Tag: DNA

Gel Electrophoresis is a laboratory method used to separate macromolecules like DNA, RNA, or protein according to their molecule size. The molecules to be separated are pushed by an electric field through a gel that consists of pores. First of all, the macromolecules are loaded into...

Researchers at UCLA have developed an improved method to detect the presence of DNA biomarkers of disease that is compatible with use outside of a hospital or lab setting. The new technique leverages the sensors and optics of cellphones to read light produced by a new detector dye...