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TypeBlog PostPublishedMay 29, 2014, 1:29 p.m....blastn program uses a smaller word size and lower scoring penalties for mismatches and gaps in the alignment...blastp algorithm parameters. We use the default scoring matrix BLOSUM62, but you may want to check the ... multiple protein sequences, particularly for comparing different isoforms. In addition to our favorites...
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An Introduction to Adenovirus
TypeBlog PostPublishedOct. 3, 2023, 1:15 p.m....inhibition of the innate immune system; and reconfiguring of the nuclear compartment, gene expression,...’ functions are rescued by helper plasmids used during production and/or by genes present in the HEK293T...license. The promise of adenoviral vectors This brings us to the final topic, which is that natural AdVs... -
Antibodies 101: Producing Recombinant Antibodies
TypeBlog PostPublishedAug. 13, 2024, 1:15 p.m.... It may be helpful to incorporate regular feeds during this incubation time to maintain cell viability...consider increasing the number of washes performed during your harvest. Validation Recombinant antibodies...temperature shifts. Of course, we are also cautious during the aliquoting and storage process to prevent dropped... -
Introducing Addgene's New Search - Find Plasmids More Easily For Your Research!
TypeBlog PostPublishedDec. 3, 2019, 11:38 a.m....for distribution. If your experiment involves delivering a calcium biosensor using AAV, you might decide...viral preps instead of plasmids? The available filtering options now change dynamically based on the type...target organism. Clicking through to RNA Editing brings us to a page with a basic overview and figure, ... -
Lentiviral Vector Uses and Overview
TypeBlog PostPublishedMay 19, 2016, 2:30 p.m.... the genome, they could promote oncogenesis by altering local gene expression. Self-inactivating (SIN)... PubMed Central PMCID: PMC4486245. 5. Patient monitoring and follow-up in lentiviral clinical trials. ... Mary Gearing... -
Plasmids 101: Colony PCR
TypeBlog PostPublishedMay 12, 2016, 2:30 p.m....up colony PCR reactions is nearly identical to preparing a standard PCR reaction: combine template, primers...other colony PCR tips are highlighted below. Preparing template: Pick a single colony with a sterile ...to the PCR reaction. The bacteria will be lysed during the initial heating step of the PCR reaction. A... -
Cpf1: A New Tool for CRISPR Genome Editing
TypeBlog PostPublishedOct. 14, 2015, 2:30 p.m....requirements. Cpf1’s preferred PAM is 5’-TTN, differing from that of Cas9 (3’-NGG) in both genomic location...repair templates should remove the PAM sequence. Comparing Cpf1 and Cas9 on-target and off-target efficiency... Mary Gearing... -
A Career in Grants: How To Become a Grant Professional
TypeBlog PostPublishedAug. 20, 2015, 2:30 p.m.... training, mentoring and coaching services, including Smartegrants, to help those entering the Grants ...Twitter Chat, and then our grant training and mentoring. How do I become a grant professional? Employment... -
The PAM Requirement and Expanding CRISPR Beyond SpCas9
TypeBlog PostPublishedAug. 20, 2020, 2:30 p.m....first non-Cas9 CRISPR protein adapted for genome engineering was Cas12a (formerly Cpf1), a nuclease that generates...comment below. Note: Jennifer Tsang and Mary Gearing contributed to the update of this post. References... genome engineering... -
Finding nucleic acids with SHERLOCK and DETECTR
TypeBlog PostPublishedApril 16, 2020, 1 p.m.... the promiscuous cleavage and degradation of neighboring ssRNA and ssDNA by Cas13 and Cas12a, respectively....org/10.1038/s41587-020-0513-4 Chen JS, Ma E, Harrington LB, Da Costa M, Tian X, Palefsky JM, Doudna JA...Essletzbichler P, Dy AJ, Joung J, Verdine V, Donghia N, Daringer NM, Freije CA, Myhrvold C, Bhattacharyya RP, Livny... -
Neuronal labeling with Spaghetti Monster
