Publications by authors named "Shi-Di Fan"
Article Synopsis
- Fish play a crucial role in river ecosystems, but traditional research methods can harm these environments; a new approach using environmental DNA (eDNA) offers a noninvasive alternative.
- The study compared eDNA analysis, PCR, and electrofishing in three subtropical rivers in southern China to assess fish community composition and diversity, finding significant differences among eight sampling zones.
- Results revealed that eDNA metabarcoding is as effective as traditional methods for identifying fish species and their abundance, providing a valuable tool for monitoring aquatic ecosystems without causing ecological damage.
Sci Total Environ
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- * Researchers analyzed 37 antibiotics in surface water and sediment samples, finding varying concentrations, with some sites showing significantly higher levels of contamination.
- * Risk assessments highlighted specific antibiotics, particularly sulfamethoxazole, as concerning, with recommendations for using it as an indicator for monitoring and managing antibiotic pollution in the area.
