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Viruses Beyond the Villains: The Incredible World of Beneficial Viruses 

Scientists have estimated the presence of a staggering 10 nonillion (10^31) viruses on our planet, a number that surpasses stars in the universe by a factor of 100 million. While viruses are often synonymous with illness and harm, their immense…

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…