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  1. Transferable Skills Guide: Problem Solving

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    ...definition of “problem solving skills” is the ability to apply the scientific method to problems in a variety of...strong problem solving skills is just a matter of applying that framework to the myriad challenges we encounter...always found that taking a conscious or active approach can be hugely helpful not only for developing ...ask them to explain their logic. Or you can try applying the scientific method to everyday problems in ...about technical know-how and more about how you approach new challenges.     Know your strengths! Research...to practice problem solving skills and learn to apply them flexibly in a range of contexts. As such, scientists...remember that you have these skills when you start applying and interviewing for new positions. Highlighting...

  2. New Tool for Lineage Tracing: The ClonTracer Library

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    ... the library can be used to identify appropriate, non-overlapping targets for drug development - such ...industry research. When she came to Novartis, she was happily surprised that “Novartis was actually really research...were so many interesting questions that we could apply [it to].” Using ClonTracer to study drug resistance...using NGS because the error rate of current NGS approaches allows for a detection limit of roughly 0.1%....populations can be eradicated up-front quickly. This approach is in contrast to the current treatment paradigm...Novartis Oncology and is particularly interested in applying what we have learned about tumor heterogeneity...

  3. CRISPR 101: Targeting Non-Coding RNAs with CRISPR/Cas9

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    ...insertions or deletions in the DNA sequence. This same approach is effective to target short ncRNAs, such as microRNAs...adjacent genes, especially those regulated by or overlapping with the lncRNA (Basak and Nithin 2015, Horlbeck...A schematic illustration of CRISPR/Cas9-based approaches to study ncRNAs. (A) Transcription start site...it comes to targeting precision and practical application. If the CRISPR/Cas9 system is not effective for...to enhance or upregulate ncRNA expression. This approach is useful for lncRNAs because they regulate nearby...lncRNAs with high specificity, particularly in applications requiring smaller delivery systems (Zibitt et...science.1225829  Hazan J, Bester AC. CRISPR-Based Approaches for the High-Throughput Characterization of Long...

  4. Making CRISPR Plasmids Using Fragmid

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    ...assembly process designed for a quick, plug-and-play approach to cloning CRISPR vectors (McGee et al., 2024)... plug-and-play. Because of its modular cloning approach, it’s easy to switch out reporters, Cas proteins...overview and timeline of the Golden Gate (GG) cloning approach. Individual modules and a sample ligation are ...validated and were chosen because of their broad applicability in different model systems. What’s the error...  The Fragmid website While the modular cloning approach is key to the Fragmid system, the Fragmid website...sites needed for the Fragmid cuts, clone in the appropriate overhang for your module type, and voilà! You...great plasmids for your next CRISPR experiment. Happy cloning! References and Resources References McGee...

  5. The Materials Science of Optogenetics Experiments

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    ...patch cable must be the appropriate length for your specific behavioral apparatus or test but not so excessively...the initial laser output. The same considerations apply to the polishing and preparation of the patch cable...experiment started, you will need a laser of the appropriate wavelength to stimulate your opsin. Each opsin...to optogenetics users and adjusts the lasers appropriately (tuned for optogenetics). These lasers are relatively... under certain contexts/locations in the test apparatus and thus individual laser stimulation is essential...Injectable, cellular-scale optoelectronics with applications for wireless optogenetics. Science. 2013;340...

  6. 28 Hot Plasmid Technologies from 2015

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    ...potential applications of CRISPR/Cas9 in genome-engineering. One particularly attractive application involves...cargo RNA to the appropriate DNA locus. The sgRNA/RNA fusions retained their appropriate functions affecting...cleave the target DNA. The inducible split cas9 approach can also be used for activation of specific genes...necessary light-activated protein domains to the appropriate locus has been cumbersome. To overcome many of... system widely accessible for many potential applications. Polstein LR & Gersbach CA, Nat Chem Biol ...amenable to both high and low throughput screening applications. The system can be readily modified to use different...the stop codon. Thus a non-translated mRNA will appear yellow, but a translated mRNA will be red. This...

