Project cooperationUpdated on 7 January 2026
CL6-2026-BIODIV-1: DNA Barcoding and Reference Libraries for European Biodiversity Monitoring (BGEplus/DiSSCo Alignment)
Director of Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden of University of Tartu at The University of Tartu Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden
Tartu, Estonia
About
The University of Tartu Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden is actively developing its state-of-the-art DNA barcoding laboratory and possesses vast natural science collections (1.4M specimens) rich in taxonomic and genetic material. We offer expertise in non-destructive DNA sampling, DNA extraction from historical specimens, and data integration into global platforms (GBIF). Our primary aim is to contribute to a comprehensive European reference sequence library necessary for advanced biodiversity monitoring and conservation policy.
We seek to join a consortium as a key scientific partner providing genetic data production (barcoding) and deep taxonomic validation using our institutional collections. We also offer expertise in data mobilization via our PlutoF e-infrastructure.
Seeking Consortium Coordinator and Genomics Laboratories (e.g., from CETAF institutions, universities, or ERGA members) focused on upscaling genetic data production and bio-monitoring technologies.
Topic
- HORIZON-CL6-2026-01-BIODIV-01
Type
- Partner looking for consortium
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Director of Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden of University of Tartu at The University of Tartu Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden
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