Avery is an expert in genomics and advancing methods for environmental DNA analysis. He specializes in next generation sequencing, metagenomics and metabarcoding assay development, and implementing high-throughput methods. Avery received his PhD in Biology at Western University.

Avery leads CEGA’s genomics R&D program. He is a technical lead for the genomics team, optimizing each step of the laboratory workflow: DNA extraction, automation, library preparation, and sequencing. Avery has made significant contributions to CEGA’s capabilities in targeted species detection and environmental DNA quantification.