  7. Using AAV for Neuronal Tracing

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    ...iontophoresis (applying small electric currents via inserted electrodes) may be applied, but these methods...intracellularly spread away from the site of application and aid in visualization of the morphology of...the hippocampal region CA2 allowed for detailed mapping of the neuronal circuitry involved in learning ...Mouse Brain Connectivity Atlas website. A similar approach was used by researchers from the Janelia Campus...activity-dependent neuronal tracing. Apart from mapping neuronal networks, improved AAV vectors could also...into muscle) as opposed to direct intracerebral application, which is more invasive and has a much higher...Cre-dependent, anterograde transsynaptic viral tracer for mapping output pathways of genetically marked neurons. ...

  8. Plasmids 101: 5 factors to help you choose the right cloning method

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    ...processes happen in a matter of minutes. Cost: Funding is usually limited - what cloning approach should...afraid to explore multiple approaches to find out which one works best for you. Happy cloning (and be sure ... of the post! Speed: Your grant deadline is approaching or your advisor is demanding results. If you’...however, or simply looking for a more streamlined approach, you might want to give Gateway a try. This method...LR Clonase enzyme mixes. After generating the appropriate inserts by PCR, there is no need for restriction...

  9. Antibodies 101: Producing Recombinant Antibodies

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    ...production system may depend on what downstream applications you are planning, cost, and the amount of protein... for this. Chromatography columns containing appropriate immobilized ligands are incubated with cell culture...Quantification Once you’ve collected your antibody in the appropriate buffer, it’s time to quantify it. There are several...accurate concentration to give your downstream applications the best chance at being successful.  Using ...they bind their antigens specifically. Possible applications for validation include western blot, immunohistochemistry...some antibodies are better suited for certain applications. An antibody that performs well in immunohistochemistry...use! You can learn more about common antibody applications in our Antibodies 101 blog series.  Resources...

  10. Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs)

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    ...to take a different approach. His own most impactful learning experiences happened in the lab, and he ...experiences afforded to those fortunate enough to apprentice with top scientists to larger groups of trainees...notes the importance of acknowledging student apprehensions about “failure” (protocols not working, hypotheses...while reminding participants of the value of this approach and encouraging them to engage in the problem-...in setting up a CURE, especially if it’s a new approach within their department. So in 2016, Provost partnered...research-based laboratory – a semester-long research approach using malate dehydrogenase as a research model...

  11. Lentiviral Vector Uses and Overview

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    ...many CRISPR applications, and they’ve also had success in clinical gene therapy applications. Read on to...to learn more about the current (and future) applications of lentiviral vectors! Lentiviral vector history...barcoding libraries have been used for complex applications like lineage tracing in heterogeneous tumors...developed integrase-deficient lentiviral vectors for applications that require the large genetic capacity of a...treatment of a molecular disorder: gene therapy approaches to sickle cell disease. Hoban MD, Orkin SH, Bauer...Integrase-defective lentiviral vectors: progress and applications. Banasik MB, McCray PB Jr. Gene Ther. 2010 Feb...

  12. To Codon Optimize or Not: That is the Question

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    ...may be found at very different levels (Mauro and Chappell, 2014). Due to this variation in tRNA expression...is codon optimization? Codon optimization is an approach in gene engineering to improve gene expression...sites and even affect protein function (Mauro and Chappell, 2014). Different rates of translation by different...and in biotechnology and therapeutics (Mauro and Chappell 2014).  Ultimately, it is important to take a ...//doi.org/10.1186/s12859-017-1793-7 Dresios J, Chappell SA, Zhou W, Mauro VP (2005) An mRNA-rRNA base-...https://doi.org/10.1101/gr.139758.112 Mauro VP, Chappell SA (2014) A critical analysis of codon optimization...synonymous codon usage bias, and its potential applications. Nucl Acids Res 15:1281–1295 . https://doi.org...

  13. CRISPR 101: Targeting RNA with Cas13a (C2c2)

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    ...use, functional in most species, and has many applications. That said, SpCas9 is not the only game in town... makes this molecule unique, and the various applications of Cas13a. The origins of Cas13a: An RNA cleaving...identity to the spacer sequence and contain the appropriate PAM sequence. The non-specific cleavage is thought...discussed below. Subscribe to CRISPR Blog Posts Applications of Cas13a   Figure 1: Using Cas13a as...of nucleotides.   What are the potential applications of Cas13a given what we know about its structure...CRISPR toolbox and will continue to expand the applications of CRISPR. Since this post was originally published...development seen in the field and as always, we appreciate the opportunity to share these invaluable reagents...

