In 2013, the Invasive Animals Cooperative Research Centre first funded the eDNA Surveillance program for Multiple High Risk Invasive Aquatic Species, based at the Institute for Applied Ecology, University of Canberra, Australia.
The project developed a quantitative framework of targeted species detection and demonstrated eDNA as a highly effective tool for detecting established pests in Australia.
Since then, the project team has become leaders in eDNA application and research in Australia and the Pacific, publishing numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and partnering with various agencies for improved monitoring and enhanced biosecurity through eDNA.
Today, the team – known as EcoDNA – translates the latest in eDNA technologies for applied nature-positive solutions in biosecurity and biodiversity for Australia and the Asia Pacific region.
More information about its applied eDNA technologies can be found at www.ecodna.org.au