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Fresh vs frozen human PBMC

Should you be using fresh or frozen PBMCs in your scientific research? In this blog, we explore factors to consider for each option to aid in making informed decisions for your research.
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Cheers to reliable yeast cell counting!

To ensure the quality and consistency of your beer, reliable cell counting in breweries is a fundamental practice that should never be overlooked. Here are some key reasons why this practice is essential in breweries...
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Meet the expert: immunopeptidome profiling

Cayman Chemical, in partnership with MS Bioworks, has developed a workflow to enable MHC Class I and MHC Class II Associated Peptide Proteomics (MAPPs). They sat down with one of their scientists, Julie Rumble, Ph.D., to discuss the work she is doing to identify novel peptide sequences in tumor tissues.
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Illuminating science: why are brighter luciferase assays better?

When it comes to luciferase assays, the intensity of the emitted light can make all the difference between a groundbreaking discovery and a missed opportunity. Read more to explore why brightness matters and how luciferase assays can illuminate the path to scientific discovery.
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How to successfully launch a direct-to-consumer microbiome test

A far greater understanding of the human microbiome has brought with it a high demand for consumer microbiome testing. Thus, rich market opportunities exist for offering consumers tailored solutions according to their specific needs.
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From head to tail: Deciphering lipid-based drug delivery systems

Lipid-Based Drug Delivery (LBDD) systems offer highly customisable platforms for precisely targeting the delivery of pharmaceuticals and various therapeutic agents. In this article we look at the structures, biophysical properties and assembly of LBDD systems and how they are changing the landscape of therapeutics.
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