eDNA Laboratory
We are the first professional environmental DNA analysis laboratory in Poland. We use molecular biology techniques in environmental research. Our laboratory provides fast and reliable environmental inventory services. We identify the occurrence of species in a given area based on environmental DNA (eDNA).
Our eDNA Laboratory specializes in advanced molecular analyses, enabling precise assessment of the condition of the natural environment. We have modern research infrastructure and a team of qualified specialists, allowing for comprehensive execution of environmental projects.
Offer of eDNA Laboratory
The foundation of our services is the high qualifications and experience of our team, combined with the advanced capabilities of our laboratory.
We provide comprehensive services for environmental projects, combining professional fieldwork with reliable molecular analyses.
Based on accurate results reflecting the actual state of the environment, we prepare specialist expert opinions.
We operate throughout the country, delivering projects at the highest level.
DNA barcoding
Real-time PCR
Metabarcoding eDNA
48h eDNA analyses
The experience and qualifications of LNRA ensure customer safety.
Our preparation and experience positively affect professionalism, timeliness, and efficiency in carrying out the tasks entrusted to us.
Prepared reports
Years of experience in research
Satisfied customers
Laboratory of Natural Research and Analysis
Dariusz Płąchocki, Ph. D.
We are reliable – we have been doing our work honestly and earnestly for many years, and we guarantee the reliability of the documents we prepare. Many years of consistency in this approach open many doors for us today.
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We do not merely believe but know – based on our experience with dozens of similar cases – that it is possible to successfully implement your investment.
Concept
We develop propositons of the most effective solutions to our clients' problems
Planning
Together with the client, we try to develop an action plan in such a way that the effect is in line with expectations.
Execution of works
By engaging all our professionalism, we execute the given expert work.
Execution of a work order
We complete the work order by achieving the intended goals, which pave the way for the implementation of our clients' investments.
Do you need environmental DNA analysis?
The only thing you need to achieve your goals is the support of reliable professionals.
Completed and ongoing projects in the field of environmental DNA
We have extensive experience in implementing projects involving environmental research and analysis. We carry out tasks related to environmental impact assessments, as well as documentation and planning for the purposes of environmental conservation.
We carry out tasks related to environmental impact assessments of projects as well as documentation and planning work for nature conservation purposes.
Identification of fish species composition in the area of the planned investment - the Vistula River
Determination of the species composition of ichthyofauna using the eDNA (metabarcoding) method in the Vistula River as part of the biological monitoring of the Vistula River, carried out in the “New Chemistry” project. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: ORLEN Inc. with its registered office in Płock
Verification of the occurrence of selected fish and lamprey species
Verification of the presence of the white-finned bullhead (Cottus gobio), lampreys (Lampetra sp.), barbel (Barbus carpathicus), and asp (Leuciscus aspius) as part of the update of the conservation plan documentation, including the preparation of environmental expert reports for the Natura 2000 site Białka Valley (PLH120024). Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: Regional Directorate for Environmental Protection in Krakow
Identification of material of unknown origin found on a food product
Conducting an entomological and botanical examination of the material provided by the Client in order to verify its origin, in connection with the suspected presence of insect larvae in the food product. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: Private Investor
Molecular species identification of snails
Species identification of snails of the genus Vertigo as part of a natural science assessment carried out for the purposes of monitoring protected species under the conservation plan for the Natura 2000 site Uroczyska Puszczy Drawskiej (PLH320046) in the West Pomeranian Province, using molecular methods (DNA barcoding). Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: Regional Directorate for Environmental Protection in Szczecin
Identification of the species composition of the ichthyofauna in the area of the planned investment - the Gwda River
Determination of the species composition of ichthyofauna using the eDNA method (metabarcoding) in the Gwda River at the Dobrzyca dam and the Piła-Koszyce dam, located on the important watercourse JCWP RW6000111886999 Gwda from Piława to the mouth.
Implementation: 2025
Ordering party: ENEA Nowa Energia sp. z o.o.
Identification of fish species composition in the area of the planned investment - the Wełna River
Determination of the species composition of ichthyofauna using the eDNA method (metabarcoding) in the Wełna River (JCWP RW60001618699) at the Oborniki dam, as part of monitoring the effectiveness of fish migration devices. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: ENEA Nowa Energia sp. z o.o.
