ProductUpdated on 27 February 2026

Airborne eDNA Monitoring for Biodiversity & Environmental Intelligence

Co-founder at DNAir

Zürich, Switzerland

About

DNAir is a Swiss deep-tech start-up pioneering the capture and analysis of environmental DNA (eDNA) from air. Using proprietary automated sensor systems, DNAir detects DNA traces left by plants, animals, fungi, insects, and microbes in the atmosphere — unlocking real-time biological insights at unprecedented scale.

By converting airborne genetic material into structured data, DNAir provides actionable intelligence for:

  • Biodiversity monitoring and ecosystem management
  • Early detection of invasive species
  • Plant health and agricultural protection
  • Environmental impact assessments
  • Biosecurity and public health surveillance

As a spin-off from ETH Zurich, DNAir combines cutting-edge research with scalable field deployment. The company offers services ranging from feasibility studies and pilot projects to full sensor network installations tailored to environmental, industrial, and public sector needs.

DNAir enables data-driven conservation and environmental stewardship by providing accurate, non-invasive biodiversity monitoring tools that support ecosystem protection, climate adaptation strategies, and sustainable land management.

Applies to

  • Agriculture & Food
  • Circular Economy
  • Construction & Mining

Organisation

DNAir

Start-up company

Zürich, Switzerland

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