TATAA Strengthens Quality Assurance ProgramTATAA Biocenter expands offerings using AATI’s Fragment Analyzer™ to assess RNA quality in gene expression analysis.
Droplet Digital™ PCR Works for GMO QuantificationA study published in the journal PLOS ONE has found that Droplet Digital PCR technology is suitable for routine analysis of genetically modified organisms in food, feed and seeds.
Single-Reaction, Multiplex, RT-PCR for the Detection, Quantitation, and Serotyping of Dengue VirusesArticle demonstrates a diagnostic test that is more analytically sensitive than a commonly used reference molecular assay.
PCR-based Pool Screening Method for High Throughput Wuchereria Bancrofti DetectionThe purpose of this study was to improve the DNA extraction protocol and qPCR assay to achieve the detection of a single mf in a pool of at least twelve 60-µl blood samples.
New System to Improve DNA SequencingA sensing system developed at Cambridge is being commercialised in the UK for use in rapid, low-cost DNA sequencing.
Detection of Novel Mutations that Cause Autosomal Dominant Retinitis Pigmentosa in Candidate GenesIn current clinical practice, sequencing of candidate genes involved in a disease in individual patient samples is becoming increasingly important.
Development of a Neutralization Assay for Influenza Virus using an Endpoint AssessmentThis study demonstrates the feasibility of using a qPCR-based assessment for measuring the neutralization of an RNA virus such as influenza virus.
Toddler 'Functionally Cured' of HIV infection, NIH-Supported Investigators ReportDiscovery provides clues for potentially eliminating HIV infection in other children.
New Paths Explored for Curbing Genetic MalfunctionsInvestigators probe mechanisms of RNA synthesis.
Study Tracks Genetic Evolution of Form of LeukemiaResearch may help physicians predict course of disease, tailor therapies.