Barcode Long Island Team Seaweed
Program:
Barcode Long Island
Year:
2015-16
Research Topic:
Biodiversity & trade
Taxonomic Group Studied:
Plants

Project:

Analyzing and Barcoding the DNA of Seaweed on Long Island
Students:
Samrah Mitha, Michelle Lin, Farah Hasan
School:
The Wheatley School, Nassau
Mentors:
Mary Alexis Blondrage

Abstract:

By examining and cataloguing the types of seaweed, we will be able to assist other researchers in finding health benefits or issues regarding seaweeds. An excessive amount of seaweed is unhealthy for the ocean because it can deplete oxygen and kill wildlife. As a result, there is a significant correspondence between the amount of seaweed and the health of the ocean. By researching seaweed we will be providing information for the public and for industries, especially those who use seaweed as an ingredient in their products.

Poster:

DNA Barcoding Poster
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