Crew streamlines DNA assortment, evaluation for wildlife conservation

A brand new DNA-collection method permits scientists to seize genetic info from wildlife with out disturbing the animals or placing their very own security in jeopardy. The protocol, examined on elephant dung, yielded sufficient DNA to sequence complete genomes not solely of the elephants but in addition of the related microbes, vegetation, parasites and different organisms — at a fraction of the price of present approaches.