The Biotechnology Education Company | Kits & Equipment Designed for the Classroom Since 1987
What are they? Aseptic techniques are a large set of practices that prevent contamination by eliminating the unintentional transfer of microorganisms and cells. In general, these practices involve a combination of environmental control, personal hygiene, and sterilizing equipment and media.…
Transformation is when bacteria acquire exogenous DNA from the environment. In the laboratory, scientists can harness this technique to turn bacteria into protein production machines. While we believe hands-on experimentation is the best way to learn about transformation, our Edvotek…
Our next EDVOTEK® at Home lesson is modeled off of our kit Restriction Enzyme Analysis of DNA. In this lesson, students will virtually explore restriction digests, gel electrophoresis, and size determination using a standard curve.While we believe hands-on experimentation is…
Science Should Never Halt As parents and students continue to quarantine, socially distance, wash their hands, and avoid touching their face (you are following all of the coronavirus recommendations, right?), it’s important that inquiry and exploration are still allowed to…
Coronavirus has captured worldwide attention over the last few weeks, as the virus continues to spread across the country. As such, many governments have asked their citizens to practice “social distancing”, i.e. staying home even if they’re not sick, to…
Welcome to the early days of spring! After a long winter, we’re ready for brightly colored blooms and buds, less clothing layers, and more daylight. Several of us are also preparing for the inevitable start of spring season allergies. Allergies…
Calling All Scientists!
Are you a science student doing virtual laboratories at home? A parent supporting your children’s scientific discoveries in the kitchen? A science teacher running class remotely? A researcher in the laboratory? We know there’s still scientific experimentation going on even if we are all cooped up at home, and we want to see it!