Mapping microscopic biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems using paper microscope ‘Foldscope’
Murdeshwar, M.; Deshpande, S.; Parab, S.; Tellis, J. (2019). Mapping microscopic biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems using paper microscope ‘Foldscope’, in: Sharma, A.D. (Ed.) Foldscope and its applications. pp. 238-251
In: Sharma, A.D. (Ed.) (2019). Foldscope and its applications. National Press Associates: New Delhi. ISBN 978-93-85835-68-1. 257 pp., meer
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Foldscope, Aquatic ecosystem, Biodiversit |
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- Murdeshwar, M.
- Deshpande, S.
- Parab, S.
- Tellis, J.
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| Abstract |
The aim of the project was to explore in biodiversity of microflora and microfauna in aquatic ecosystems using the paper microscope Foldscope. The type and abundance of microorganisms were investigated in still water systems of a water lily pond and a rain water harvesting pond at Maharashtra Nature Park, Dharavi, Mumbai. The physical parameters like pH and temperature were measured. The Foldscope is a ‘frugal science’ tool designed by Dr. Manu Prakash, Associate Professor of Bioengineering at Stanford University, USA. It is an inexpensive, portable, lightweight paper microscope, small enough to fit into a pocket, and amenable with on-site field studies. The advantages and applications of the Foldscope will also be discussed. The project was funded by the DBT-PrakashLab Research Grant (Foldscope India Phase-I) of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. |
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