Specialization in environmental genomics and transcriptomics using advanced eDNA and eRNA technologies to monitor and manage aquatic ecosystems.
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EQO serves public and private sector clients, providing them insights into biodiversity, invasive species, and ecosystem health for lakes, rivers, wetlands, and marine environments.
The only commercial lab service that can capture, preserve, and process both eDNA and eRNA, offering a one-stop-shop for species composition and functional activity.
EQO is typically folded into projects as a lab services partner for engineering consultants, conservation groups, and government agencies.
As a pioneer in bringing biotech into the aquatic ecosystems sector, EQO is your partner for organism detection and biological monitoring.
Species Indentification
Using advanced techniques like metabarcoding, NGS, microarray, and qPCR, our lab identifies a wide range of aquatic species, from invasive to endangered. We analyze living and active species with RNA, alongside DNA, to provide a complete ecological picture of life and species diversity in your waters.
Source Differentiation
EQO provides a comprehensive view of microbial presence through advanced methods. By analyzing microbiome fingerprints, we offer detailed insights into bacterial and archaeal biodiversity in aquatic samples, supporting decisions on fecal source tracing, biosecurity threat assessment, and more.
Our clients are seeking a lab that can support their testing needs in both freshwater and saltwater
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Coastal Marine
We are dedicated to supporting biodiversity management in mangroves, estuaries, and coastal habitats where the ocean meets land.
Freshwater
Lakes, rivers, wetlands, reservoirs, and other freshwater bodies are facing growing challenges. EQO is committed to supporting their restoration and recovery.
About EQO
John Higley founded EQO, drawing on his cancer research expertise, to create an environmental genomics lab focused on organism detection and biological monitoring. Learn more about his vision and how cancer detection technology is being applied to public health, environmental protection, and the health and biodiversity of aquatic ecosystems.
Problems EQO helps you address
Invasive Species
Invasive species like Zebra & Quagga mussels pose serious threats to aquatic ecosystems. We help our clients manage and mitigate these infestations.
Endangered Species
Pollution, climate change, and habitat loss threaten native species. EQO enables clients to monitor and respond to shifting population dynamics effectively.
BioSecurity Risks
Agricultural and municipal runoff create serious health and safety risks. EQO collaborates with clients to manage and mitigate these biosecurity threats.
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