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Australian animal and plant DNA library labelled a "game-changer" for conservation, biodiversity

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Australian National Fish Collection by CSIRO.

Australia's national science agency says a new DNA storage project can save Australia's animals and plants. The DNA of every single Australian planet and animal species will be tracked using a new technique. Scientists say it has the potential to create a revolution in biodiversity monitoring.


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By Marcus Megalokonomos

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Australia's national science agency says a new DNA storage project can save Australia's animals and plants. The DNA of every single Australian planet and animal species will be tracked using a new technique. Scientists say it has the potential to create a revolution in biodiversity monitoring.



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