Our laboratory at the Academy of Natural Sciences is equipped for sampling, processing and identifying macroinvertebrates to the genus level.
We hold genus-level taxonomy certifications from the Society of Freshwater Science.
We have experience using several different state and international sampling and processing protocols.
DNA barcoding and metabarcoding to identify aquatic insects and eDNA for other species present in the watershed are additional tools we use to complement morphological identification for specific study purposes.
All samples undergo internal Quality Assurance/ Quality Control. External QA/QC is often built into larger projects or those with regulatory implications.
To develop collaborative projects, Stef offers grant-writing support with community partners.
We are available for keynotes or presentations on our work with macroinvertebrates, barcoding, river restoration, water quality, climate change effects on freshwaters, Women in Science or the Delaware River Watershed.
We also participate in educational outreach events that teach stream ecology and biodiversity to all ages.
For more information, contact Stefanie Kroll at sak345@drexel.edu or Tanya Dapkey thd45@drexel.edu.
We hold genus-level taxonomy certifications from the Society of Freshwater Science.
We have experience using several different state and international sampling and processing protocols.
DNA barcoding and metabarcoding to identify aquatic insects and eDNA for other species present in the watershed are additional tools we use to complement morphological identification for specific study purposes.
All samples undergo internal Quality Assurance/ Quality Control. External QA/QC is often built into larger projects or those with regulatory implications.
To develop collaborative projects, Stef offers grant-writing support with community partners.
We are available for keynotes or presentations on our work with macroinvertebrates, barcoding, river restoration, water quality, climate change effects on freshwaters, Women in Science or the Delaware River Watershed.
We also participate in educational outreach events that teach stream ecology and biodiversity to all ages.
For more information, contact Stefanie Kroll at sak345@drexel.edu or Tanya Dapkey thd45@drexel.edu.
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Watershed Ecology Team, June 2021 with Bloomsburg University team for Headwaters study
Tanya Dapkey giving a talk at the American Entomological Society monthly meeting on barcoding insects, October 2019. Dr. Stefanie Kroll presenting her work with the DRWI and how to improve streams in agricultural communities for the 500 Women Scientists Science Salon, April 2018.
Tanya Dapkey also has extensive moth knowledge!
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Danielle and Tanya show how we sample!
Check out Danielle Odom's Academy unscripted interview on The Academy of Natural Science's Youtube channel: 
Danielle Odom sharing her excitement for macroinvertebrates with an Academy member, Member's Night 2019.
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