Pooling resources to improve siRNAs
16 May, 2007 by Kate McDonaldUS company Dharmacon, now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, achieved a major breakthrough in RNAi technology by reducing off-target events.
DNA-directed RNAi and the crown jewels
16 May, 2007 by Kate McDonaldWhen Merck announced last year it was buying Sirna Therapeutics for over US$1 billion, the world sat up and took notice. RNAi was now being seen as not only a revolution in our understanding but something with an unimaginable dollar value as well.
RNA, microRNAs and human disease
15 May, 2007 by Graeme O'NeillCould a targeted therapy to activate the endonuclease Drosha in tumour cells force them to differentiate and die?
Taking RNAi from in vitro to in vivo
15 May, 2007 by Fiona WylieEveryone is excited about the use of RNAi in the laboratory, but some are now taking the next step and looking at its use in vivo.
New biosciences research centre for La Trobe
02 May, 2007 by Kate McDonaldBudget funds announced for genomic plant and animal research
Book review - Membrane proteins
27 April, 2007 by Zehra ElgundiZehra Elgundi reviews Structural Genomics on Membrane Proteins.
Independent review: Structural Genomics on Membrane Proteins
27 April, 2007 by Zehra ElgundiThis is a recommended reference for research laboratories involved in the study and expression of recombinant proteins.
Genes IX
27 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorFrom renowned author Benjamin Lewin comes the newest edition of his classic text, Genes IX.
MMP inhibitor profiling kit
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorThe MMP Inhibitor Profiling Kit from BIOMOL International is a complete assay system.
Pre-stained protein standards
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorThe Novex Sharp Protein Standard provides bands in a pre-stained format for various protein gel electrophoresis applications.
DNA storage at room temperature
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorSampleGard provides superior, rapid DNA recovery after years of storage.
Liquid handling in a small package
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorThe ML560 combines the capabilities of all preceding ML500 units into one instrument.
High throughput sequencing from Roche Diagnostics
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorRoche Diagnostics has launched the second generation of its high throughput sequencing technology.
ETD for protein and peptide analysis
26 April, 2007 by External Press Release AuthorThermo Fisher Scientific has released the LTQ XL linear ion trap mass spectrometer
Genetic interactions determine hair and skin colour
23 April, 2007 by Graeme O'NeillQueensland researcher Richard Sturm is looking at how various alleles interact to influence eye, hair and skin colour. The research is of particular importance in understanding skin cancer risk in European populations.
