The Applus+ environmental laboratory in Galicia is participating in "LeDNA", a groundbreaking project run by the Zurich Polytechnic University to monitor animal and plant diversity using environmental DNA (eDNA) from lakes.
Funded by the European Research Council, the project aims to transform the understanding and conservation of biodiversity using advanced DNA sequencing technologies. It is based on the hypothesis that lakes act as accumulators of eDNA from their catchments, enabling the monitoring of terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity on a large scale.
To take samples from nearly 500 lakes on International Biodiversity Day, 22nd May, the project mobilised scientists, the public, and researchers from all over the world. The sampling workflow involved a highly collaborative approach, with local partners receiving a sampling kit and training materials to ensure consistency and accuracy in data collection. In the case of Applus+, sampling was carried out at the As Forcadas reservoir. The project covered all associated costs, including sampling equipment, laboratory processing, sample sequencing, permits, data analysis and assistance for developing countries.
At Applus+, we value innovation and technical excellence, and consider it a privilege to be able contribute our expertise in chemical and biological analysis to this global endeavour.
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