We offer a comprehensive range of training programs that can be tailored to your needs. These can be held at our laboratory in Gloucestershire UK, or we are happy to travel to you and help your organisation increase capacity for eDNA work in the country.

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Introduction to eDNA Course

Our introductory course offers a deep dive into eDNA techniques, with built in flexibility so you can pick and choose what is right for you.

Topics include:

• Theory and background to eDNA

• Designing robust eDNA field surveys

• Aquatic, terrestrial, soil and air sampling techniques

• Contamination control

• Meta data collection

• Laboratory quality control questions

Courses can be delivered at your site, ours or online.

Advanced eDNA Course

If you already have experience in collecting eDNA samples our 'Advanced eDNA Course' will help you to get the most our of your data.

Topics include:

• Robust survey design, accounting for dilution, distribution and degradation of eDNA

• How to minimise and manage false positive and negatives

• Data analysis and modelling applications.

This course will help you and your organisation unlock the full potential of your eDNA data. It will show you how to generate insights that go beyond the immediate scope of your sampling, and provide the tools to make cost-effective, evidence-based management decisions that directly inform conservation action.

We collaborate with universities to deliver engaging and informative eDNA training courses, tailored to the curriculum. These courses combine theoretical knowledge with practical training.

These course can help towards CIEEM degree accreditation through practical field and lab days, and several mandatory competencies including:

• S1 Species survey design

• SM1: Scientific method design and implementation

• SM2: Analysis of data

• SM3: Interpretation and evidence-based reporting

Setting up a molecular laboratory for eDNA work requires careful planning and expertise. We offer hands-on training in lab setup, workflow optimisation, and best practices for contamination control.

Our training covers essential techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and sequencing library preparation, ensuring your team gains the necessary skills for high-quality eDNA analysis.

Whether establishing a new facility or improving an existing setup, we can provide tailored support to meet your specific needs.

Lab setup and techniques training

University courses

"A technical subject made accessible, relatable, and practical."

Testimonials

"Great session, very informative talk and discussion, and excellent demo."

"Buffy and Laura are extremely knowledgeable and clearly at the cutting edge of their field. I look forward to seeing what they do in future."

"Such an engaging and informative session, welcomed discussion and ideas always accepted."

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