Life Science Education

Cloning and Sequencing Explorer Series

Cloning and Sequencing Explorer Series

Modular multiweek molecular biology laboratory course focused on GAPDH gene cloning and analysis

Nucleic Acid Extraction Module

Module teaches students how to extract genomic DNA from plant tissues using an optimized protocol

GAPDH PCR Module

Module designed to amplify a portion of the GAPC gene, a housekeeping gene in the GAPDH family, from a plant

Electrophoresis Module

Reagent packs for DNA analysis, available in small, medium, and large sizes, allow the analysis of the GAPC gene

PCR Kleen Spin Purification Module

Module uses size exclusion chromatography to demonstrate the removal of unincorporated nucleotides and salts from PCR products

Ligation and Transformation Module

Students directly clone their purified PCR products in a vector and then use it to transform bacteria

Microbial Culturing Module

Contains the reagents necessary to teach basic sterile technique as well as the transformation and culturing of E. coli

Aurum Plasmid Mini Purification Module

Module demonstrates the purification of plasmid DNA from transformed bacteria using an alkaline lysis procedure and mini column chromatography

Sequencing and Bioinformatics Module

Students will determine and analyze the sequence of a GAPDH gene they have cloned

DNA Analysis Kits

Analysis of Precut Lambda DNA Kit

Kit demonstrates basic procedures and principles of DNA gel electrophoresis, an essential technique in forensics

Restriction Digestion and Analysis of Lambda DNA Kit

Kit demonstrates basic procedures for DNA digestion with restriction enzymes and analysis by gel electrophoresis

Forensic DNA Fingerprinting Kit

Using real DNA as evidence, students play the role of crime scene investigator to figure out "Who done it?"

Genes in a Bottle Kit

Extract genomic DNA from your own cheek cells, then precipitate and bottle it in a fabulously cool necklace

PCR Amplification Kits

Crime Scene Investigator PCR Basics Kit

Introductory kit that allows students to simulate DNA profiling as commonly used in forensic laboratories

Crime Scene Investigator PCR Basics Real-Time PCR Starter Kit

Good starting point for teaching real-time PCR to novices so that they become familiar with this valuable technique

GMO Investigator Kit

PCR and DNA electrophoresis are used to test for the presence of two different GMO-associated DNA sequences

GMO Investigator Real-Time PCR Starter Kit

Kit for teaching the principles of PCR and its use in testing foods for the presence of genetic modifications

PV92 PCR Informatics Kit

Kit lets students hunt for a specific Alu repeat within a specific region called PV92 on chromosome 16

Microbes and Health

Microbes and Health Kit

The chemistry of the bacterial cell is brought into focus in this laboratory kit, as students examine bacteria and their interaction with the environment.

pGLO/GFP Kits

pGLO Bacterial Transformation Kit

Kit teaches students to use GFP constructs to examine the roles of external and internal factors in gene regulation

Green Fluorescent Protein Chromatography Kit

From bacterial transformation to protein purification, learn the process of protein production

Secrets of the Rainforest Kit

The kit applies the principles of DNA cloning and protein purification to the process of drug discovery

pGLO SDS-PAGE Extension

Kit uses gel electrophoresis to analyze the proteome of bacteria expressing the green fluorescent protein

Protein Analysis Kits

Comparative Proteomics Kit I: Protein Profiler Module

Module explores molecular evolution employing protein electrophoresis to compare protein profiles on gels

Comparative Proteomics Kit II: Western Blot Module

Module uses western blotting to identify specific proteins in a muscle cell extract from one of several different species of fish

ELISA Immuno Explorer Kit

Kit utilizes enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to detect the presence of an antigen in a sample

Got Protein? Kit

Inquiry-based kit is designed to introduce students to proteomics and teach them to develop protein-based experiments

Size Exclusion Chromatography Kit

Kit teaches the basic principles of size exclusion chromatography by using colored, easily visible proteins

Equipment and Supplies

Chromatography

Instruments and media for teaching the chromatographic purification of proteins and nucleic acids

Electrophoresis and Blotting Apparatus

For teaching essential protein and nucleic acid electrophoretic techniques using state-of-the-art tools.

Electrophoresis Accessories

Gel dryer for agarose and polyacrylamide gels offer a low-cost alternative to expensive gel imaging systems.

General Lab Equipment

Research-quality, general-use laboratory equipment that supports all your basic teaching needs.

Gene Transfer/Transfection

Bio-Rad's products offer choices for gene transfer/transfection to bacterial, plant, fungal, and animal cells

Imaging

Low- and high-resolution imaging systems for visualizing, analyzing, and archiving electrophoresis results

Lab Packages

Research-quality laboratory equipment packages are perfectly adapted to science education.

PCR Instrumentation

PCR machines and real-time PCR systems are offered to provide students with a real research experience

Plastics

A selection of high quality plastic consumables designed for research are now available for science education

Power Supplies

Boost classroom performance and energize your teaching lab with Bio-Rad's PowerPac power supplies

Quantitation

Instruments for the quantitation of proteins and nucleic acids or to monitor cell culture growth.

Reagents

Wide selection of buffers and reagents for various protein, RNA, and DNA applications.

Refresh Kit Components

Kit curriculum manuals

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