Mat Seymour
@matseymour.bsky.social
Professor at The University of Hong Kong (www.seymourlab.net). I am an eDNA specialist with a background in ecology, biogeography and metacommunity dynamics. My lab focuses on marine and freshwater systems. Associate editor for Environmental DNA
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My first post here 🙂
👩🔬💧 Can a few drops of water reveal hidden rice-field pests?
Our new bioRxiv preprint shows how low-cost eDNA can help farmers track native & invasive species efficiently—no long surveys needed.
🌾 Read more: www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#eDNA #Agroecology #PestMonitoring
👩🔬💧 Can a few drops of water reveal hidden rice-field pests?
Our new bioRxiv preprint shows how low-cost eDNA can help farmers track native & invasive species efficiently—no long surveys needed.
🌾 Read more: www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#eDNA #Agroecology #PestMonitoring
October 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM
My first post here 🙂
👩🔬💧 Can a few drops of water reveal hidden rice-field pests?
Our new bioRxiv preprint shows how low-cost eDNA can help farmers track native & invasive species efficiently—no long surveys needed.
🌾 Read more: www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#eDNA #Agroecology #PestMonitoring
👩🔬💧 Can a few drops of water reveal hidden rice-field pests?
Our new bioRxiv preprint shows how low-cost eDNA can help farmers track native & invasive species efficiently—no long surveys needed.
🌾 Read more: www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1...
#eDNA #Agroecology #PestMonitoring
The Croucher Foundation, who graciously funded our eDNA workshop, were kind to interview and report on the ongoing research in our lab. It's been a busy start the past couple of years and we are very excited to share more of our results soon. croucher.org.hk/en/news/moni...
Monitoring biodiversity through eDNA
Monitoring biodiversity through eDNA
croucher.org.hk
June 26, 2025 at 5:21 AM
The Croucher Foundation, who graciously funded our eDNA workshop, were kind to interview and report on the ongoing research in our lab. It's been a busy start the past couple of years and we are very excited to share more of our results soon. croucher.org.hk/en/news/moni...
Baian presenting his PhD chapter on the taxonomy of the Nibea genus. A key Croaker group with unresolved species placements, which Baian has been enthusiastic to resolve.
June 13, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Baian presenting his PhD chapter on the taxonomy of the Nibea genus. A key Croaker group with unresolved species placements, which Baian has been enthusiastic to resolve.
Thomas presenting his initial findings from our night purse seine fishery survey study, in collaboration with the AFCD. Eight months with 167 unique species.
June 11, 2025 at 10:47 AM
Thomas presenting his initial findings from our night purse seine fishery survey study, in collaboration with the AFCD. Eight months with 167 unique species.
HKU Ecologists Unveil Critical Insights into Marine Biodiversity Dynamics Using Environmental DNA
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June 9, 2025 at 1:12 AM
HKU Ecologists Unveil Critical Insights into Marine Biodiversity Dynamics Using Environmental DNA
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Our new study shows how eDNA can track fine scale marine biodiversity loss under human impacts. Using a large scale mesocosm experiment we monitored temporal dynamics in bio-accumulation, response to stressors and eDNA degradation #eDNA #MarineBiodiversity onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....
Quantifying the Temporal Dynamics of Marine Biodiversity Under Anthropogenic Impacts Using eDNA Metabarcoding
This study uses eDNA to explore marine biodiversity changes under anthropogenic impacts, with a focus on marine community dynamics. Through the use of eDNA metabarcoding, the research identified 814 ....
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
June 3, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Our new study shows how eDNA can track fine scale marine biodiversity loss under human impacts. Using a large scale mesocosm experiment we monitored temporal dynamics in bio-accumulation, response to stressors and eDNA degradation #eDNA #MarineBiodiversity onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10....
End of the year lab hot pot. Fantastic group to work and share a meal with. #eDNA #fisheries #macroinvertebrates #biomonitoring
December 20, 2024 at 12:22 AM
End of the year lab hot pot. Fantastic group to work and share a meal with. #eDNA #fisheries #macroinvertebrates #biomonitoring
New study highlights the importance of clean coastal waters for sustainable shellfish farming! Predictive models can help manage E. coli, reducing economic losses from shell fishery closures. Real-time data is key! #MarineScience #Sustainability
Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Multi-scale influences on Escherichia coli concentrations in shellfish: From catchment to estuary
Sustainability of bivalve shellfish farming relies on clean coastal waters, however, high levels of faecal indicator organisms (FIOs, e.g. Escherichia…
www.sciencedirect.com
December 15, 2024 at 7:08 AM
New study highlights the importance of clean coastal waters for sustainable shellfish farming! Predictive models can help manage E. coli, reducing economic losses from shell fishery closures. Real-time data is key! #MarineScience #Sustainability
Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Very excited to have Aden from @ednacollab.bsky.social visit our lab and chat about all things #eDNA.
