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  1. DAP arrays for multiplex gene editing

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    ...in pairing with base editing and prime editing approaches. Recently, Xue Sherry Gao’s lab at Rice University...packaged into viral vectors for potential in vivo applications or multiplex CRISPR screening.   Using tRNAs...and efficient in plasmid and viral vectors. In applications when repetitive tRNA sequences must be avoided...construct DAP array for multiplex gene editing applications, we provide detailed manual and online design...
  2. Scientists Map the SARS-CoV-2-Human Interaction Network

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    ...millions, if not billions, of dollars, but by approaching it from a new direction, we hope to do it much...Guo, Fengbo Zhou, Paddy O’Leary (UCSF). Our approach is to discover key human proteins that can be ...therapeutics that are safe, effective, and already FDA-approved). This is a big job, but under the leadership ... half the drugs hitting these proteins are FDA-approved or in clinical trials or preclinical studies already...
  3. A Novice's Perspective on Neuroscience - SfN2017

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    ...engineering E. coli metabolism, maybe you’ll be able to apply your knowledge of metabolism to better understand...favorite FRET-based biosensing technique can be applied to an important neuronal signalling pathway - if...got a useful tool, there’s likely someway you can apply it in neuroscience. AAV tools from Addgene are already...targeting genes to specific cell types in the brain, mapping neuronal networks, and selectively activating signaling...
  4. Behind the scenes: Addgene’s new search engine and more

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    ... with an intuitive user interface.   The team approached the issue from multiple angles: the overall user...of information so we were able to fine tune our approach much more than if we were dealing with general...” variations and synonyms of the same term that appear in our data into a single filter value. For example...our search engine to be so specialized that it appears to “understand” biology.  We hope you will give...
  5. Dos & Don'ts When Publishing a Scientific Manuscript

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    ...review system. Peer review in traditional journals happens before the manuscript is accepted for publication...at the same time. Take your time picking the appropriate journal and explain in your cover letter why ...why you think your manuscript is appropriate for that journal. Argue with an editor or reviewer over their...ignored their comments, they will not be inclined to approve your paper. Rush your submission or revision. A...
  6. Kiran Musunuru on the Newest TALEN Genome-Editing System

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    ...with the same genetic background and do an apples-to-apples comparison of all those mutations. If you ...take four plasmids out of the library in the appropriate combination and do a restriction enzyme digest...different genetic backgrounds. It becomes more of an apples-to-oranges comparison. Addgene: Can you compare...
  7. CasPEDIA: A Functional Classification of Cas Enzymes

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    ...spCas9 was the only Cas enzyme widely available and applied by researchers for gene targeting. Fast forward...properties, previously established uses, and intended applications. Within CasPEDIA, there is a classification ...multiplex ability Experimental guidelines and applications Protein structure and properties Links to ...you want to read literature on the less common applications of an enzyme for your non-traditional experiment...
  8. Plasmids 101: Screens vs. Selections

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    ... are here to discuss the ins and outs of both approaches. Screens and selections The common goals The...lot in common. In fact, selections are often inappropriately categorized as screens! Why the confusion? ...details - and that’s where the differences in these approaches can be found. As an example, say you are considering...require there to be a culture condition that can apply enough pressure to select for variants of interest...
  9. Sweating the Small Stuff: Details in the Lab

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    ...small, avoidable mistake. Or worse, when you're trapped in a pattern of small errors that significantly...of ways you could change your variables - your approach, your workflow, or your physical setup - to prevent...workflow can have a huge impact. Test different approaches, like whether it's better for you to use cold...resistant to. Just like any other experimental approach, use small, incremental changes to understand ...
  10. Molecular Biology Protocol - Restriction Digest of Plasmid DNA

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    ...of interest (see below for recommend amounts) Appropriate restriction enzyme (see manufacturer's instructions...instructions for proper ammount) Approrpriate restriction digest buffer (see manufacturer's instructions) ...as Addgene's Sequence Analyzer . Determine an appropriate reaction buffer by reading the instructions for...The amount of DNA that you cut depends on your application. A diagnostic digest typically involves ∼500 ...volume usually varies from 10-50 µL depending on application and is largely determined by the volume of DNA...better. Mix gently by pipetting. Incubate tube at appropriate temperature (usually 37 °C) for 1 hour. Always...manufacturer’s instructions. Pro-Tip Depending on the application and the amount of DNA in the reaction, incubation...
  11. Immunocytochemistry

