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This study aims to develop a portable, cost-effective "de-extinction machine" combining an Opentrons OT-2 automated pipetting robot and an Oxford Nanopore Technologies MinION sequencer, enabling local communities to perform DNA extraction and sequencing on-site to preserve at-risk species. The OT-2 automates the DNA extraction process, while the MinION provides real-time sequencing capabilities. Testing aims to show that the system effectively produces high-quality DNA suitable for sequencing, with results comparable to traditional lab methods, all within 24 hours. This innovation significantly reduces the time and cost of genetic analysis, democratizing access to advanced biotechnological tools and empowering communities to contribute to biodiversity conservation. Future research will focus on optimizing the workflow for various sample types and expanding its applications to more complex genomic studies and real-time environmental monitoring.
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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u5C7KoKaLjXregp9mCevsQ5M82baKoCVieXtBoxqMHs/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.g1j8f0t8olj5
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