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Using DNA to uncover the secrets of Liberia’s rainforests
This video, originally posted on dw.com, shows how NatureMetrics is using environmental DNA to track animals in Liberian forests to help better understand their intricate biodiversity and ensure further protection of these environments.
BIOSTREAM announced as one of 15 semifinalists for the XPRIZE Rainforest
We’re delighted with the opportunity to put our molecular knowledge to the test during the semifinals for the XPRIZE Rainforest, where we will be gathering high quality data at unprecedented speeds using our DNA and drone technologies
DNA-based biodiversity monitoring company NatureMetrics announces $15M in new funding to bring nature data to the boardroom
DNA-based biodiversity monitoring company NatureMetrics today announced that it has raised $15m in new funding. The investment is led by urban sustainability-focused VC fund 2150 with participation from Ananda Impact Ventures, SWEN Capital Partners’ Blue Ocean and BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund, and follow-on from Systemiq Capital.
An eDNA Breakaway in Marseille
What happens when you invite the NatureMetrics team to meet with the world's conservationist community in Marseille, France for the annual IUCN World Conservation Congress? A field trip, of course, along the beautiful Calanques coastline- a series of rocky cliffs and bays found along the jagged coast between the city of Marseille and the town of Cassis.
NatureMetrics wins Prestigious Innovation Kitemark Award
NatureMetrics had the pleasure of attending the HS2 Accelerator Team's Innovation Showcase Event to receive our BSI Innovation Kitemark.
Forestry: Measuring nature using the power of DNA
Better biodiversity data is essential to understand the impact of forestry management. Hear from NatureMetrics' Stefanie Kaiser on how this can be put into action.
NatureMetrics makes acquisition in North America
NatureMetrics has acquired the environmental DNA business of Canada-based Precision Biomonitoring. The deal was signed on 31 March 2022 and will see nine leading experts in the field of DNA-based bio-monitoring joining the NatureMetrics family.
Innovative fish eDNA project launched at offshore wind farm
Natural Power, EDF Renewables and NatureMetrics have kicked off a ground-breaking research project to validate offshore fish environmental DNA (eDNA) survey methods - the first of its kind to trial the use of eDNA to improve survey methods for offshore wind farm environmental impact assessments.
Perfect GCN eDNA proficiency test score for the fifth year running
At NatureMetrics we’re celebrating our fifth consecutive year of perfect scores in GCN proficiency testing, making us a partner of choice for anyone wanting to work with a high-quality experienced team.
Extensive practical guide to DNA-based biodiversity assessment methods published
Recognising the urgent need to scale up ecological monitoring as we respond to the biodiversity and climate crises, the DNAqua-Net international network have published a guidance document for the implementation of DNA-based biomonitoring tools.
NatureMetrics profiled in the UK Parliament’s 300 years of innovation commemorative album.
NatureMetrics is proud to be featured in the History of Parliament Trust 300 Years of Leadership and Innovation commemorative album that was launched at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday, 22 September 2021.
NatureMetrics scientists publish paper on eDNA validation scale
NatureMetrics team members Dr Kat Bruce and Dr Lynsey Harper are among the authors of a newly-published research paper titled ‘A validation scale to determine the readiness of environmental DNA assays for routine species monitoring’. A key message of the paper is that assays at intermediate validation levels may still be highly effective and can be informative for applied monitoring. Crucially, the paper provides guidance on how to interpret positive and negative results from assays at each stage of the scale.
NatureMetrics and IUCN launch eBioAtlas to tackle biodiversity crisis.
NatureMetrics and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) today announce the launch of eBioAtlas: a joint programme to map global freshwater biodiversity using eDNA.
NatureMetrics named one of Sifted’s Sustain 100
NatureMetrics has been listed in Sifted's Sustain 100: the European sustainability startups to watch in 2021. Sifted cherrypicked the 100 most innovative startups across climate tech, cleantech, GreenTech and beyond.
NatureMetrics to feature in Robert Downey’s Jr’s ‘Fridays with Footprint’
NatureMetrics will be joining Robert Downey Jr’s FootPrint Coalition team on their Fridays with Footprint webchat. Fridays with Footprint is a weekly conversation to get to know the world of FootPrint Coalition.
