Applications of Environmental DNA in Biomonitoring Across Multiple Trophic Levels
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 98
Special Issue Editors
Interests: fish functional diversity; environmental DNA; invasive fish species; multiple human impacts; aquatic biodiversity and conservation
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Interests: fish invasion ecology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In ecological research, environmental DNA (eDNA) has emerged as a transformative tool for biomonitoring, offering unique insights into the biodiversity and ecological integrity of diverse ecosystems. This Special Issue examines the widespread application of eDNA across multiple trophic levels, encompassing the complex web of interactions that sustain ecological communities.
We cordially invite researchers to submit original manuscripts, including research articles, reviews, and case studies, that highlight the latest developments in eDNA-based biomonitoring. Contributions are sought on topics such as the refinement of eDNA sampling and analytical methodologies, the synthesis of eDNA data with traditional ecological assessment techniques, and the implementation of eDNA in conservation and management frameworks.
This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the current research landscape and prospects of eDNA in biomonitoring, with a balanced focus on both single- and multi-trophic-level applications. It serves as a platform for scholars to engage in scholarly debate and contribute to the evolving field of eDNA science. We eagerly anticipate your submissions and the valuable insights they will bring to this timely and critical topic.
Dr. Lei Zhou
Dr. Dang'En Gu
Dr. Yangchun Gao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- environmental DNA (eDNA)
- biomonitoring
- multitrophic interactions
- biodiversity assessment
- conservation strategies
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