ArticlesBreak RoomNext-Generation Sequencing

Sequenced — Comic Series

Join Terence, a motivated undergrad, as he experiences the ups and downs of research using next-generation sequencing, learning valuable tips for successful NGS experiments along the way
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Chromatography VideoVideos

What You Need to Know About Packing Resins at Process Scale

Learn best practices and guidelines for successfully packing different types of chromatography resins in this video webinar. This includes incompressible resins, like CHT Ceramic Hydroxyapatite Media, as well as traditional compressible resins. In general, parameters such as compression factor, settling rate, and attributes of the base matrix need to be considered when packing resins at process scale. Packing methods can be adapted to obtain simple, highly reproducible packing. Get tips here.
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Bio-Plex Multiplex Assays VideoVideos

Quick Tips for Bio-Plex Assays

It is imperative to plan and prepare ahead of time for your research using Bio-Plex Assays to be successful. Good assay planning and preparation reduces mistakes and makes for a stress-free assay run. In this series of short videos, we share some simple steps you can take to make sure your work goes smoothly.
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Chromatography VideoVideos

A Mixed-Mode Approach — An Alternative to a Three-Step mAb Purification Process

Monoclonal antibody (mAb) purification methods often involve the use of resin-based chromatography. In this video, we compare a three-step mAb purification workflow, which uses Nuvia Ion Exchange Resins post–Protein A capture, to a two-step purification workflow, which includes a Protein A capture step followed by a mixed-mode chromatography step using Nuvia aPrime 4A Resin, a hydrophobic anion exchange resin. We present an additional two-step purification approach using Protein A resin followed by a calcium affinity cation exchange media, CHT Ceramic Hydroxyapatite XT Media. The results of both studies demonstrate that a high purity product can be attained using one fewer unit operation than traditional workflows.
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Preamplification and How it Can Be Used to Maximize qPCR Data Generation from Limited Samples
ArticlesFeatured StoriesProtocols and TipsReal-time qPCR/PCR

Preamplification and How it Can Be Used to Maximize qPCR Data Generation from Limited Samples

Incorporating preamplification into your qPCR experiments may seem daunting, but it is a powerful way to analyze targets from limited samples. The tips in this article will help you understand how preamplification can enhance your qPCR experiments and the considerations and implications for incorporating it into your workflow.
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ArticlesElectrophoresis/Western BlottingProtocols and Tips

Tips to Make Fluorophore Picking Easier

Fluorescence is a property of photo-excitable molecules that has been exploited to develop dyes, or fluorophores, that are used in a variety of experimental procedures, including western blotting. Learn more about the science behind fluorescent dyes and get some helpful tips on how to pick the right fluorophores for your experimental needs.
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ArticlesFeatured StoriesProtocols and Tips

Key Steps to Ensure Optimized and Reproducible qPCR Experiments

Real-time PCR is a common and easy-to-adopt technology. By keeping a few simple steps in mind as you design and run your experiments you can ensure high-quality, reproducible data.
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ArticlesDrug Discovery and DevelopmentProtocols and Tips

Characterization of Critical Reagents for Ligand Binding Assays

Ligand binding assays are utilized throughout the large-molecule drug development process. However, their robustness, accuracy, and reproducibility depend on the quality of critical reagents. See how you can ensure their consistent characterization, particularly during early drug development stages.
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ArticlesBio-Plex Multiplex AssaysProtocols and Tips

Multiplex Immunoassays: Five Tips for Optimizing Your Experiments

Follow the five tips in this article before embarking on your multiplex immunoassay journey to generate accurate, efficient, and biologically relevant results. From help designing experiments to acquiring accurate data, this article has it all.
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ArticlesDroplet Digital PCR (ddPCR)Featured StoriesProtocols and Tips

Digital PCR: Helpful Tips When Using Droplet Partitioning Technology

Digital PCR offers a highly sensitive alternative to conventional qPCR, enabling absolute quantification of nucleic acids and rare allele detection. The tips in this article help you set up and optimize your digital PCR experiments when using droplet partitioning technology.
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