Let’s talk about ‘Net Zero for Nature’
The UK Govt has recently announced action to help stop the decline of biodiversity by 2030. NatureMetrics applauds this “Net Zero for Nature”. However, we are mindful that the effectiveness with which these reforms are implemented and monitored will determine the extent to which they produce real progress.
eDNA Highlighted in IUCN’s Corporate Biodiversity Guidelines
eDNA technology has been highlighted in the recent IUCN guidelines as a cost-effective way of gathering data while minimising the need for people on the ground. These guidelines were published to help companies evaluate their biodiversity performance and promote internal decision-making and external disclosure.
NatureMetrics relocates to Surrey Research Park after securing £6.5m investment to scale-up
NatureMetrics is delighted to announce a £6.5m investment and a relocation to Surrey Research Park to expand our growing business delivering biodiversity data to businesses, NGOs and governments using DNA. This growth will expand our product range, as we make use of the facilities in Surrey Research Park to refine and develop our technology.
Introducing BIOSTREAM- Bringing rainforest nature data to life
We are proud to introduce BIOSTREAM - Biodiversity Sampling Technology for Remote Environmental Assessment and Monitoring - brought to you by NatureMetrics, Dendra Systems, and SYSTEMIQ.
NatureMetrics support new film: Britain’s Hidden Fishes
A new film has successfully crowdfunded £30,000 to showcase rarely shot footage of Britain’s Hidden Fishes. NatureMetrics supported the crowdfund by donating four eDNA Discovery Labs with 100 % of the sales given to the project.
Innovative new project announced by NatureMetrics & Scottish Government
The Scottish Government and NatureMetrics are using innovative nature monitoring to report on progress towards global biodiversity goals. In this new project, the Scottish Government are progressing nature reporting by developing new landscape level nature monitoring using DNA.
Perfect GCN eDNA proficiency test score for the fourth year running
At NatureMetrics we’re celebrating our fourth year of perfect scores in GCN proficiency testing making us a partner of choice for anyone wanting to work with a high-quality experienced team.
Introducing Dr Hayley Craig: Our Soil and Sediment Expert
Our Soil and Sediment Expert
NatureMetrics featured in BBC Wildlife magazine
Did you spot our NatureMetrics filter kit in the May edition of BBC Wildlife Magazine?
NatureMetrics featured in Transform Magazine
NatureMetrics have been featured in Transform Magazine. Read the full article to learn the many advantages of using environmental DNA based methods.
Join our eDNA webinar with NatureMetrics founder Dr Kat Bruce
In the first episode of the NatureMetrics webinar series we discussed how environmental DNA can increase the power and pace of biodiversity surveys. Watch now!
Behind the scenes: Meet Joe, our Operations Coordinator
Joe is involved in all aspects of operations at NatureMetrics, whether it be overseeing our orders, communicating with clients, designing and managing our website or liaising with marketing operations.
15% reached of the 1000 rivers target
The 1000 rivers project is a combined effort to sample 1000 of the rivers that feed into the North Atlantic Ocean. Capturing knowledge on such a large geographical scale involves many partners, including NatureMetrics.
eDNA trialled for monitoring fish in community-run marine protected areas in Mozambique
One of our most exciting projects of 2020 was a pilot project on the coast of Mozambique, which gave us the chance to work with a wide range of stakeholders to trial the use of eDNA in Inhambane Bay.
Perfect GCN eDNA proficiency test score for the third year running 2020
The NatureMetrics GCN team has for the third year running scored a perfect ten out of ten in the FAPAS GCN eDNA proficiency test. This year, NatureMetrics was one of five companies that were able to achieve a 100% score.
Behind the scenes: Meet CT, our Lead Scientist
If you’ve worked with NatureMetrics before, it’s likely that you will have benefitted from the dedication of lead scientist Dr CT, who is one of the original four employees.
Perfect GCN proficiency test score 2019
The NatureMetrics GCN team has once again scored a perfect ten out of ten in the FAPAS 2019 GCN eDNA proficiency test, one of only two companies that were able to achieve this.
