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3 tips to improve your gene therapy & mRNA production success

Gene therapy and mRNA production have transformed from experimental approaches to cornerstone technologies in modern medicine. But success in the lab depends on more than good ideas - it requires the right tools to ...
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The role of the skin microbiome in human attractiveness to Anopheles mosquitoes

Understanding why certain individuals are more attractive to mosquitoes is crucial for malaria control, as the most bitten individuals are at the highest risk of infection and can disproportionately drive disease ...
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Optimising PBMC storage: the role of cryopreservation solutions and controlled‑rate freezing

Maintaining the viability and functionality of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) is essential for generating dependable research data. However, without proper isolation and storage methods, PBMC quality can ...
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How to choose the right source of blood products for research

When planning research that depends on fresh human blood products, selecting the most suitable source can make a significant difference to the quality and reliability of your results. In most cases, researchers have ...
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Environmental AMR surveillance in clinical settings: insights from two metagenomic case studies

The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has progressed beyond clinical settings and now poses a complex challenge spanning healthcare, veterinary environments, and the broader ecosystem. Two recent studies, ...
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Signs it’s time to upgrade your spectrophotometer

Spectrophotometers are essential tools in life science labs, used daily for quantifying DNA, RNA, proteins, and assessing sample purity. But as with any technology, even the most reliable systems eventually fall behind. ...
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