December 12, 2024 at 12:20 AM
Very excited to have Aden from @ednacollab.bsky.social visit our lab and chat about all things #eDNA.
My favorite phrases to hear from my wife, generally in this order, "Aiya!" "What are you doing?!?" "Stop being crazy!"
December 11, 2024 at 3:45 AM
My favorite phrases to hear from my wife, generally in this order, "Aiya!" "What are you doing?!?" "Stop being crazy!"
Finishing off this season’s #freshwater #macroinvertebrate #eDNA campaign in Tai Lam. Now back to the lab for the rest of the dry season to work through the samples.
December 9, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Finishing off this season’s #freshwater #macroinvertebrate #eDNA campaign in Tai Lam. Now back to the lab for the rest of the dry season to work through the samples.
December 5, 2024 at 10:53 AM
Treking through the Northeast end of the New Territories. Few random dog encounters mixed with some nice natural streams. Just shy of our site goal for the season. #eDNA #macroinvertebrates
December 4, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Treking through the Northeast end of the New Territories. Few random dog encounters mixed with some nice natural streams. Just shy of our site goal for the season. #eDNA #macroinvertebrates
Our initial Hong Kong #Chironomidae survey is done. Elaine is busy making sure we get the traps down before Christmas. Over 200 new additions to the species checklist so far from the sample sorting. #biodiversity
December 2, 2024 at 11:13 AM
Our initial Hong Kong #Chironomidae survey is done. Elaine is busy making sure we get the traps down before Christmas. Over 200 new additions to the species checklist so far from the sample sorting. #biodiversity
Finished a busy week sampling around the Tai Tam reservoir system. Hong Kong does not have any natural lakes, but the reservoirs help keep a good part of Hong Kong somewhat rugged.
December 1, 2024 at 8:20 AM
Finished a busy week sampling around the Tai Tam reservoir system. Hong Kong does not have any natural lakes, but the reservoirs help keep a good part of Hong Kong somewhat rugged.
Busy day getting the next sets of NGS libraries ready for sequencing for Luke’s and Ginger’s respective projects. #eDNA #biomonitoring #robotics
November 29, 2024 at 11:46 AM
Busy day getting the next sets of NGS libraries ready for sequencing for Luke’s and Ginger’s respective projects. #eDNA #biomonitoring #robotics
Off and about Mui Wo today. Slight panic attack when Dr. Han Wu repacked the pump so I ‘wouldn’t be carrying too much.’ Another productive day with a great group and great weather. #freshwater #eDNA #macroinvertebrates
November 28, 2024 at 12:58 PM
Off and about Mui Wo today. Slight panic attack when Dr. Han Wu repacked the pump so I ‘wouldn’t be carrying too much.’ Another productive day with a great group and great weather. #freshwater #eDNA #macroinvertebrates
Year two, season one, of our Hong Kong freshwater macroinvertebrate & eDNA bio-assessment. Six streams across Lamma island today.
November 27, 2024 at 8:54 AM
Year two, season one, of our Hong Kong freshwater macroinvertebrate & eDNA bio-assessment. Six streams across Lamma island today.
Large scale study sheds light on complex arthropod global biodiversity dynamics, emphasizing the role of regional factors in shaping beta-diversity patterns. Additional Insights into species replacement and richness differences for understanding global metacommunity dynamics.
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https://www.nature.com/articles/s42003-024-06199-1
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November 26, 2024 at 10:32 AM
Large scale study sheds light on complex arthropod global biodiversity dynamics, emphasizing the role of regional factors in shaping beta-diversity patterns. Additional Insights into species replacement and richness differences for understanding global metacommunity dynamics.
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Let‘s try a #metabarcoding starter pack to nucleate people interested. Welcome molecular #biodiversity monitoring people. Let’s try to keep us posted on updates regarding papers, projects, methods. Happy weekend.☀️#eDNA
go.bsky.app/Qvqgknp
go.bsky.app/Qvqgknp
November 22, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Let‘s try a #metabarcoding starter pack to nucleate people interested. Welcome molecular #biodiversity monitoring people. Let’s try to keep us posted on updates regarding papers, projects, methods. Happy weekend.☀️#eDNA
go.bsky.app/Qvqgknp
go.bsky.app/Qvqgknp
Reposted by Mat Seymour
Hey everyone. Here is my first attempt at an environmental DNA (eDNA) starter pack. Sorry if there is another one going around. If you would like to be added, let me know and I'll eventually figure out how.
go.bsky.app/JWwncz6
go.bsky.app/JWwncz6
November 11, 2024 at 1:24 PM
Hey everyone. Here is my first attempt at an environmental DNA (eDNA) starter pack. Sorry if there is another one going around. If you would like to be added, let me know and I'll eventually figure out how.
go.bsky.app/JWwncz6
go.bsky.app/JWwncz6