Applications & Consumables

In-depth articles covering the various methods and applications used in the life sciences and biotechnology to further scientific research and innovation.

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CRISPR & Genome Editing

Learn about the CRISPR/Cas9 system and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling genome editing.

DNA gel electrophoresis equipment
DNA & Protein Electrophoresis

Learn about DNA electrophoresis and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling this technique.

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DNA Modification & Enzymes

Learn about DNA modification and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling this technique.

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Enzyme Linked-Immunosorbent Assay

Learn about ELISA and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling this technique.

PCR equipment
PCR, qPCR, & DNA Amplification

Learn about PCR, DNA amplification, and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling this technique.

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Protein Purification & Isolation

Learn about protein purification and isolation and the tools, consumables, and reagents enabling this technique.

Western blot imaging equipment
Western Blot Imaging

Learn more about the consumables and reagents used in Western blotting to perform protein analysis.

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What Is RNase? The Basics of Ribonuclease

What is RNase? RNases (or ribonucleases) are a class of hydrolytic enzymes that catalyzes both the in vivo and in vitro degradation of ribonucleic acid (RNA) molecules into smaller components. The nuc...

DNA Modification: Processes, Significance, & Implications

What is DNA Modification? DNA modification, also referred to as genetic modification or genetic engineering, is defined as the alteration of the genetic makeup or original genome of organisms that wou...

What Is Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)?

Effective research and advancements in life science would not be possible without the discovery of PCR. PCR has contributed greatly to innovations in biopharmaceuticals, biotech crops, and industrial ...

What Is DNA Ligase? Definition & Role

DNA ligase is an enzyme that joins DNA strands through the formation of phosphodiester bonds in a process called DNA ligation. Learn more in our comprehensive article.

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