TypeBlog PostPublishedAug. 14, 2018, 12:42 p.m....proteins (FP) have also been important in mapping, monitoring, and manipulating neuronal circuits. Epitope ...tags, low FP expression may be insufficient for monitoring a weakly expressed POI. Spaghetti Monster - A...fluorescent protein structure and color variants." Cold Spring Harbor Protocols 2009.12 (2009): pdb-top63. PubMed... -
Antibodies 101: Reading a Flow Plot
TypeBlog PostPublishedFeb. 6, 2024, 3:13 p.m....subpopulations of cells, you’ll soon find yourself encountering flow data in the literature. Data reported from...of flow cytometry is to use increasingly more stringent markers to identify your specific cell population...are used to separate single cells from doublets, ignoring anything not within the gate of the first plot... -
Antibiotic Resistance: An Old Solution but a New Problem
TypeBlog PostPublishedNov. 10, 2016, 3:30 p.m.... resistance can be the result of one bacterium sharing genes with another, an accidental transmission ...means to defend themselves from these naturally occurring antibiotics. When we use antibiotics to treat ...prescribed to them This may seem counter-intuitive considering the other three scenarios, but a short treatment... -
The Challenges of Cell Culture
TypeBlog PostPublishedMay 5, 2016, 2:30 p.m....majority of cell line problems come from people sharing cells: the black market of cell biology. Engaging...cell culture, microbiology, or virology without acquiring materials from this bank. I am often asked, “What...cells to be used and STR profiling to be conducted during projects to ensure the results are reliable. With... -
Important Considerations in Optogenetics Behavioral Experiments
TypeBlog PostPublishedOct. 1, 2015, 2:30 p.m....successful inhibition of hippocampal neurons. Initial monitoring Second, this may sound rudimentary, but before...exciting—and unanticipated—road of discovery. Monitoring behavioral output The appropriate behavioral ...science writing. Derek is also a pianist and an aspiring composer. View his blog drsimonsaysscience.org... -
Tips for Using FRET in Your Experiments
TypeBlog PostPublishedNov. 5, 2014, 3:41 p.m....The first time I heard about FRET during a journal club, my guitarist brain automatically thought about... recently and is the most rigorous method for measuring FRET. FLIM measures the fluorescence decay time...MW. Fluorescent proteins for FRET microscopy: monitoring protein interactions in living cells. Bioessays... -
Transferable Skills Guide: Conflict Resolution
TypeBlog PostPublishedJan. 4, 2022, 2:15 p.m.... Communication (or lack thereof): Information sharing gets more challenging the bigger an organization... can help, and if and when you find yourself transferring this skill to another job, it will be important...conflicts is not inevitable. When you know you are bringing this asset to your job, you can become a valuable... -
Antibodies 101: Introduction to Immunofluorescence
TypeBlog PostPublishedNov. 16, 2021, 2:15 p.m....Immunofluorescence (IF), is an immunoassay that brings to light the cellular world. The technique allows...poorly in a given context, let your community know! Sharing your experience, positive or negative, will help...Immunofluorescence Staining. In: Methods in Molecular Biology. Springer New York, pp 299–311. https://doi.org/10.1007/... -
Fluorescent Proteins 101: GFP Fusion Proteins - Making the Right Connection
TypeBlog PostPublishedApril 9, 2019, 1:13 p.m....sequence in the way that they like, the design and engineering of fusion proteins is relatively straightforward...assessing oligomerization in cells. In addition to measuring stickiness, several researchers have also collected..., Marieke, et al. "A FRET-based biosensor for measuring Gα13 activation in single cells." PloS one 13.3... -
Viral Vectors 101: AAV Variables That Matter
TypeBlog PostPublishedJune 1, 2023, 1:15 p.m....need to test for this in your system if you’re measuring expression over a period of weeks (in vitro) or...to turn on, or turn off, gene expression by administering an inducing agent like doxycycline (Favre et...cells you want to deliver to, and how you’ll be measuring your experimental output. You’ll also want to ...