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Bacterial Transformation
Bacterial transformation introduces exogenous plasmid DNA into competent bacterial cells, enabling cloning, protein expression, and library construction.
Guides CRISPR Screening
CRISPR screening uses pooled single-guide RNA libraries to identify genes essential for a phenotype of interest in a high-throughput, genome-wide manner.
Guides Gateway and TOPO Cloning
Gateway recombinational cloning and TOPO cloning are rapid, PCR-based methods for transferring DNA sequences between plasmids without restriction enzymes or ligase.
Guides Gibson Assembly and Golden Gate Cloning
Gibson Assembly and Golden Gate cloning enable seamless, scarless assembly of multiple DNA fragments in a single reaction for synthetic biology and large construct engineering.
Guides Transfection Methods
Transfection delivers nucleic acids into eukaryotic cells for studying gene function, protein expression, and genetic manipulation.
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FDA Clears First Over-the-Counter Continuous Glucose Monitor for Children
FDA clears Dexcom's Stelo Glucose Biosensor System as the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor for children ages 2 and older who do not use insulin.
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Blood Gas Analysis and Serum Protein Electrophoresis
Blood gas analysis assesses respiratory and metabolic acid-base status, while serum protein electrophoresis separates serum proteins for diagnosing monoclonal gammopathies and inflammatory conditions.
Guides Urinalysis
Urinalysis is a non-invasive diagnostic test that assesses kidney function, metabolic disorders, and urinary tract infections through physical, chemical, and microscopic examination.
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Schlenk Line and Air-Free Techniques
Schlenk line and air-free techniques enable the safe handling of air- and moisture-sensitive compounds using inert gas and vacuum manifold systems.
Guides Column Chromatography and Flash Chromatography
Column chromatography separates compounds by differential adsorption to a stationary phase, and flash chromatography accelerates the process with pressurized solvent flow.
Guides Distillation Techniques
Distillation separates liquid mixtures based on differences in boiling points, with simple, fractional, steam, and vacuum distillation covering different separation challenges.
Guides Recrystallization and Liquid-Liquid Extraction
Recrystallization purifies solid compounds by selective dissolution and crystallization, while liquid-liquid extraction transfers solutes between immiscible solvents.
GuidesNews
FDA Clears First Over-the-Counter Continuous Glucose Monitor for Children
FDA clears Dexcom's Stelo Glucose Biosensor System as the first over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor for children ages 2 and older who do not use insulin.
News EMA 2025 Annual Report: Strong Approvals for Human and Veterinary Medicines
EMA's 2025 annual report shows 104 human and 30 veterinary medicines recommended, marking the agency's 30th anniversary.
News FDA Authorizes Generic Nitenpyram for New World Screwworm in Dogs and Cats
FDA issues Emergency Use Authorization for generic Nitenpyram Tablets to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats weighing at least two pounds.
News FDA Expands Sunscreen Options for the First Time in 20 Years
FDA adds bemotrizinol to approved sunscreen ingredients — the first new active sunscreen ingredient in 20 years, used safely in Europe for decades.
News EMA, AMA and African Regulators Join Forces on Ebola Outbreak Response
EMA's Emergency Task Force collaborates with AMA and African regulators to advance clinical trials and medical countermeasures for the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda.
News FDA Issues Draft Guidance to Accelerate Cell and Gene Therapies for Patients
FDA draft guidance proposes leveraging existing platform knowledge to streamline development of cell and gene therapies for rare and life-threatening diseases.
News ETF Recommends Updating COVID-19 Vaccines to Target XFG Variant
EMA's Emergency Task Force recommends updating COVID-19 vaccines to target the XFG variant for the 2026/2027 vaccination campaign.
News FDA Issues Draft Guidance to Cut Unnecessary Animal Testing for Cancer Drugs
FDA draft guidance aims to reduce unnecessary animal testing in nonclinical safety assessments for certain cancer drugs, potentially accelerating timelines for human trials.
News EU recommendations for 2026/2027 seasonal flu vaccine composition
Annual updates to virus strains ensure vaccines stay effective
News- FDA Expands Sunscreen Options for the First Time in 20 Years
- EMA Recommends First Oral GLP-1 Treatment for Weight Management
- Lab Lexicon Now Available in German
- FDA Finalizes Food Chemical Safety Program, Launches Reassessment of BHT and ADA
- FDA Advances Drug Repurposing to Address Unmet Medical Needs
Guides
Bacterial Transformation
Bacterial transformation introduces exogenous plasmid DNA into competent bacterial cells, enabling cloning, protein expression, and library construction.
Guides CRISPR Screening
CRISPR screening uses pooled single-guide RNA libraries to identify genes essential for a phenotype of interest in a high-throughput, genome-wide manner.
Guides Gateway and TOPO Cloning
Gateway recombinational cloning and TOPO cloning are rapid, PCR-based methods for transferring DNA sequences between plasmids without restriction enzymes or ligase.
Guides Gibson Assembly and Golden Gate Cloning
Gibson Assembly and Golden Gate cloning enable seamless, scarless assembly of multiple DNA fragments in a single reaction for synthetic biology and large construct engineering.
Guides Transfection Methods
Transfection delivers nucleic acids into eukaryotic cells for studying gene function, protein expression, and genetic manipulation.
Guides Blood Gas Analysis and Serum Protein Electrophoresis
Blood gas analysis assesses respiratory and metabolic acid-base status, while serum protein electrophoresis separates serum proteins for diagnosing monoclonal gammopathies and inflammatory conditions.
Guides
Tools
Phage Display Calculator
Calculate library diversity, panning enrichment, and phage particle concentration from UV absorbance for phage display experiments.
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CZE Parameter & Capillary Calculator
Calculate capillary geometry, electric field strength, electrophoretic mobility, theoretical plates, and resolution for capillary zone electrophoresis separations.
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Antimicrobial Susceptibility Interpreter
Interpret MIC values and disk diffusion zone diameters against CLSI breakpoints for common pathogen–antibiotic combinations.
Tools Calibration Curve Generator
Generate a calibration curve from standard data, compute regression statistics, and predict unknown concentrations.
Tools HPLC Resolution & Efficiency Calculator
Calculate plate count, resolution, selectivity, capacity factor, and HETP for HPLC separations.
Tools Gibbs Free Energy Calculator
Calculate Gibbs free energy, equilibrium constants, and van't Hoff parameters for chemical reactions.
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