eDNA Adoption: Weighing the Benefits and Challenges from Quebec Potential End-Users' Perspective.
The collection of environmental DNA (eDNA) is a relatively new, non-invasive and effective method for detecting the presence of rare or endangered species, invasive alien species, and monitoring fish and wildlife populations, thus contributing to better conservation of natural environments. Academic...
| Publicado en: | Environmental Management Vol. 75; no. 10; pp. 2571 - 2583 |
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Springer Nature
Oct2025
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