Life science research is going high-throughput, and there is no turning back. Sequencing, cell culture, hybridization assays, and cell screening — to name a few — are all moving toward generating more data in less time, which requires automation. For smaller labs, the concept of automating routine tasks at the research bench is an attractive [...]
The pH meter for your lab is one of your most important pieces of equipment. What does a pH meter measure? The function of a pH meter is to measure the alkalinity and acidity of laboratory samples. Like with any equipment, not all pH meters are created equally, and some are better suited for different [...]
A functional and accurate pH meter is integral to a microbiology laboratory. pH measurements are used for various applications, such as testing municipal water quality supplies, blood chemistry, swimming pools, soil, environmental remediation, the spirits brewing, manufacturing, and many other applications. Choosing the right pH meter for your specific needs will enhance your laboratory. However, [...]
pH is a logarithmic measurement of the acid or base levels in a substance. It stands for “potential of hydrogen” or “power of hydrogen.” The more hydrogen ions are present in a substance, the lower the pH. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with 0 being a very acidic substance and 14 being [...]
A few pieces of equipment are imperative to have in your microbiology, synthetic biology, or other laboratory. Having the right pH meter in your laboratory, or using the correct one in fieldwork, is essential to perform numerous types of applications, from testing soil to water quality. Regarding pH meters vs pH test strips, strips are [...]
Flow cytometry has several uses but is prominent in clinical diagnostics. It is a laboratory test that analyzes the characteristics of particles or cells, and it can analyze and process up to 10,000 cells in less than one minute—one of the amazing outcomes of laboratory automation. In general, flow cytometry in clinical diagnostics involves placing [...]
Synthetic biology, often coined as syn-bio, is a rapidly evolving field that is revolutionizing various industries by harnessing the power of living organisms to create new and sustainable solutions. Synthetic biology tools are crucial in this process, enabling researchers and scientists to design, construct, and manipulate biological systems. Read on to learn more about the [...]
Synthetic biology, also known as syn-bio, has emerged as a groundbreaking field that combines biology, engineering, and computer science to create and improve organisms for various applications. The ability to engineer microorganisms with enhanced productivity has paved the way for accelerated bioproduction, leading to advancements in biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. However, selecting and isolating [...]
There are many advantages and benefits of robotic automation, and automation itself has revolutionized and streamlined microbiology. The benefits are many: robotic automation is cost-effective in many ways by saving manpower and time. Automation also reduces the risk of human error and is rarely inaccurate. Lab technicians and researchers can use their skills elsewhere in [...]
In the dynamic field of molecular biology, understanding the intricacies of plasmid DNA is crucial for both fundamental research and practical applications in genetic engineering, biotechnology, and synthetic biology. Plasmids, which are circular DNA molecules distinct from the chromosomal DNA in bacteria, play a pivotal role in how these organisms adapt to environmental changes and [...]
