Project:

ESM Shinnecock Crab Proposal

Students:

Thomas Cassar, Liam McGevna, Haley Minnear, Cassandra Shore

School:

Eastport-South Manor, Suffolk

Mentors:

James Ostensen

Abstract:

DNA Barcoding is used to determine the DNA sequences in an organism. Crabs play a vital role in all aquatic ecosystems. Through DNA sequencing, one can make inference on the level of biodiversity in Shinnecock Bay and possibly find novel species.

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