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A Tour of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History Labs

October 2, 2019

An inside look at the laboratories that support a world-renowned attraction

DOJ Announces Guidelines for the Use of Forensic Genetic Genealogy in Solving Crimes

September 26, 2019

FGG is a unique investigative method that can generate leads used by law enforcement to not only identify unknown suspects bu...

Forensic Proteomics, a New Tool for Crime Labs and Anthropology

September 10, 2019

Proteomics technology could be used where samples are old or degraded, and to back up results from DNA analysis

New DNA Sequencer Method Achieves Early-Stage and Broad-Range Detection of Wheat Diseases

August 29, 2019

The traditional method of detecting diseases does not allow for the rapid identification of unknown pathogens during an ...

PCR and qPCR Resource Guide

August 28, 2019

PCR is an invaluable tool for any lab performing genetic analysis

Optimizing PCR Experiments

August 20, 2019

Amplify target DNA sequences by enhancing conditions and preventing contamination for optimal outcomes...

Extinct Caribbean Bird Yields DNA after 2,500 Years in Watery Grave

August 16, 2019

Ancient DNA is a challenging medium because it's in the process of degradation

Quenching Scientific Curiosity with Single-Molecule Imaging

July 24, 2019

Research laboratories have not been using protein-induced fluorescence enhancement to its fullest potential

DNA Analysis Reveals Cryptic Underwater Ecosystem Engineers

July 12, 2019

A new DNA analysis of coralline algae has revealed a wealth of different species

DNA from Tooth in Florida Man's Foot Solves 25-Year-Old Shark Bite Mystery

July 3, 2019

About 70 percent of shark bites are caused by unidentified species, and more precise data on which species are involved could...

A Rapid, Easy-To-Use DNA Amplification Method at 37°C

June 14, 2019

Study could advance molecular diagnosis and robotics

Why Noah's Ark Won't Work

June 12, 2019

For ocean species to survive climate change, large populations needed

Where Does This Contamination Come From?

February 5, 2019

When bodies of water become polluted, it is important to find the cause as quickly and as economically as possible

DNA Tool Allows You to Trace Your Ancient Ancestry

January 15, 2019

Currently, the study of ancient DNA requires a lot of information to classify a skeleton to a population or find its biogeogr...

New Method Facilitates Study of the Effects of Chemicals on DNA

January 14, 2019

The work provides an alternative to other methods of studying DNA interactions, which are less sensitive or require expe...

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