What is CRISPR? A Comprehensive Guide for Laboratory Professionals
CRISPR is said to be "an easy, cheap, and very precise way to edit the DNA of living cells."
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Glycolysis Research Study Testing
Today, Contract Laboratory received a Test Request from a Pharmaceutical Company needing a preclinical contract research organization for glycolysis research study testing as part of a clinical trial. Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration, a process...
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a new DNA sequencing technology that has completely changed the way genomic research is done by allowing researchers to study biological systems at a new level, cheaper and faster than previous methods. With NGS came the ability...
What Are the Different Types of Chromatography?
Chromatography is a versatile and widely used analytical technique in laboratories worldwide. It separates components of a mixture based on their different interactions with a stationary phase and a mobile phase. This powerful method is essential in chemistry,...
What is Auger Electron Spectroscopy or Scanning Auger Microscopy?
Auger Electron Spectroscopy (AES), sometimes called Scanning Auger Microscopy (SAM), is an analytical technique used to study surfaces. It uses a high-energy or focused electron beam to excite atoms near the surface of a solid sample. The excited atoms then...
Guide to Soap Testing to AOCS Standards
The American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS ) is an international professional scientific society for individuals and corporations interested in fats, oils, surfactants, detergents, and related materials.
Baby Food and Formula Testing
The hidden dangers and what every parent needs to know
Potency Testing of Biopharmaceuticals
Potency testing is a term used to describe the process of measuring biological activity in a product. Many methods exist to determine the potency of a biopharmaceutical such as ligand and receptor binding assays, cell culture-based assays, and animal-based assays....
Genotyping
Genotyping is a process used to obtain DNA information, specifically used to determine the genetic variants or differences an individual has. Common genotyping methods include restriction fragment length polymorphism identification of genomic DNA, polymerase chain...
Histology Sample Preparation | Fixing, Processing, Sectioning, Staining
Proper histology sample preparation is essential for accurate diagnosis, research, education, and clinical decision-making.
Pharmacogenetics
Pharmacogenetics is the study of how genetic differences affect a person's response to medicine. Pharmacogenetics is often used interchangeably with pharmacogenomics. Pharmacogenetic research and testing determine a person's ability to metabolize medicines and...
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Analysis and Testing
What is Polymerase Chain Reaction Testing? PCR stands for Polymerase Chain Reaction and may be called "molecular photocopying," as it's a technique used to "amplify," or copy, DNA segments. According to the National Institutes of Health's National Human Genome...
Antimicrobial Resistance Testing: Ensuring Effective Treatment and Public Health
From disk diffusion and broth dilution methods to advanced molecular techniques, these tests provide essential data for managing antimicrobial resistance and protecting public health.
What is Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)?
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a Staph Bacteria Recently, ContractLaboratory.com received a request from a company seeking a microbiology laboratory or surface testing for pathogenic bacteria & viruses including MRSA, which stands for...
$15 million Awarded by NIH for 3-D Tissue Development
According to the NIH, during clinical trials, more than 60 percent of investigational drugs fail, even if they showed promising results in pre-clinical studies on cell and animal research. To stop this from happening, NIH has announced it will award 13 "Tissue Chip...
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Biomarker Testing for Athlete Performance: Innovations and Applications
In the world of sports, particularly at the elite level of the Olympics,...
Collaborative Research: Partnering with Disability Advocacy Groups for Inclusive Innovation
In today’s rapidly advancing scientific landscape, collaborative research is...
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