Detect organisms in the air with our airDNA filters
Sample, analyze, and detect fungus, bacteria, and more
The Jonah Ventures airDNA sampling system allows for the collection of airborne environmental DNA (airDNA) in a variety of environments. With the Jonah Ventures airDNA system, air is pulled through a filter over a 24 hour period before the filter is shipped back to Jonah Ventures for processing. Download our AirDNA System Spec Sheet for more details on the airDNA filtering system.
We have more than 20 years experience in DNA Sequencing Technology.
Jonah Ventures airDNA system can be used:
For biodiversity surveys in terrestrial ecosystems
To detect individual organisms such as invasive species
In and around your greenhouse to detect plant disease and pests
AirDNA Biodiversity Survey
Although eDNA has been accepted as a tool for biodiversity surveys in soil or water samples, it was unclear how well airborne eDNA (AirDNA) can detect terrestrial organisms. To assess the efficacy of AirDNA capture for biodiversity surveys, we collected 33 air samples in 2024, each over a 24-hour period from backyards in Alexandria, VA, and Boulder, CO. DNA was extracted and amplified 12 times using a general COI primer to target both vertebrate and invertebrate taxa. Our analysis revealed 400 invertebrates, 34 birds, 26 mammals, 2 amphibians, and 1 reptile. An average of 25 invertebrate taxa were detected in each sample. These findings are comparable to results from more traditional bioacoustic and trapping methods, indicating that Air DNA Filters is an effective tool for biodiversity analysis. To read more about this survey, access our AirDNA white paper using the button below.
Portable Options for Field Sampling
Tree Attachment
Tripod Attachment
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Collecting and sequencing DNA from air is still a developing field, but scientists at Jonah Ventures have years of research experience on air DNA. Our new AirDNA collection system makes deployment simple in both indoor and outdoor environments. High airflow ensures adequate DNA collection in as little as one hour. Filters can be analyzed for bacteria, fungi, pollen, or animals. Contact us to discuss your project.
Air Metabarcoding Pricing
One Group
$120 /Sample
- Includes sequencing for one taxonomic group of the following: bacteria, plants, fungi, invertebrates, vertebrates, or others
- AirDNA sampling kit provided. Includes barcoded filter and fan for collection.
- 10-point quality control
- Full bioinformatics
- 1-year storage of raw data
Two Groups
$210 /Sample
- Includes sequencing for one taxonomic group of the following: bacteria, plants, fungi, invertebrates, vertebrates, or others
- AirDNA sampling kit provided. Includes barcoded filter and fan for collection.
- 10-point quality control
- Full bioinformatics
- 1-year storage of raw data
Three Groups
$300 /Sample
- Includes sequencing for two taxonomic groups of the following: bacteria, plants, fish, vertebrates
- AirDNA sampling kit provided. Includes barcoded filter and fan for collection.
- 10-point quality control
- Full bioinformatics
- 1-year storage of raw data
Batches of <15 samples require a fee of $150 for bioinformatics setup per taxonomic group
Discounts available for large orders. Please contact to discuss.