Interested in learning more about DNA sequencing technology? Be sure to read part one of this series before starting this post. DNA sequencing in today's laboratory is a little different than it was when it was developed in the late…
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Waste not, want not — a fun science experiment using leftover FlashBlue™!
Agarose gel electrophoresis is used to separate DNA fragments in complex mixtures according to their size. However, because DNA is clear and colorless, these bands cannot be seen with the naked eye. Edvotek® offers several different methods for visualizing the…
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Understanding DNA Sequencing, Part 1
The basic unit of all living organisms, from bacteria to humans, is the cell. Contained within the nucleus of these cells is a molecule called deoxyribonucleic acid (or DNA). Today, we know that DNA is the blueprint used to build…
Demystifying the NGSS High School Life Science Core Ideas
For those of you who have not read our previous post on the Next Generation Science Standards, please read it here. The Next Generation Science Standards are a set of education standards that focus on preparing students for careers in…
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