SWAMP eDNA Metabarcoding Monitoring and Analysis Project (SeMMAP) Data Resource Hub

<div><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'>The SWAMP environmental DNA
Metabarcoding Monitoring and Analysis Project (SeMMAP) was created to explore
the use of eDNA metabarcoding for surface water quality monitoring and how this
method may achieve the project’s goals of monitoring more with less resources and
integrating SWAMP programs through a single data source. <br /></span></div><div><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'><br /></span></div>

<p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'>We are creating a
data management plan and exploring the benefits of collaborating with volunteer
and Tribal partners to collect the same quality data as our regional and
internal SWAMP programs. eDNA metabarcoding is extremely cost effective
compared to traditional methods and the simple collection process allows almost
anyone to collect robust scientific data. The project's aim is to bring
inclusion to the Water Boards by putting monitoring into the hands of those who
have been marginalized by the Boards and other government agencies, while
simultaneously outsourcing some of the more costly aspects of sampling in order
to save taxpayer money and deliver high quality data. In short, &quot;Science
for the Stewards!&quot;</span></p>

<p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'>We operate on the
principles of Equity, Accountability and Transparency. To this effort, we have
created the SeMMAP Data Resource Hub. The SeMMAP Hub will serve as a site for
external partners, regional partners, SWAMP program personnel, decision makers
and the public to view the pace and direction of the project. It also provides
access to the raw data collected as well as data visualization tools to help
users analyze and interpret the DNA sequencing results. </span></p>

<p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'>The SeMMAP Hub
contains data dashboards, maps, and a partner project gallery for participants
to share and view how they’re using their eDNA data to answer scientific
questions and monitor water quality. The Hub also includes illustrated
instructions for sample collection, guides on best practices, literature to
help with study design, as well as the raw data and metadata standards.</span></p>

<p><span style='font-size:12.0pt;'>The maps within
display the 2020 and 2021 results of SeMMAP sampling efforts using Jonah
Ventures aquatic eDNA kits. Included are the locations, field measures and
MiFish and 23S sequencing results of eDNA sampling for fish and phytoplankton
communities respectively. 45 samples were taken between June 2020 and October
of 2021, at 30 unique sites.</span></p>

<div><div>This content was created
by Peter Houpt from the State Water Resources Control Boards, SWAMP
eDNA Metabarcoding Monitoring and Analysis Project.

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