Ocean DNA Explorer

The Ocean DNA Explorer is a data portal, search engine, and visualization tool dedicated to ocean environmental DNA (eDNA) data. Built to host datasets generated using standardized protocols, it enables researchers to compare studies, discover trends, and perform complex searches across data contributed by NOAA Omics, NOAA Ocean Exploration, and partner organizations worldwide.
eDNA
Developing standardized environmental DNA protocols and pipelines for marine biodiversity assessment across MBON nodes.
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Southeast US MBON
Southeastern United States, integrating fieldwork and satellite observations.
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eDNA Visualization
Interactive visualization of environmental DNA (eDNA) detections across taxa and sites.
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Recorded sessions from the OBON FAIR eDNA Workshop 2026 on findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR) practices for ocean environmental DNA data.
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NOAA and Partner Agencies New Awards
NOAA and partner agencies recognise outstanding contributions to marine biodiversity science and the development of operational ocean observation programmes.
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Advances in Molecular eDNA Techniques
Central to the US MBON is the development of new and innovative means to assess marine biodiversity. The MBON community has made significant advances in …
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