., #endangered, #invasive, or #pathogen) or to describe entire #biological communities without disturbing the environment. Dive into the #biodiversity of our deepwater #ecosystems. Discover how science can make the invisible visible. Learn about #Stantec’s 18 environmental DNA applications to help achieve #naturepositive goals. #EarthDay2024 #Stantecproud https://ow.ly/tHRQ50QLZE4

A model for the noninvasive, habitat-inclusive estimation of upper limit abundance for synanthropes, exemplified by M. fascicularis Science Advances https://lnkd.in/ennhRziX

Exciting collection of papers on new technologies for global insect monitoring. So much to learn about how to monitor insects effectively and accurately without relying on labour-intensive physical fieldwork, watch this space! #biodiversity #insectconservation https://lnkd.in/eVbwqB5M

This paper resulted from the collaboration within the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) working group on the application of genetics in fisheries and aquaculture.

Can the genome of marine species help us predict the future of the oceans? 🌊 MARE researcher Gonçalo Silva took part in the article "Predicting the future of our oceans - Evaluating genomic forecasting approaches in marine species", published in the scientific journal Global Change Biology last March. "Information on marine organisms is still very scarce compared to the terrestrial environment. In this article we propose a multidisciplinary approach that integrates genomics and modeling tools, with the aim of estimating more accurately the effect of climate change on the distribution of marine organisms," explains Gonçalo Silva. To find out more and access the article, visit the MARE website👇 https://lnkd.in/d88pP3qu

Lights! Camera! Mixotrophy! Research Scientist Karen Stamieszkin is using flowcam imagery of single-cell protists to model the volume and surface of these tiny organisms. She’ll then compare the models to the results of experiments on how flexible these organisms are when it comes to nutrient acquisition. Scientists have learned that many phytoplankton can switch between photosynthesis (like plants) and ingesting prey (like us) when it comes to getting their carbon — something that was once considered unusual, but might be the norm. For more on this evolving work, check out our mixotrophy story from last summer: https://ow.ly/IF9Z50RmwSa Images: Jay Krithivas from Northeastern University

Learn more about how scientists at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences are using #FlowCam to study phytoplankton.

Here's another great example of an important study--predicting diversity of tree species in forests--using open data from the NEON Program that we proudly operate for the National Science Foundation NCRN, https://okt.to/JTGzLv

Ever wished to see the inner workings of a zebrafish in stunning detail? Our latest application note reveals how FAST-EM technology is revolutionizing life and environmental sciences with high-resolution imaging of multiple organs at just 4 nm resolution! You’ll also, 💡Discover the potential of FAST-EM to accelerate your research. 💡Explore the advantages of using zebrafish as a model for human diseases and environmental impact studies. Curious to learn more? Read the application note here - https://hubs.li/Q02GwG800 #ZebrafishResearch #Nanoimaging #LifeSciences #EnvironmentalScience #FASTEM #Innovation

🌍 Exploring the Diversity of Life🧬  Discover how scientists classify living organisms into kingdoms, phyla, and species! From single-celled wonders to complex mammals, this video unravels the fascinating system of biological classification. #VAVAClasses #Biodiversity #LivingThings #ScienceExplained