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  1. Transferable Skills Guide: Cross-team Communication

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    ...communication blog posts Resources on Addgene.org Find careers at Addgene ... project I’d seen in my already long tenure at Addgene. I would work with our research team and software...pinpointed and (mostly) solved two main problems with Addgene’s cross team communication. Although these real ...these plates now” to a fellow team member. But, at Addgene, we use seven different types of “plates” (Fig....not the container was barcoded (this is pretty Addgene specific) The types or purposes of each given container...that there were a lot of words that nearly all Addgene teams used that seemed simple, but they could in...solution for this problem was the creation of an Addgene lexicon. The base lexicon was and continues to ...
  2. Three Key Considerations for Precise Neuronal Targeting Using AAV Technologies

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    ...approaches to control transgene expression by restricting expression to genetically defined cell types. ...neuroscientists have begun to use more precise genetic tools: activators, inhibitors, sensors, recombinases...vectors (AAV), neuroscientists can combine classical genetic tools with the manipulation of specific neuronal...changes affect the phenotype. Viral vectors and genetic approaches are continuously refined and developed...molecular tools and sensors Combinations of classical genetic tools, for example Cre/loxP or Flp/FRT, with AAV.... Specific transgene expression can be also achieved in nontransgenic animals by using cis regulatory ... one location can result in expression of an optogenetic payload in neurons that project to different ...
  3. The 12 Days of CRISPR: 2021

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    ...CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: a primer on prime editing.  On the eleventh day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to...all of them here.  On the first day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: a miniature CRISPR-Cas system for mammalian... mammalian use. On the second day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: engineered pegRNAs to improve prime editing...editing efficiency. On the third day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: Selective Endogenous eNcapsidation ... Delivery (SEND). On the fourth day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: enhanced prime editing systems through...manipulating MMR machinery. On the fifth day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: efficient CRISPR editing with a hypercompact...engineered guide RNAs. On the sixth day of CRISPR, Addgene gave to me: PRIME-del (Precise genomic deletions...
  4. New Viral Vectors - Fall 2024

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    ...preps available in the Addgene viral vector repository! This includes the first Addgene prep packaged in the... AAV1 Optogenetics Karl Deisseroth New serotype pAAV-hSyn-hChR2(H134R)-EYFP AAV2 Optogenetics Karl Deisseroth... Brian O'Neill.  More resources on the Addgene blog Addgene's Data Hub What is a Virus (and a Viral Vector...other new AAV vectors as well — including next-generation biosensors for GABA, dopamine, serotonin, and...Table 1: New ready-to-use viral vectors in the Addgene repository  Name Serotype Category Depositor...serotype pAAV_hSyn-PdCO-mScarlet-WPRE AAV5 Optogenetics Ofer Yizhar New viral prep pAAV_hSyn-DIO-PdCO-mScarlet-WPRE...-PdCO-mScarlet-WPRE AAV1, AAV5 Optogenetics Ofer Yizhar New viral prep with multiple serotypes pAAV-Syn-FLEX-rc...
  5. Hot Plasmids - October 2022

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    ...C-terminal region of the human proto-oncogene c-Myc. Since the generation of the first anti-c-Myc [9E10] (...high-throughput screening platform to apply saturating mutagenesis on 21 positions in the protein sequence of the...approach and outcomes of the screen for improved genetically-encoded voltage indicators (GEVIs) based on the...kinetics. They demonstrate the use of HcKCR1 as an optogenetic silencer in experiments with mouse cortical neurons... HcKCR2, making it more suitable for in vivo optogenetic use.   Fig. 2: A) HcKCR1 is highly selective...control K+ gradients and can be used as a potent optogenetic silencer. The current work also proposes promising... light-gated potassium channels that mediate optogenetic inhibition. Nat Neurosci 25, 967–974 (2022). ...
  6. Early Career Researcher Toolbox: Free Online Molecular Biology Tools

