As you should remember, agarose gel electrophoresis is a technique that uses electricity and a porous gel matrix to separate DNA (and other molecules) into discreet bands based on size, shape, or charge. The agarose gel used to separate the…
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From Neanderthal to the Nobel Prize: A Paleogenetic Story
Each year five Nobel prizes are awarded in physiology/medicine, chemistry, physics, literature, and peace to “those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to society”. Winners of the Nobel prize in medicine or physiology have transformed how…
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The Colors of Fall
We know fall is in full swing when we can smell those apple cider donuts, see the carved pumpkins on doorsteps, and watch the leaves on the trees change color. But have you ever wondered where those beautiful autumnal hues…
Dr. Mario Molina: Hot Atom Chemist and Atmosphere Hero
Science benefits society. But sometimes the gap between the lab and life can seem large. That’s when it helps to turn to science history and heroes like Dr. Mario Molina. A chemist by training, Dr. Molina's research, teaching, and advocacy…
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