The First International eDNA Workshop in Hong Kong : A beginner's guide for the next-generation eDNA researcher

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Author(s)

  • Mathew Seymour
  • Isis Guibert
  • Gert-Jan Jeunen
  • Micaela Hellström
  • Matthieu Leray
  • Vasco Elbrect
  • Anthony Lau
  • Maxine Cutracci
  • Chun Ming How
  • Jack Chi Ho Ip
  • Zifang Liu
  • Jessica Moffitt
  • Cheng Qian
  • Cham Man Tse
  • Yifu Wang
  • Zhi Wang
  • Xiaoyi Zeng
  • Meihong Zhao

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Original languageEnglish
Article numbere552
Journal / PublicationEnvironmental DNA
Volume6
Issue number3
Online published4 May 2024
Publication statusPublished - May 2024

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Abstract

The field of environmental DNA (eDNA) has rapidly advanced in recent years, providing a non-invasive and time-saving method for assessing biodiversity. The First International Environmental DNA (eDNA) Workshop in Hong Kong was held from 16 to 27 October 2023 and provided early career professionals with hands-on training and collaboration opportunities in eDNA research. With support from The Croucher Foundation Limited (Hong Kong), the workshop covered all stages of an eDNA-based research project, including study design, field sampling, eDNA extraction, library preparation, bioinformatics, statistical data analysis, and ethics in scientific research. Participants gained insights into the principles and practical applications of eDNA technology, emphasizing the importance of careful experimental design and data interpretation. The workshop also highlighted the need for standardized protocols, comprehensive and local DNA reference databases, and careful selection of primer sets to overcome current issues and limitations. Workshop participants expressed enthusiasm for the potential of eDNA metabarcoding as a valuable tool for ecological monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and conservation decision-making. The future of eDNA research looks promising overall, with continued advancements in technology, collaboration among researchers, and the integration of eDNA into large-scale ecological monitoring. Future iterations of the Hong Kong International eDNA workshop will continue to provide hands-on training and collaboration opportunities for early career professionals interested in eDNA research, focusing on addressing current limitations and challenges in the field. © 2024 The Authors. Environmental DNA published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd.

Research Area(s)

  • biodiversity assessment, bioinformatics, conservation, early career professionals, metabarcoding, study design

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The First International eDNA Workshop in Hong Kong: A beginner's guide for the next-generation eDNA researcher. / Seymour, Mathew; Guibert, Isis; Jeunen, Gert-Jan et al.
In: Environmental DNA, Vol. 6, No. 3, e552, 05.2024.

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