Persistent Digital Identifiers (UIDs)
ORCID :
https://orcid.org/0009-0006-8363-5467
Subject Area
eDNA
Molecular Biology
Research Support Services
Activities
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I perform laboratory analysis of samples-DNA extraction from environmental
DNA (eDNA), soil, blood, skin tissues, FTA cards from elephant, lion, cheetah
faecal and also from arthropods like ticks and mites.
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PCR analysis based on various genes for individual species
identification parasite/pathogen/vector identification,
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I assist in next generation sequencing i.e., illumina-Iseq
and Oxford nanopore-Minion.
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I train personnel on the various laboratory daily routine
such as the decontamination, extraction, PCR analysis among others.
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I perform laboratory and equipment decontamination
procedures
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I perform biosafety measures during sampling, storage,
analysis, and waste exposures to limit exposure to the environment.
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I prepare reports and assist in the interpretations of
results or observing anomalies
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I ensure the laboratory maintains accreditation standards and
attainment of ISO certifications.