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Ocean Diagnostics Inc.

@oceandiagnostics.bsky.social
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Innovative technologies that enable researchers and community scientists to monitor microplastics and biodiversity in freshwater and marine environments. 🪸🧬🌊🐠 #eDNA #microplastics #conservationtechnology Discover more ➜ www.oceandiagnostics.com

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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Monitoring #microplastics in freshwater and marine environments can be challenging. Founded by marine scientists and engineers, we remove the barriers with: ✅ Automated depth samplers  ✅ A state-of-the-art analytical laboratory ✅ Scientific expertise ✅ Community science tools #MICRO2026
Woman stands at the side of an inlet holding a 20-pound microplastics depth sampler in one hand.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Ocean Diagnostics was founded by scientists and engineers to break the barriers of monitoring #plasticpollution and #biodiversity in freshwater and marine environments. Our cutting-edge technologies enable you to generate reliable and sufficient data, in less time. oceandiagnostics.com #eDNA
Woman in a toque and sunglasses walks down a pier carrying a 20-pound eDNA depth sampling instrument.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
We are proud to sponsor the Global #eDNA Conference hosted by @ednacollab.bsky.social and Marine Technology Society. 🧬 We'll exhibit and demo our samplers at Booth #12 and drop some exciting new tech announcements. Will we see you there? #environmentalDNA #conservationgenetics #biodiversity
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We had a great time at COAST Canada's #oceantech event in downtown Victoria last week, showcasing our technologies for #VictoriaTechWeek! #eDNA #microplastics #sustainabletechnology
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
This small #eDNA sampler is making a BIG impact! Launched only a year ago, it's already enabled park rangers, researchers, government and citizen scientists in Canada, the US, Australia, and the EU to collect reliable samples in very remote freshwater sites and marine environments.
A black eDNA sampler sits in a hand that is stretched out over a small road-side creek alongside farm land. Fall colours in the small background mountains.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
We had a great time with all the #oceantech companies in Victoria yesterday for #VictoriaTechWeek2026! We loved seeing curiosity and excitement from the public, including students and retirees, about the tech and science advancing our understanding and protection of our #ocean. 🌊 #TechWeek2026
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Studying #microplastics in the water is no easy feat! Our Isolated Particle Analysis service uses #FTIR to identify chemical composition and polymer type of visible particles so you can identify potential sources and strengthen data for peer-reviewed publications. #microplasticresearch
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Microplastic pollution threatens environmental health, but we need more scientific data, particularly at depth, to stop it at the source. Our automated microplastics depth samplers and state-of-the-art microplastics analytical services provide reliable data from freshwater and marine environments.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Our Lab Manager, Iselle Flores Ruiz, is presenting at #AtlanticPlastics2026! Studying Temporal Trends of Microplastic Pollution in the St. Lawrence River Basin. A Case Study. Wednesday, 21 October 2026. 10:45–11:00am Silfurberg B. Harpa Conference Centre #microplasticsresearch #plasticpollution
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
WE can ALL help to tackle microplastic pollution. By learning about microplastics, contributing local data and engaging our communities, we can help to identify sources and solutions. oceandiagnostics.com/microplastic... #backtoschool #teachingresources #teachingideas #scienceteacher #citizenscience
Up close of someone's hands holding a stainless steel seive with debris and colourful microplastics showingSomeone crouches by a 2 meter- squared section of beach straining sand through a stainless steel sieve to look for microplasticssomeone crouches on the sand by the beach shoreline measuring down to identify where to begin scooping sand for microplastics sampling
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The #FraserRiver is integral to the economy, generating close to 10% of #Canada's GDP. To better understand how #plasticpollution could impact river health, and help inform solutions, we've teamed up with @ubcappliedscience.bsky.social to fill data gaps and provide future prediction models.
