Projects

Monterey Bay Diver-Tow Platform Validation

Field trials evaluating filter materials, pore size, and preservation methods to determine which configurations maximize species detection in diver-tow eDNA sampling.

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Why Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary?

Monterey Bay’s productive upwelling system and kelp forest habitats, combined with its status as a well-studied marine protected area, provide a controlled setting for BLUeDNA Institute’s method development. These trials focus on improving sampling consistency and data comparability to support standardized eDNA protocols for monitoring and reporting.

Trial Focus

Method validation and optimization

Filter materials & pore size

Comparing capture efficiency and clogging behavior across filter types and pore sizes under consistent dive conditions.

Preservation & handling

Testing preservation approaches that maintain DNA integrity while remaining practical for field deployment.

Sampling and sequencing consistency

Assessing consistency in sampling and sequencing to reduce variability and improve comparability in species detection.

Behind the scenes in Monterey Bay

Field testing in Monterey Bay, including dive preparation, sampler deployment, sample handling, and team coordination.

Bring eDNA monitoring to your coastal site

We collaborate with NGOs, conservation programs, independent researchers, expedition and tourism operators, dive centers, and local communities to design sampling strategies and deliver decision-ready data.

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