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    ...analyze and annotate any DNA sequence. SnapGene Viewer: The free SnapGene Viewer is great for looking at plasmid... biology tools.  Addgene Data Hub: A data repository for validation data on Addgene/CLOVER viral vectors...Utah.   Figure 1: A plasmid map created in SnapGene of Blue Flame plasmid pET21a-BirA.   DNA / .../ protein database search and analysis tools Addgene's analyze sequence tool: Annotates features, BLASTs...restriction enzyme cut sites Open reading frame finder  Addgene vector database: Find sequences for plasmids assembled...available sources, as well as those deposited with Addgene. NCBI BLAST: Compares nucleotide or protein sequences...tool, set up an IDT account. Figure 2: Addgene's Analyze Sequence tool.   DNA sequence manipulation...
  7. Brzezinski Lab CRISPR Collection

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    ...KRAB-MeCP2 fusion for gene and non-coding enhancer sequence repression dCas9-VPR fusion for gene activation CRISPR...CRISPR Collection The Brzezinski lab investigates gene regulation in the context of the developing mouse...based approach to knockout, repress, and activate gene targets. To accomplish this they have taken advantage...pX458 plasmid to expand its usefulness for the lab's gene regulation and developmental studies. Key plasmid...fate specification, yet differs from deleting both genes . Development. doi: 10.1242/dev.190272. PMID: 32541005...pX458 backbone ( Addgene #48138 ) dCas9 + KRAB-MeCP2 ( Addgene #110821 ) VPR ( Addgene #63798) Plasmids...Cloning Protocols Single guide cloning: Zhang Lab General Cloning Protocol (PDF, 237 KB) Dual guide cloning...
  8. New and Upcoming Viral Vectors - June 2019

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    ...pAAV-hsyn-flex-Voltron-ST DREADDs / Chemogenetics AAV We have also expanded our inventory of chemogenetic AAV for activating...viral vectors 101 eBook Resources on Addgene.org Learn about Addgene's viral service Find viral protocols...jGCaMP7c for calcium detection PSAM4 GlyR for chemogenetic inhibition Flp expression for intersectional...FDA-approved drugs. See our inventory of DREADDs / Chemogenetics AAVs New DREADDs Plasmid Serotype Name ...AAV5 pOTTC1596 - pAAV SYN1 HA-hM3D(Gq) New chemogenetics AAV Plasmid Serotype Name 119741  AAV5 ...pEF1a-DIO-FLPo-WPRE-hGHp Other new viral vectors New optogenetics inhibitors Plasmid Serotype Name 99039 ...These vectors listed below should be released at Addgene in the next 6 months, pending quality control. ...
  9. Why Do I Need an MTA Anyway?

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    ... Here’s how Addgene helps: For Providers: One-time Deposit: Simply deposit with Addgene (it’s FREE!)...Streamlined Processing: When you place an order, Addgene generates the MTA and emails it straight to you, or ... on collaboration (it’s the heart and soul of Addgene’s mission), but legal complexities can arise when...institutions require them for material transfers. When Addgene entered the plasmid sharing space, we heard over...confidence. Benefits of the UBMTA: Peace of mind Addgene has adopted the terms of the Uniform Biological... review by the Provider Limited liability Addgene makes it easy Even with all those benefits, we ... handle all the paperwork. Record Keeping: Addgene will let you know exactly how many times your materials...
  10. Using Phosphoserine to Study Protein Phosphorylation

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    ...protocols Sep-OTSλ plasmid - Addgene # 68292 C321.ΔA bacterial strain – Addgene #68306 pCRT7 NT TOPO E17TAG...E17TAG GFP plasmid - Addgene #68295 SupD plasmid – Addgene # 68307 For further technical reference and protocols...candidate regulatory kinase is known, it’s possible to generate non-phosphorylated recombinant protein and perform...Creating phosphoserine-incorporated proteins The generation of pSer-incorporated proteins requires a molecular...flavors’ of Sep-OTS plasmids are available through Addgene, but we have worked most extensively worked with...must be recoded to ‘TGA’ using site-directed mutagenesis. In the C321.ΔA strain, this TGA will be recognized...position. Practical tips for your experiments To generate as much pSer-incorporated protein of interest ...
  11. Our Most Popular Blog Posts from 2019