A graphic of a numerical microplastics distribution prediction model provided by Dr. Mona Rahmani, UBC.The Ascension microplastics depth sampler is lowered into the Fraser River from a dock.A researcher sits onboard a small boat preparing Ocean Diagnostics' Ascension microplastics depth sampler for deployment.The Ascension microplastics depth sampler is seen below the surface of the Fraser River from above.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
#Plasticpollution affects freshwater and marine biodiversity. To stop it at the source, decision makers require large amounts of scientific data that is not easy to collect. So we developed innovative microplastics monitoring tools to help researchers and community scientists. ➡️ hubs.ly/Q04tCLTp0
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Environmental DNA is an effective and cost-effective method for Marine Protected Areas to map, measure and monitor biodiversity, including cryptic, invasive and protected species. Learn more at hubs.ly/Q04sHkrt0 #30x30 #oceandecade #MPA #eDNA #biodiversity
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
We've designed #eDNA samplers to suite your research needs. They are automated, portable and rechargeable, equipped with in-situ filtration and provide real-time data. Applicable with any freshwater or marine environment, you can sample where and when you want. 🧬 oceandiagnostics.com/environmenta...
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Our automated depth sampler, Ascension, provides a simple user interface. You control which channels to open and close, at your desired depths. Flow rate, filtration volume, temperature, depth and GPS are shown in real-time, and all data is automatically logged every minute.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Our co-founders had a clear mission: Develop innovative tech to generate the #microplastics data needed to inform solutions. They introduced sensors, automation and machine learning to microplastic sampling and lab analysis to advance #science and #conservation. oceandiagnostics.com/microplastic...
Ocean Diagnostics' co-founders, Dean Wenham and Ethan Edson, stand beside each other at the wheel of a sail boat. In long jackets and lifejackets, they look at the camera, a Canadian flag blowing off the back of the boat.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
As part of the Darwin 200 Expedition, scientists from Ascension Island Government used our automated #eDNA depth sampler in the Marine Protected Area seamounts to detect shark presence. The scientific data will inform #conservation. 🦈 #SharkWeek2026 #SharkWeek #marinescience #fisheries
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Scientists at @stanforduniversity.bsky.social say advancements in #eDNA technology could help us to answer the question, ‘If I surf at this beach today, is there a white shark around?” 🦈 Read the story: oceandiagnostics.com/ocean-diagno... #whitesharks #sharkweek #sharks #science #oceanscience
Scientist sits smiling on the back of a small boat wearing a long sleeve shirt and life jacket. In their right hand is a small eDNA surface sampler (black looking box). In their other hand, a long tube hangs down into the calm, dark ocean water collecting eDNA.Two white sharks swim beside each other close to the surface of the ocean. Sun rays shine through the blue water onto them. View is from the side of the sharks.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
We analyze microplastic samples in our ISO-5 Clean Laboratory using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (#FTIR). We can identify 20 of the most common plastic polymer types down to 10 microns and provide reliable polymer abundance, size, morphology, and chemical composition data. 🧑🏼‍🔬🔬
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
We offer FREE microplastics resources for classrooms and communities. Learn how to identify microplastic types, where they come from and how you can help contribute data. Subscribe to get started. oceandiagnostics.com/microplastic...
Cover page of a powerpoint presentation that says "Understanding Microplastic Pollution." Includes illustrations of seat turtles, fish and seagrass and Ocean Diagnostics' logo.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Moon jellies galore on this weekend's paddle in #Victoria. 🪼 #YYJ #pacificocean #ecology
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
How does our exec team unwind? In the ocean of course! 🤿 Ashleigh and Ethan enjoy exploring the Salish Sea by boat, paddle and fins. A new favourite past time is identifying the anemones and fish in Victoria while snorkeling. The waters are frigid, but the creatures are breathtaking.
