Integral’s Jennifer Wollenberg, Daniel Doolittle, and Sadie McGarvey introduce the cutting-edge applications of environmental DNA (eDNA) technology for biological monitoring and site management. This comprehensive overview explores how eDNA sampling can complement traditional biological assessments by providing cost-effective, non-invasive species detection and community characterization. Learn about the advantages of metabarcoding approaches, regulatory considerations, and the pathway forward for integrating this innovative tool into environmental monitoring programs. Part Two will feature specific case studies from Superfund sites and greenfield applications.
This insight is featured in the September 2025 Edition of Integral’s Benthic Zone Newsletter.
Read Part Two here.