Abstract:
The present invention relates to guide RNAs comprising adaptor segments having one or more modifications, and their use in homologous recombination by CRISPR:Cas systems. The modified adaptor segments are resistant to degradation by RNaseH. The present invention also relates to a dual guide RNA strategy in which a first guide RNA directs a Cas enzyme to make a double-strand break at a first target sequence, and a second guide RNA comprises an adaptor segment attached to a donor polynucleotide, and binds a second target sequence that is offset from the first target sequence.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to guide RNAs comprising adaptor segments having one or more modifications, and their use in homologous recombination by CRISPR:Cas systems. The modified adaptor segments are resistant to degradation by RNaseH. The present invention also relates to a dual guide RNA strategy in which a first guide RNA directs a Cas enzyme to make a double-strand break at a first target sequence, and a second guide RNA comprises an adaptor segment attached to a donor polynucleotide, and binds a second target sequence that is offset from the first target sequence.
Abstract:
This invention relates to reagents and methods for increasing specificity and efficiency of genome editing by CRISPR associated (Cas) protein systems, more particularly by Cas:guide RNA complexes, by blocking off-target nucleic acids from cleavage by Cas:guide RNA complexes.
Abstract:
This invention relates to reagents and methods for increasing specificity and efficiency of genome editing by CRISPR associated (Cas) protein systems, more particularly by Cas:guide RNA complexes, by blocking off-target nucleic acids from cleavage by Cas:guide RNA complexes.
Abstract:
A microfluidic disk for concentrating particles includes a plurality of distribution channels and separation channels. A sample fluid is flowed through the distribution channels while the disk is spun. Particles of the sample fluid flow into the separation channels where they accumulate. The particles in the separation channels may be subjected to an analysis.
Abstract:
An apparatus for containing a three-dimensional cellular material surrounded by a medium that facilitates and maintains the centering of the three-dimensional cellular material throughout an assay is provided. The apparatus includes a well having an open proximal end and a closed distal end. Further, the well defines a compartment having an interior surface and a sample nesting site for containing the three-dimensional cellular material surrounded by the medium. A central indentation is located at the closed distal end of the well, a first concentric lip is located above the central indentation in a y-direction towards the open proximal end of the well, and a second concentric lip is located above the first concentric lip in the y-direction towards the open proximal end of the well. Additionally, the first concentric lip and the second concentric lip define a groove therebetween. A method of forming a three-dimensional cellular material is also provided.
Abstract:
The invention relates generally to methods and apparatus that measure one or more properties of an individual cell type in a non-contact co-culture. More specifically, the invention relates to a novel multiwell plate that allows separate but simultaneous metabolic measurements of cell populations in non-contact co culture.