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Deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA is the genetic material found in living organisms from bacteria to plants to humans, and even some viruses. DNA is the blueprint used to build an organism. The directions coded for by our DNA controls everything…
Our QuickStrips are microtiter plates that contain ready-to-load DNA or dye samples, and are covered by a thin layer of foil. QuickStrips are great for students who are learning the basics of pipetting and electrophoresis. Here are some quick tips…
Would it surprise you to know that some of the small, striped fish in your local pet store are also a fundamental model organism in research labs across the world? Danio rerio, or "Zebrafish", are a common sight in freshwater…
SNP analysis of the PTC gene using the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is one of my favorite ways to demonstrate the link between genotype and phenotype in the classroom laboratory. This wonderful experiment involves the isolation of human DNA from…
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