We are using metabarcoding and other innovative techniques to better understand how farming affects nutrient cycling in soils.

Assessing agricultural nutrient recycling using metabarcoding

We are using DNA methods to identify what dugongs in the Townsville region are eating other than seagrass, and trialling a new eDNA approach.

Assessing dugong poo using eDNA

We are using environmental DNA to understand the distribution of fish species, allowing us to identify structures that act as barriers to fish migration.

Using eDNA to detect barriers to fish in Australian waterways

We employ eDNA technology to detect the presence of threatened species, such as frogs and turtles, without needing to sight them. This allows for more effective conservation efforts.

Using eDNA to find threatened species

We are partnering with communities to understand species distribution and detect invasive species using environmental DNA (eDNA).

Community eDNA monitoring

Environmental DNA (eDNA) research plays a vital role in for detecting and monitoring invasive species for biosecurity management.

eDNA technology revolutionises invasive species biosecurity

We are using eDNA to detect the presence of invasive fish in waterways.

Using eDNA as a surveillance tool for invasive fish

Using cameras to collect thousands of images, we are able to track and monitor the abundance and diversity of species with AI.

Artificial intelligence to track and monitor species