A woman and man stand side by side giving the thumbs up standing on a pier infront of a lighthouse on the ocean while sun sets
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Dr. Kim Parsons is a research geneticist at @fisheries.noaa.gov in Seattle. Her team uses Ocean Diagnostics' #eDNA depth and surface samplers to study large #marinemammals. By uncovering how #cetaceans travels in marine waters they can better inform conservation measures. 🐳🐬 (Video by Paul Hillman)
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
It's a dirty job, but someone has to do it! 💩 Our lab team has been analyzing #microplastics from wastewater samples using #FTIR (in a clean room not pictured). Even when they're out of the field, our scientists find a way to get their hands dirty. 🙈 #environmentalscience #monitoring #waterquality
Two scientists in white lab coats, latex gloves and eye protection stand facing and smiling at the camera.Two scientists stand in white lab coats. One is hold a large garbage bag containing wastewater samples in large buckets. The other stands behind her with his thumbs up. Both are smiling.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
From Barbados and Canada to Nigeria and Australia, community Scientists around the world are helping to tackle microplastic pollution. Read their stories and start a project in your community: hubs.ly/Q04nQ5hV0 Together, WE can ALL make a difference. #citizenscience #plasticfreejuly #microplastic
Two smiling children stand in front of a sandy beach in Barbados holding Ocean Diagnostics cases containing microplastics imaging systemsA group of Nigerian youth walk down a street in matching blue and green shirts with gloves ready to clean up plastic pollutionTwo teen girls kneel at a sandy beach on an overcast day to sift microplastics.Three older ladies in matching tshirts stand smiling together after a microplastics survey.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
(2/6) Single-use plastic items are made to be durable, which means they do not degrade in the environment. Instead, they break up into smaller pieces called #microplastics. With only 9% of Canada's plastic was actually recycled, a significant amount of single-use plastic ended up in the environment.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Our #eDNA Surface Sampler has been out in the field with Aden Ip from @ednacollab.bsky.social as part of a portable toolkit to collect fish, pathogen and bacteria data all in less than a day's work! 🧬🐟 www.linkedin.com/posts/aden-i... (Photo credit: Aden Ip) #genomics #biodiversity #IAS #science
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
As a company founded by marine scientists and engineers to overcome field sampling challenges with innovative tech, we designed a portable #eDNA surface sampler that anyone, anywhere can use. 🧬🐟 Check it out: oceandiagnostics.com/edna-surface... #biodiversity #freshwater #marineecology
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Environmental DNA is a cost-effective and non-invasive method to effectively monitor freshwater and marine biodiversity. 🧬🦦 Explore its different applications and innovative sampling technologies: hubs.ly/Q04mzKbr0 #biodiversity #ecology #marineecology #marinebiology #freshwaterecology #eDNA
up close of an otter swimming on its back looking directly at the camera
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
New tech is transforming #fisheries science and #salmon conservation. The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission recently uncovered surprising Chinook migration behaviours using our #eDNA Surface Sampler in extremely remote headwaters. Findings are helping inform conservation. hubs.ly/Q04mpDqQ0
Man kneels at the side of a river collecting eDNA samples with a small, hand-held device.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Every microplastic particle tells a story that can help inform solutions. Our Lab Manager, Iselle, explains how microplastic "fingerprints" provide data that is crucial for understanding how microplastics move through the environment, their sources, and how to stop them. #microplastics #envsci
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
"One of my favourite parts of this (#eDNA) system is that it’s compatible with a wide range of filter types, making it easy to tailor to different project needs. It’s streamlined the sampling process in a way I couldn’t have done otherwise.” - Amy Migneault from @uvic.ca & @mersociety.bsky.social.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Environmental DNA sampling can help to protect endangered species like many sea turtles. A non-invasive method that captures genetic material shed in the environments, #eDNA is cost-effective and scalable for ongoing monitoring. oceandiagnostics.com/biodiversity... #worldturtleday #seaturtleweek
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Estuaries transport plastic from land to the ocean, but their high turbidity makes them challenging to study. New methods and technology to monitor #microplastics in estuaries have now been validated. oceandiagnostics.com/ocean-diagno... #plasticpollution #microplasticresearch #oceanography
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
That time @minderoo.bsky.social used our #eDNA depth sampler to capture hundreds of data points for the world's largest marine database. 🧬 (Photo by Giacomo d'Orlando taken in Abrolhos Islands) oceandiagnostics.com/ocean-diagno...