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    ...PBS, remove the wash, and dispose of it in an appropriate waste container. Fix each well with 500 µL of...as methanol or acetone may be better for some applications. Remove the paraformaldehyde and follow your...safety guidelines for disposing of waste in the appropriate container. Wash 3x for 5 min in 500 µL PBS on...permeabilization buffer and dispose of it in an appropriate waste container. Wash 3x for 5 min in 500 µL ... the blocking buffer and dispose of it in an appropriate waste container. Dilute the primary antibody ...the primary antibody and dispose of it in an appropriate waste container. Wash 3x for 5 min in 500 µL ...min at RT in the dark. Pro-Tip The plate can be wrapped in foil to block light. Remove the secondary antibody...
  12. Hot Plasmids - March 2019 - Anti-CRISPR, 2in1 Cloning, Fluorescent Voltage Indicators, and Photoswitchable Proteins

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    ...systematically mutated it. Using a robotic picking approach to select cells with variant characteristics they...” vector cloning system - a Gateway compatible approach to simultaneously clone two genes-of-interest ...response to blue light (445nm). The discovery and applications of protein partners that bind to only the light...the photoswitchable proteins offers a powerful approach to control protein-protein interactions in cells...
  13. Summer SciComm: Preprints

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    ...poster or talk, or submitting patent or grant applications; to informal settings like lab meetings, social...listing “Submitted” articles in their CV or grant applications. A number of organizations (such as ASAPbio)...and preprints are a great way to do that. We are happy to receive deposits of plasmids that have been described...asapbio.org/preprints-and-covid-19 Ettinger CL, Sadanandappa MK, Görgülü K, Coghlan KL, Hallenbeck KK, Puebla...
  14. Announcing the Winners of the 2021 Michael Davidson and Roger Tsien Commemorative Conference Awards

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    ... Haoyi Qiu He Tian Every two years, we seek applications for awards to early career scientists using ...virtual conference attendance. We also opened up applications to research technicians and undergraduate researchers...researchers to better understand the processes that happen inside the cell,” says Pedre Pérez. Figure...construction of the dual virus and the experimental approach. (B) CR-Cre mice demonstrate pain response due...
  15. Choosing the B(right)est Fluorescent Protein: Photostability

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    ...previous post in this series described a practical approach to selecting a bright fluorescent protein. In ...reached at high power may not translate to real applications in which far less power is used. For example...insight into the photostability in the intended application (Goedhart et al, 2012). The third issue relates...proteins. To avoid diffusion, the proteins are (i) trapped in microdroplets in a water/oil emulsion, (ii) ...
  16. Plasmids 101: CcdB - The Toxic Key to Efficient Cloning

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    ...several methodologies currently available for approaching it. These include the traditional restriction...introduction.html demonstrating the principal behind the “swapping out” of ccdB with the investigator’s gene of interest...which can then be used for downstream cloning applications. While these two strains ultimately perform ...important to ensure that you choose the most appropriate method for your own experiments. Please check...
  17. Pairing CombiGEM and CRISPR for Combinatorial Genetic Screening

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    ...high-throughput screening are vastly useful for mapping the combinatorial genetics that underlie complex...research questions. CombiGEM has been successfully applied to functionally characterize combinatorial gene...realization of a variety of perturbations and applications in functional genomics, cell reprogramming, ...He is particularly interested in developing and applying new technologies to interrogate and understand...
  18. A Look at Addgene's QC Process

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    ...mutated; elements that are difficult to sequence; approaches to confirm plasmid sequences without a reference...program called Geneious. Here, the raw reads are mapped against a reference sequence, if one was provided... determine if there are any notable QC issues. Mapping the raw NGS reads to a reference sequence can also...confirm their presence with confidence. If this approach does not resolve the identified differences, the...
  19. Adenoviral Vector Production and Troubleshooting

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    ...vectors (AdV) are attractive vectors for research applications and gene therapy: they can be produced at high...AdVs is what makes them ideal candidates for applications in oncolysis and vaccination!) In the 65 years...Adenovirus-mediated gene delivery: Potential applications for gene and cell-based therapies in the new...
  20. Engaging with science and society at pgEd

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    ...these tough issues is essential for building a rapport with these communities, which is in turn crucial...latest developments in genetics research, their applications and regulatory policies; keeping tabs on the...scientist. After all, scientific research does not happen in a vacuum that is isolated from the rest of society...and who will be affected by the knowledge and applications generated from this research. At both a practical...
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