EdvoTech Tips: Using a DNA Ladder

DNA ladder. Molecular size marker. Standard DNA fragments. You may have heard these terms before, but been confused as to what they are. The great thing is that these terms all refer to the same reagent, which makes it easy…

Agarose Gel Electrophoresis FAQ Roundup

Our scientists answer many different questions every week from administrators, teachers, and students. These can range from simple clarifications to deeper, thought-provoking investigations, but the most common questions relate to agarose gel electrophoresis. We've written a lot about gel electrophoresis…

Biotech Basics: Avoiding Agarose Microwave Explosions

Oh the dreaded agarose microwave explosion! One second your solution is not boiling at all and the next it’s erupted like a volcano. The result: agarose splattering the top and sides of your microwave, a rapidly solidifying pool of the…

Top Five Edvotek YouTube Videos for 2020 (plus a bonus)

Did you know that Edvotek has an extensive video library that covers all of our most popular experiments, from PCR and electrophoresis, to the ELISA and transformation? We have over 60 videos to help you teach. These videos can be…