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How spectrophotometers work

After extracting DNA, many experiments require a precise concentration of the DNA as input material. DNA spectrophotometers are widely used for this purpose.
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What are leukopaks and how can they improve your life science research?

Leukopaks are invaluable in cell therapy development, providing a rich source of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs).
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How fluorometers work

This article explores the operating principles of fluorometers, explaining their core mechanisms and emphasising their importance in scientific research and analysis.
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Amplicon vs shotgun sequencing

Metagenomic studies typically utilise two main approaches: shotgun-based and amplicon-based. But what do these methods entail, and how should you choose the one that aligns with your research objectives?
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The DeNovix DS-7 spectrophotometer in university teaching labs

University teaching labs have specific requirements for spectrophotometers to ensure they are effective educational tools. These needs can be broken down into several key areas, many of which the new DeNovix DS-7 spectrophotometer can address.
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What is 16S amplicon sequencing?

Amplicon-based sequencing is a powerful next-generation sequencing (NGS) technique utilised to detect and identify bacteria and archaea within biological samples.
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