If you're performing electrophoresis, you've probably seen the step that says "add loading dye," but there might not be a lot of explanation in your protocol. So, in this blog post, we'll talk about loading dye, what it's made of,…
If you're performing electrophoresis, you've probably seen the step that says "add loading dye," but there might not be a lot of explanation in your protocol. So, in this blog post, we'll talk about loading dye, what it's made of,…
As summer winds down and the crisp air of fall begins to settle in, there’s more happening than just the return of pumpkin spice lattes and cozy sweaters. For high school students—and the parents who support their learning—this is the…
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In previous posts, we talked about the ways that you can prepare your lab and your experiments to keep your students safe. The final thing we suggest is to create and distribute a lab safety contract. This document is a…
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Every so often we like to post about interesting new nonfiction books that have caught our attention. Today, I want to highlight some thought-provoking new science books, each of which offers a unique look at a different scientific field. All…
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