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On-Chip Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)

The use of FTIR in biological research is expanding, as it provides a non-destructive approach for extracting biochemical information from a sample.

24 May 2019

Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Translation in Eukaryotes

This article provides a step by step account of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) translation and the molecular machinery involved in this process.

24 May 2019

Mammalian Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Transcription

This article describes the transcription of the 13 genes encoded within mitochondrial DNA. This process is essential for the production of cellular energy.

24 May 2019

Mass Spectrometry as a Tool in Forensic Science

Mass spectrometry is commonly used by forensic scientists for the screening and identification of known and unknown substances.

24 May 2019

Deletion Mapping Explained

Deletion mapping is a specialized genetic mapping technique that enables scientsts to determine the location of a specific gene on a chromosome.

24 May 2019

Applying Nanomechanics to Biology

Nanomechanics is an emerging field that involves the study of the mechanical properties of biological and physical systems at the nanoscale.

24 May 2019

Analytical Techniques Employed in Microbial Forensics

This article describes the analytical techniques used in microbial forensics, including MPS, traditional DNA testing and the need for new techniques.

24 May 2019

What are Telomeres?

Telomeres are crucial parts of the chromosome that act to protect them and ensure DNA replication is performed effectively.

21 May 2019

Hair Analysis in Forensic Science

Hair samples are one of the most important resources in the forensic analysis of crime scenes, often providing valuable information that can help to lead to the identification of a suspect or victim.

21 May 2019

Short Hairpin RNA (shRNA) Interference: Therapeutic Applications

Short Hairpin RNA (shRNA) interference has many therapeutic applications, and research is still ongoing into new areas of focus.

23 May 2019

Protein Crystallography Common Problems, Tips, and Advice

Crystals used in protein crystallography are highly delicate and require multiple steps to ensure that the sample is pure and stable for analysis.

23 May 2019

Importance of Colocalization Studies

When the generation of photons by two or more different fluorescent markers overlaps during fluorescence microscopy, colocalization is said to have occurred.

22 May 2019

Micromanipulation Applications: Food, Genetics, Fertility & Electrophysiology

This article describes the applications of micromanipulation in the food industry as well as genetics, electrophysiology and transgenic animal production.

22 May 2019

Understanding Synthetic Epigenetics

Synthetic epigenetics is an upcoming field of biology that involves modifying existing epigenetic pathways by constructing artificial and specific pathways.

22 May 2019

What is Reflection-contrast Microscopy?

Reflection-contrast microscopy is said to bridge the gap between light microscopy and electron microscopy and is considered to be a very important analytical tool.

22 May 2019

What is Confocal Raman Microscopy?

Combining Raman spectroscopy with confocal microscopy allows optimal spatial filtering for sample volume analysis.

22 May 2019

What is Comparative Genomics?

This article aims to describe the techniques used in comparative genomics and their advantages/disadvantages.

22 May 2019

Transmission Raman Spectroscopy Advantages and Limitations

Transmission Raman Spectroscopy (TRS) is a useful technique for the bulk analysis of materials that are opaque or turbid, such as pharmaceutical tablets.

13 May 2019