In a breakthrough in biotechnology, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH Zurich) has introduced Eve, an advanced robotic fish designed to collect DNA from aquatic environments.
Eve is designed to resemble a real fish, allowing it to move naturally without disturbing the habitat of other creatures. (Photo: CNN)
Equipped with hidden pumps, Eve can swing her silicone tail to glide effortlessly through the icy waters of Lake Zurich. (Photo: blue News)
In addition, Eve is also equipped with underwater cameras and sonar technology to avoid obstacles, along with a filter to collect DNA from the environment, called eDNA. (Photo: ETH Zurich)
Eve is not only a research tool but also a major step forward in environmental protection. The eDNA particles collected by Eve will be sent to the lab for sequencing, helping scientists identify the species living in the water. This is especially important in the context of climate change and human activities that are threatening the ocean’s habitat. (Photo: X)
The team at ETH Zurich hopes that Eve will give scientists a more detailed picture of the oceans and the creatures that live in them.
With the ability to study the environment in more detail, Eve could play a vital role in protecting the oceans, especially at a time when ocean habitats are facing unprecedented threats. (Photo: ETH Zũrich)
Eve is not only a technical achievement but also a symbol of progress in environmental research and protection. With the development of tools like Eve, we can hope for a future where the oceans and underwater ecosystems are better protected. (Photo: Soft Robotics Lab)