Plasmids 101: Sequence and Ligation Independent Cloning (SLIC)
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...restriction enzyme cloning uses short sticky ends to insert genes into plasmid backbones, base pairing between...absence of the other dNTPs. Once the vector and insert are (separately) digested to create 10–12 base ...on the power of homologous recombination.
SLIC inserts and linearized vectors must have homologous DNA...imprecise T4 digestion (no dNTPs needed), allows both insert and vector to be digested in the same tube. Alternatively...these approaches require higher concentrations of insert to succeed. 5′ overhangs are generated in the linearized... be used with different types of PCR-generated inserts. By harnessing the power of DNA repair, you can...