Citizen Scientists Join Researchers in Groundbreaking Global DNA Collection Project
The LeDNA project is set to create the largest collection of environmental DNA (eDNA) ever gathered from aquatic environments in a single day, providing a comprehensive snapshot of global biodiversity. Citizen scientists are teaming up with researchers to collect DNA samples from hundreds of lakes across the globe, with over 500 individuals from 101 countries participating in the initiative. Environmental DNA has been instrumental in detecting endangered species and is considered a valuable asset for biodiversity monitoring, although researchers acknowledge its limitations.
University Researchers Looking for ‘Black Hole Hunters’
University Researchers Looking for ‘Black Hole Hunters’ By Ethan Gudge A university has launched an appeal for “black hole hunters”. The University of Southampton is looking for citizen scientists to search through telescope data to help identify black holes. Volunteers…