DNA Modification

Explore the fascinating world of DNA modification and modifying enzymes. Discover insights, techniques, advancements, and the potential it holds for various fields, including biotechnology, medicine, and beyond.

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Protein Phosphatase

September 29, 2023

Protein Phosphatase: Overview & Applications

Explore protein phosphatases, their isoforms, structure, and functions in this insightful article on enzyme activity.

Genetic Vectors

July 18, 2023

Genetic Vectors: Overview, Types, & Applications

What are genetic vectors and how do they aid gene transfer? Learn about their features, functions, and uses in this article.

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December 20, 2022

Histone: Definition, Overview, & Applications

Histone: Overview Do you know that each diploid cell in our body contains around 2 meters of DNA? Then, how does it reside in a 100 μm small cell? The answer is proteins that compact the DNA into the ...

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September 27, 2022

Sulfurylase: Definition, Overview, & Applications

Sulfurylase: Overview Sulfurylase is an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction forming pyrophosphate and adenylyl sulfate as products from ATP and sulfate substrates. The enzyme is also known as ...

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August 31, 2022

DNA Labeling: Overview & Applications

DNA Labeling: Overview Nucleic acid labeling is one of the essential procedures in molecular biology labs to detect and purify nucleic acids (DNA and RNA). Various labeling agents are available today...

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August 31, 2022

Topoisomerase: Overview & Applications

Topoisomerase: Overview Topoisomerase (DNA topoisomerases) is an enzyme that catalyzes the changes in the intertwined state of two DNA strands. It helps in vivo and in vitro DNA replication, transcrip...