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Biotechnology Breakthroughs: Messenger RNA Vaccines for Covid-19

Explore the biology behind mRNA vaccines and break down the initial Pfizer and Moderna clinical data.
Going Viral with COVID-19: Using Current Events in the Biotechnology Classroom

A comprehensive set of resources to help you talk to your students about the ongoing pandemic.

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Solving Your Dilution Dilemma

When asked to dilute a solution, students (and sometimes teachers) tend to panic! Though we all know what it means to ‘dilute’, sometimes one can be confused on how to actually perform a dilution.

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Equipment Spotlight: TruBlu Jr. Blue Light Transilluminator

by stephsturmJanuary 26, 2023

We are ending the first month of the year by highlighting our newest member of the Edvotek equipment line! We have miniaturized our well loved TruBlu 2 Blue/White Light Transilluminator and made it compatible with our classic M12 Electrophoresis System.…

Protein Staining like a Pro

by Aidan RogersJanuary 24, 2023January 17, 2023

Ever wonder how to stain a protein gel like a pro? Or maybe you’ve been disappointed by your staining results? Look no further than this blog post for some protein staining tips and tricks! If you aren’t familiar with protein…

Conquering DNA Concentration and Purity Calculations

by suzanneJanuary 19, 2023January 25, 2023

This post is for you if: Whichever category you fall into (we won’t judge), read on. DNA Quantification 101 Following DNA extraction and/or purification researchers will determine the concentration, yield, and, if possible, purity of their product. Such quantifications are…

Cleaning up chemical spills in the laboratory

by drbrianellJanuary 17, 2023

In spite of everyone’s best efforts, accidents happen in the laboratory. Glassware is dropped or chipped, fingers are stabbed by sharps, and chemicals are spilled on the bench or floor. If handled properly, a chemical spill can be nothing more…

Gregor’s Genome

by suzanneJanuary 12, 2023January 11, 2023

What do you get the man who discovered the fundamental laws of inheritance and who’s also been dead for 138 years for his 200th birthday? How about a big party and a sequenced genome! Gregor Mendel was born on July…

Scientific crafting: DIY manipulatives to use in your laboratory

by drsnowflackJanuary 10, 2023

What is a manipulative? Simply put, they are physical models that allow students to physically engage with a scientific concept before performing the experiment. These models are very important teaching tools in the science classroom, as they represent a low-stakes…