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Genetic barcoding and its applications

Geneticist Rudi Verspoor explains a DNA sequencing tool known as genetic barcoding. He explores how it can identify different edible items, ensure the correct labelling of foods and curb illegal harvesting of animals and plants. Edible insects provide a persuasive case study for the technique

Rudi Verspoor

Genetic barcoding can be used to identify wild mushrooms
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