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    ... biology over the past year: CRISPR, optogenetics, chemogenetics, plasmids, fluorescent proteins, careers...proteins at Addgene. 7. Designing Your Chalk Talk for the Academic Job Interview by Erik Snapp Addgene depositor...2020! Additional resources on the Addgene Blog Read other Addgene news Find the most recent plasmid ...posts Resources at Addgene Browse the repository Find educational resources at Addgene Search for plasmids...discovery. We’ve documented many new tools on the Addgene blog and have created and updated guides on various...blogger Joachim Goedhart shares some strategies for generating GFP fusion proteins. From considering protein... by leaving a comment or emailing us at blog@addgene.org.  Thank you again for a fantastic year and happy...
  12. 2023 and 2024: Reflections and Looking Ahead

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    ...executive director of Addgene, it is my privilege to uphold the values that shape Addgene’s mission and work...thrilled to be sharing our plans for 2024.  In 2023, Addgene distributed 188,729 materials to 39,844 scientists... three–year project that touched every team at Addgene. As a resource, it will allow scientists around...Institute for Protein Innovation (IPI), in which Addgene will distribute recombinant antibodies (rAbs) developed...focus on expanding international access to the Addgene repository, partially through work with our distributors...mention that 2024 is an incredibly special year for Addgene: it marks our 20th anniversary. Throughout the ...months, we’ll also share our work in evolving Addgene’s strategic vision for the future. Over the years...
  13. Finding Your Perfect Job After University

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    ...perfect job.   Resources at Addgene Read Additional Career Posts on the Addgene Blog Browse Our Careers ...a full time position in a lab. I worked on the genetics of Wilms Tumour, which is a type of pediatric ...study a Master of Science (MSc) in Human Molecular Genetics to give me an edge over other graduates during...costs. My MSc courses were interesting and luckily genetics is a sector which has been rapidly growing. These...factors left me optimistic that I would find a genetics related role soon after finishing my MSc. The ...Australia, this was a perfect opportunity to work in a genetics lab. As a UK citizen, I was entitled to a Work-Travel...the best outcome for a specific combination of genetic mutations. This is a particular challenge in pancreatic...
  14. Magnetic Control of Proteins: More than a Dream

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    .../nn.4265.  Additional resources on addgene.org Find Optogenetics Plasmids Find Biosensor Plasmids Visit... al., 2024). They deposited their plasmid with Addgene, hoping to inspire others to explore the phenomenon...Although a wide range of fluorescent proteins and optogenetic tools exist, humans (like many organisms) are...magnetoresponsive fluorescent protein. Controlling an optogenetic or fluorescent tool with magnets would enable... molecules like proteins with magnetic fields generally appears to be weak — if they exist at all. Andrew... AsLOV2. After several rounds of semi-random mutagenesis and screening, the EGFP and mScarlet variants...significant gains! After a few more rounds of mutagenesis, they eventually found a version of AsLOV2 with...
  15. Plasmids 101: 5 factors to help you choose the right cloning method

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    ...technique, you first perform a round of PCR to generate DNA fragments with 15-40 bp of homology at their... site, toposisomerase I, and a taq polymerase-generated insert. When mixed, topoisomerase I provides both...Taq perfectly anneal with the topoisomerase I generated overhangs in the backbone. Once combined, the ...processes will require a PCR reaction or two to generate templates for the cloning process. Time spent ...spent actually doing the experiments are also generally comparable so the best way to compare costs is to ...assembly is a highly versatile and efficient way to generate a wide variety of constructs. Similar, Gateway...$20-30 per reaction but can be used to quickly generate multiple clones. Difficulty: If you’re an experienced...
  16. CRISPR Plasmids - Parasites

