How to Increase DNA Purity and Yield?
“A pure & good quality DNA has a 260/280 ratio between 1.7 to 1.8 and a yield between 100ng/µL to 300ng/µL is used for PCR, DNA sequencing other downstream applications.” …
Continue readingWhat is DNase?- Definition, Structure, Function and Types
“DNase is the group of DNA enzymes and a type of nuclease applicable for hydrolytic cleaving of the DNA. It is used in varied biological applications in order to perform…
Continue readingThe Concept of ChIP-Seq (ChIP-Sequencing) Explained
“Sequence information of DNA linked with associated proteins like histones can be obtained by performing high throughput DNA sequencing, such technique is known as ChIP-Seq.” Highlights: ChIP-seq was developed by…
Continue readingWhat is Heterochromatin?- Constitutive and Facultative Heterochromatin Explained
“It is believed that the heterochromatin is transcriptionally inactive sequences, and are further classified into constitutive heterochromatin and facultative heterochromatin.” Highlight: Do you know some heterochromatin are still active and…
Continue readingFactor Affecting DNA Agarose Gel Electrophoresis Results
“Common factors affecting the results of gel electrophoresis are categorized into the electrical field, nucleic acid sample, buffer and other chemicals used which inversely influence the final results.” Do you…
Continue readingGenetic Engineering: Importance and Educational Requirements
“Genetic engineering is a technique using which an organism’s genome can be edited and improved species are developed. The technique can be employed to cure genetic disorders as well.” One…
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