  14. Healthcare Consulting: A Door to the Business of Life Sciences

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    ...requiring people who are willing to quickly learn, and apply their knowledge to a variety of problems. In this...chemotherapies, or developing innovative mobile phone applications and services that help diabetic patients manage...Personally, I have greatly benefited from and appreciated the training I’ve received in concisely and accurately...literature, and critical analyses skills were applicable to my cases. I can directly use my understanding...core of the suite of benefits a given therapeutic approach brings to patients, doctors, and insurance providers...the gap between the science and the commercial applications of a particular therapy. With your scientific... research and bench science, with a newfound appreciation for how technologies get developed and commercialized...

  15. Career Insights: Technical Support Specialist

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    ...study for late career scientists to become more appealing on the job market (e.g. a postgraduate degree ...so much better. Driven by that, I successfully applied and worked as a technical support specialist for...expertise in technical support positions. When applying for technical support positions, you should try...company. To increase your chances at successfully applying for a position, you should familiarize yourself...instances, variations of the product’s specific application instructions or “optimized steps” can be linked...customers may tell all sorts of details about the application, just not the ones that matter. Therefore, if...different backgrounds and realizing that the same approach does not work for everyone. The benefit is that...

  16. The Addgene Antibody Data Hub

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    ...very little data on which might work in your application. It can be quite difficult to decide on which...be searched and sorted by gene/target, name, application, pass/fail rating, sample species, antibody species... how the antibody performed in the submitted application, along with a brief description of the experiment... section will vary slightly depending on the application — flow cytometry, western blot, immunohistochemistry...data showing how the antibody worked in your application. The submission process is easy, with simple,...simple, descriptive fields, drop-down boxes when appropriate, and can be saved at any point throughout the ...

  17. Quick Guide to Near-Infrared Fluorescent Proteins

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    ...robotic multidimensional directed evolution approach applied to fluorescent voltage reporters. Nat Chem...information on NIR FPs, their properties and applications. At the end, there is a Table that summarizes...phytochrome (BphPs) photoreceptors have higher apparent cellular brightness than previously reported widely...their enhanced versions named emiRFPs in your applications.  There is a whole set of spectrally distinct... about the characteristics, performance, and applications of near-infrared calcium indicators in this ...of Medicine. Her expertise is development and applications of fluorescent proteins, genetically encoded...

  18. Evolution of Brainbow: Using Cre-lox for Multicolor Labeling of Neurons

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    ... Brainbow 3.2. Brainbow labeling has also been applied to cell marking and lineage tracing in other systems...Between Brainbow Systems   Brainbow variants and applications beyond the mouse brain In addition to improving... Currently, Brainbow techniques are also being applied to study model organisms such as Drosophila and...zebrafish. Brainbow in Drosophila has aided in the mapping of neural circuits, such as connections between...Brainbow’s colorful labeling has decreased the mapping time for a given section of brain by at least an...brain and other biological systems. Interested in applying Brainbow to your research? Check out Brainbow ... Nov 1;450(7166):56-62. PubMed. A technicolour approach to the connectome. Lichtman JW, Livet J, Sanes...

  19. Optogenetics + CRISPR, Using Light to Control Genome Editing

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    ...improvements to CRISPR technology since its initial applications for genome engineering in 2012.  Many of these...particular interest since blue light has limited applications in vivo. UV and blue light is readily absorbed...allowing DNA binding and cleavage. This technique was applied to create photoswitchable spCas9, dCas9, and S....saCas9) proteins, showing the versatility of this approach. This study generated the first optically active..., allowing the release of Cas9. A noteworthy application of the CASANOVA system was its use in light-mediated...Deiters’ lab, on the other hand, took a different approach. These researchers used a genetically encoded ...Photoactivatable moiety Cas9 variatn CRISPR protein application Split Systems / Light-induced Dimerization ...

  20. Deep Dive: qPCR

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    ...understanding and technical proficiency with common applications - now let’s dive right in! You know qPCR is...as it solves, so understanding and using the application correctly is imperative. Picking your chemistry...space. For many cell lines and tissue types, appropriate reference genes (and supporting data) are often...2002), though there are cases in which it is an appropriate choice (Panina, 2018). Look for studies specifically...Vandesompele, 2002) will help you select the appropriate reference genes - and it is well worth your time... more, take a look at their 551 page e-book on applying MIQE guidelines! With these kinds of resources...melting profiles of PCR products in a rich web application, Bioinformatics, Volume 27, Issue 7, 1 April ...
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