Hyderabad, Dec. 27 -- The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) in Hyderabad has provided training to officials from the upcoming Noida International Airport on using DNA barcoding technology to prevent bird strikes.

CCMB scientist Dr. Ajay Gaur and his team recently conducted training sessions in Hyderabad, demonstrating how to collect and analyse bird droppings, feathers, and blood samples for DNA testing.

The technology, called the Universal Primer technique, helps identify what attracts birds to airport areas.

Technology already in use at Hyderabad Airport

CCMB developed this method and is currently implementing it at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in Hyderabad. DNA analysis of samples collected at the airpor...