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Curious to learn how our #eDNA Surface Sampler performs in different environments? Download our Data Sheet and learn more ⬇️ 🧬 hubs.ly/Q04jYnmN0
A cover image of the eDNA Surface Sampler Data sheet shows an example of the document.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Environmental DNA can effectively detect invasive species. Advanced #eDNA sampling technologies offer scalable and cost-effective ways to map #IAS in freshwater and marine environments. Discover the tools at oceandiagnostics.com/environmenta... #invasivespecies #EIAs #biodiversity
Image of an invasive green crab overtop of a shellfish.View of a rocky shoreline from just off the coast of the Pacific Northwest.A man kneels at the end of a river to collect environmental DNA using a small sampling device.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
This #WorldOceansDay we are "reimagining" a future where baseline #ocean data and the #technology to monitor progress are readily available to anyone who needs them. This act would turn ambition into real-world transformation. Explore the possibilities: hubs.ly/Q04knWzt0 @worldoceanday.bsky.social
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Celebrate #WorldOceansDay with our Youth Ambassador, Liam! Liam is an environmental steward and innovator actively engaged in local, national and international plastic pollution initiatives. Join him at #OceansWeekVictoria this Sunday! 🙌 #WorldOceanDay #citizenscience @worldoceanday.bsky.social
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
DNA reveals how far salmon are traveling, and it's farther than we had thought. Thanks @columbiainsight.bsky.social for highlighting our #eDNA collaboration with Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission detecting #salmon in remote headwaters. hubs.ly/Q04hPV5S0 #biodiversity #conservation #fisheries
Image of a spawning salmon nearing the end of its life.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission recently used our #eDNA Surface Sampler in extremely remote Olympic National Park headwaters. They found Chinook farther than believed to be their migration reach. The data will support #fisheries conservation efforts. 🏞️ oceandiagnostics.com/ocean-diagno...
Scientist sits on a rock on the side of a remote headwater to prepare a filter for eDNA sampling.Three scientists wade waist-deep in remote headwaters to get to their eDNA sampling site.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Monitoring biodiversity at the local level can have global impacts. 🌊 Local data can support stronger environmental policies, guide conservation priorities and inform regional and international biodiversity conservation efforts. #BiodiversityDay #IDB2026 #conservation #biodiversity #worldturtleday
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
What does chemistry have to do with plastic pollution? ⚛️ Using spectroscopy methods, we detect plastic particles from organic material and identify their polymer types. This data helps to identify sources and potential solutions. #microplastics #SETAC #SETACMaastricht #ecotoxicology #chemistry
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Looking for funding to support your #eDNA monitoring project? The second phase of the @obon-ocean.bsky.social microgrant call opens on 15 May 2026, with a deadline of 31 May 2026 for Expressions of Intent (EOI) to Apply. obon-ocean.org/saige/saige-... #environmentalDNA #funding
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
There is a BIG difference between traditional #microplastics depth sampling equipment and our portable, automated sampler. Explore Ascension and how it's breaking down research barriers at oceandiagnostics.com/microplastic.... #SETAC #toxicology #ecotoxicology #contaminants #SETACMaastricht
A very large rosette with several Niskin bottles is lifted with a winch system and crew from the side of a research vessel. A 20-pound sampling instrument is held by one person from the back of a small dinghy boat.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
How do you measure microplastics in turbid estuarine environments? Together with @cnrs.fr, we have validated methods and technology to monitor #microplastics in estuaries. Read the press release at the link in our comments ⬇️ #ecotoxicology #SETAC #MARLICE #MARLICE2026 #CircularOcean #MarineLitter
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Don't miss our session on #eDNA auto samplers at #ASLOSIL26 on May 15th! Abstract Number: 10912 Session: SS053A Autonomous and In Situ eDNA Technologies. Scaling Molecular Biodiversity Observations in Aquatic Ecosystems Room Number/Location: 519B Date and Time: 15/5/2026 at 02:30 PM (Eastern Time)
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Master's student Rhys Jenson presented his study on #microplastics in whales at the recent #UBCOceansSymposium. Rhys deployed our automated depth sampler to collect water samples alongside manual fecal collection. The study found microplastics, mostly #microfibres, in 100% of the fecal samples. 🐋
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
"I don't know where we'd be without our collaborators." Our CEO, Ethan Edson, spoke about the power of #collaboration at @ubcoceans.bsky.social's 10-Year Anniversary Symposium yesterday. At ODI, collaboration is a guiding principal and deeply rooted value. People drive our product development.
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Ocean Diagnostics Inc. @oceandiagnostics.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
How do you monitor #biodiversity in 50 freshwater lakes? Using our eDNA Surface Sampler @museumofnature.bsky.social collected 200 samples, some in very remote sites, to create baseline data and detect invasive and elusive species. #invasivespecies #conservation #environmentalDNA #envsci
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