Verification of the presence of the European pond turtle using real-time PCR
Weryfikacja obecności żółwia błotnego (Emys orbicularis) w obszarze Natura 2000 Podebłocie (PLH140033) poprzez analizę próbek środowiskowych z wykorzystaniem techniki real-time PCR w celu potwierdzenia lub wykluczenia występowania gatunku w wytypowanych siedliskach. Działanie realizowane w ramach opracowania ekspertyzy przyrodniczej na potrzeby PZO dla obszaru Natura 2000 Podebłocie – gady. Accomplishment: 2025 Ordering party: Regional Directors for Environmental Protection in Warsaw
Verification of the presence of the European pond turtle, crested newt, and fire-bellied toad using real-time PCR
Verification of the presence of the European pond turtle (Emys orbicularis), the crested newt (Triturus cristatus), and the fire-bellied toad (Bombina bombina) as part of pilot studies in the Drawa National Park. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: Drawieński National Park
Verification of the presence of the European pond turtle, crested newt, and fire-bellied toad using real-time PCR
Verification of the presence of the European pond turtle (Emys orbicularis), the crested newt (Triturus cristatus), and the fire-bellied toad (Bombina bombina) using real-time PCR to confirm or exclude the presence of these species in selected reservoirs in the Drawska Forest Wilderness Area. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: Regional Directors for Environmental Protection in Szczecin
Identification of species composition in the area of the planned hydrotechnical investment
Analysis of the species composition of ichthyofauna using the eDNA (metabarcoding) method as part of a nature inventory for the planned hydrotechnical investment at Chemwik Sp. z o.o. in Bydgoszcz. Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: EKO Bydgoszcz, Chemwik Sp. z o.o.
Identification of the species composition of ichthyofauna, macrozoobenthos, phytoplankton, and zooplankton in the area of the planned investment
Analysis of the species composition of ichthyofauna, macrozoobenthos, phytoplankton, and zooplankton using eDNA (metabarcoding) as part of the natural inventory of the investment area entitled “Construction of a sewage treatment plant with the necessary infrastructure at STRUGA S.A. in Jezuicka Strudze.” Implementation: 2025 Ordering party: EKO-PROJEKT Sp. z o.o. S. k.
Development of a methodology using eDNA
Development of inventory and monitoring methodologies using real-time PCR techniques for selected amphibian species in order to assess the status of populations and habitats within a single Natura 2000 site. Implemented as part of a consortium with the Institute of Nature Conservation of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Kraków. Implementation: 2025-2027 Ordering party: RDOŚ Kraków
Protection of the Natura 2000 Cyprianka PLH040013 area
Verification of the occurrence of the marsh minnow (Rhynchocypris percnurus) based on environmental DNA analysis (real-time PCR + Sanger sequencing) in the Natura 2000 Cyprianka PLH040013 area Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: FBiOP
Verification of the occurrence of a priority species
Verification of the presence of the marsh minnow (Rhynchocypris percnurus) within the boundaries of the planned nature reserve "Dolina rzeki Mątawy" (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship) using real-time PCR technique Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: The State Forest, Dąbrowa Forest District
Determination of the species composition of ichthyofauna of the planned nature reserve
Analysis of fish species composition in the area of the planned nature reserve "Dolina rzeki Mątawy" (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship) using innovative molecular biology methods using eDNA (metabarcoding - nanopore sequencing) Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: The State Forest, Dąbrowa Forest District
Monitoring of the Natura 2000 Ostoja Nadbużańska PLH140011 area
Analysis of fish species composition in the Bug River using modern research methods (metabarcoding – nanopore sequencing) as part of the project entitled “Environmental monitoring presenting an assessment of the conservation status of individual conservation targets in the Natura 2000 site Ostoja Nadbużańska PLH140011 – natural habitats, fish.” Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: Regional Directors for Environmental Protection in Warsaw
Monitoring of the Natura 2000 Dolina Środkowego Świdra PLH140025 area
Species identification of lamprey using molecular research methods (DNA barcoding) as part of the project entitled "Environmental monitoring presenting the assessment of the state of preservation of individual objects of protection of the Natura 2000 Dolina Środkowego Świdra PLH140025 area - fish". Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: Regional Directors for Environmental Protection in Warsaw
Identification of fish species composition in the area of the planned investment
Analysis of the species composition of ichthyofauna using eDNA (metabarcoding – nanopore sequencing) as part of the environmental inventory of the investment area entitled “Construction of a footbridge and a recreational floating jetty on the river Zbrzyca (Lake Długie)” in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: Private Investor
Reconstruction of the bridge in Nadolna Karczma
Analysis of fish species composition on a section of the river Brda using innovative molecular biology techniques based on environmental DNA (metabarcoding – nanopore sequencing). Development of design documentation for the reconstruction of bridge no. JNI01006735 over the river Brda in Nadolna Karczma (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship). Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: PPT Consult LLC.
Molecular species identification of the river mussel
Species identification of the thick-shelled river mussel (Unio crassus) in the section of the river Brda in Nadolna Karczma (Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship) using molecular research methods (barcoding) to verify species affiliation. Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: PPT Consult LLC.
Protection of the drinking water intake "Czyżkówko"
Analysis of fish species composition in the river Brda using an innovative research method (metabarcoding – nanopore sequencing) for the purposes of assessing the impact of the investment on the environment and developing an EIA report for the project: "Protection of the drinking water intake "Czyżkówko" by building a water impoundment system and an ecological energy source to power the critical infrastructure of the water treatment plant". Implementation: 2024 Ordering party: Municipal Water Supply and Sewage System in Bydgoszcz, LLC.
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