The Big ELISA Roundup

The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay, or ELISA, is a fundamental technique that is used daily in diagnostic and research labs around the world. The technique uses antibodies to detect an antigen of interest, and can be used for disease detection, diagnostic…

Salvaging Shipping and Storage Mishaps

No matter how carefully you plan out your experiment mistakes are bound to happen from time to time. Reagents are accidentally placed into the wrong storage location, shipments are delayed and arrive later on Friday, and freezers can fail while…

The Ultimate Guide to Thermal Cycler TLC

Hey there, biology and biotechnology teacher extraordinaire! We know you love your thermal cycler. After all, it's a powerhouse of a lab tool that lets you conduct all types of exciting experiments, teach Noble Prize winning technology, and demonstrate the…

A Picture is Worth 1000 Words

It's been said that a picture is worth 1000 words, and in the realm of science that often holds true. Whether you're discussing research articles, scientific magazines, or academic lab reports, an image can be essential in communicating the results…