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    ...developments with CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing have propelled both reverse and forward genetics of these parasites. ... these tools have enabled precise genetic analyses to pinpoint genes linked to parasite virulence, transmission...predicted protein-coding genes. To find emtpy gRNA plasmids, visit Addgene's Empty gRNA Expression Vectors...content for this page was generated with the help of Scott Lindner . Cut ID Plasmid Gene/Insert Selectable Marker.... Moreover, CRISPR-dCas9 gene regulation has also been established for some of these parasites. Together...plasmids that have been used in these efforts. Addgene's parasite CRISPR plasmid collection also includes... PI Publication Return to top CRISPR Resources Addgene has a large selection of CRISPR plasmids and resources...
  17. Multifunctional Neural Fibers: Modulation from Gut to Brain

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    ...s41587-023-01833-5 Resources on Addgene.org Optogenetics guide Chemogenetics guide BRAIN initiative plasmid... on the Addgene blog Plasmid tools for microbiome studies Channel rhodopsins for optogenetics Viral Vectors...electric stimulation, drug administration, and optogenetics. Enter neural fibers! The neural fiber tool...features enable the fibers to emit light for optogenetic purposes, measure temperature, study electrophysiology...molecules.   Fun fact: A 1 cm block of polymer can generate many meters of fibers!     Fig. 1 - ...the labs looked at previous implementation of optogenetic tools, calcium sensors, and other common neuroscience...for gut implantation. The fibers they ended up generating were 10-15 times more flexible than the brain...
  18. New and Upcoming Viral Vectors - Spring 2019

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    ...variant of jGCaMP7 in AAV1 at Addgene! See all calcium sensor AAV at Addgene. GABA sensor AAV GABA is the...pAAV-hSyn-mCherry at Addgene. Viral vectors coming soon! These vectors listed below should be released at Addgene in the...viral vectors 101 eBook Resources on Addgene.org Learn about Addgene's viral service Find viral protocols...the iGABASnFR and its F102G variant in AAV1 at Addgene! Archon1, a voltage sensor AAV Historically, electrical...Archon1 can also be used in conjunction with optogenetic activators and inhibitors that respond to blue... Find Archon1 and its cre-dependent version at Addgene! Fluorescent protein and control AAV These fluorescent...item is available for order please email help@addgene.org with the vector name and serotype you’d like ...
  19. Podcast: A Malawian Professor's Path to Biotech Research

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    ...Production Specialist at Addgene. He is the audio engineer and producer for the Addgene Podcast.     Additional...Seeding Labs Resources on the Addgene Blog Listen to Additional Addgene Podcasts Learn How You Can Contribute...Contribute to the Addgene Blog Learn about Addgene Plasmid Donations for Rare Disease Research Resources...Resources on Addgene.org Become a part of the Addgene Community ...Biotechnology, he did his PhD in Plant Breeding, Genetics, and Biotechnology at Michigan State University.... Kwapata now works as a lecturer in molecular genetics and biotechnology for Horticulture and Forest ... recently received an award from nonprofit and Addgene collaborator, Seeding Labs, for lab equipment that...
  20. Kwabena Duedu on Public Health, Biofuels, and Doing Science in Ghana

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    ...recently awarded plasmids from Addgene as a successful applicant to the Addgene, Seeding Labs Plasmid Grant...Production Specialist at Addgene. He is the audio engineer and producer for the Addgene Podcast.     Additional...Resources on the Addgene Blog Check Out Posts on Synthetic Biology Learn about the Addgene, Seeding Labs...In this episode of the Addgene Podcast, we sit down with Kwabena Duedu, a researcher at the University... research experiences as well as plasmids from Addgene to bring new opportunities to Ghanaian scientists... biology needs and why Kwabena applied for the Addgene, Seeding Labs plasmid grant. 7:12 - 7:11 : Kwabena's...Sciences in Ghana. He is a recent recipient of the Addgene, Seeding Labs Plasmid grant and is working on a...
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