The Straight (line) Talk on Standard Curves

What is a Standard Curve? A standard curve, in scientific experiments, is a graph that shows the relationship between known concentrations of a substance (usually plotted on the x-axis) and a measurable response (plotted on the y-axis) such as absorbance,…

C. elegans: The Tiny Worm That Transformed Science and Won Nobel Prizes

When it comes to groundbreaking scientific discoveries, we often think in terms of complex organisms. Species like humans or mice are key players in biomedical research and molecular biology. However, in the world of biology, a tiny, transparent roundworm called…

Understanding The Experiment: The Power of Story Tiles

Learning and teaching biotechnology is not for the faint of heart! Students must simultaneously grasp complex biology concepts, master advanced technical skills, and execute challenging experiments. However, the impact of biotechnology in the classroom can be profound. Classroom experiments transform…

Hands-On Forensics: Engaging Students with a Biotech Escape Room

Looking for an exciting way to teach forensic science? Our new kit, Forensic Escape Room: Design Your Own Biotech Adventure, offers a unique, hands-on approach to learning about blood typing and agarose gel electrophoresis while performing crime-solving techniques. This kit…