Abstract:
The present invention provides methods and devices for performing nucleic acid amplification and sequencing on a solid substrate (e.g., a flow cell), including preparation of libraries of amplified DNA fragments for massively parallel (next-generation) sequencing.
Abstract:
This invention is related to PNA probes, probe sets, mixtures, methods and kits pertaining to the determination of Mycoplasma and related Mollicutes.
Abstract:
Methods are described for obtaining functional gene and regulatory sequences from complex populations of microorganisms, termed a 'plethogenome'. These methods are based on random sequencing of genetic material isolated from an ensemble of organisms, followed by computer analysis to assign a putative function to each sequence. These assignments can be confirmed by subsequent activity screening. The plethogenomic sequence database and corresponding clone library can be used to discover and manufacture new industrial enzymes and pharmaceuticals.
Abstract:
A method includes locating a defect (202) in a first segment of high temperature superconducting wire (200). A second segment of high temperature superconducting wire (310) is then positioned onto the first segment of high temperature superconducting wire such that the second segment of high temperature superconducting wire overlaps the defect. A path is then created such that current flows through the second segment of high temperature superconducting wire. The first segment of high temperature superconducting wire and second segment of high temperature superconducting wire are then laminated together.
Abstract:
A device, system, kit, and method are provided for filtering relatively large volumes of whole blood to recover purified RNA for analysis. The device can include: a filter including a body having an interior, a first filter connector in communication with the interior of the body, a ribonucleic acid-capturing (RNA-capturing) membrane disposed within the interior, and an optional filter fit disposed within the interior adjacent the RNA-capturing membrane. The system can include a vacuum adapter plate including a substrate having a first surface, a second surface, and one or more through-holes each extending at least from the first surface to the second surface. The first filter connector can connect to a respective through-hole to form a fluid communication between the filter and the vacuum adapter plate. The system can include a collection vessel in fluid communication with the filter.
Abstract:
The present invention provides methods and devices for performing nucleic acid amplification and sequencing on a solid substrate (e.g., a flow cell), including preparation of libraries of amplified DNA fragments for massively parallel (next-generation) sequencing.
Abstract:
This invention is related to PNA probes, probe sets, mixtures, methods and kits pertaining to the determination of Mycoplasma and related Mollicutes.
Abstract:
Methods are described for obtaining functional gene and regulatory sequences from complex populations of microorganisms, termed a 'plethogenome'. These methods are based on random sequencing of genetic material isolated from an ensemble of organisms, followed by computer analysis to assign a putative function to each sequence. These assignments can be confirmed by subsequent activity screening. The plethogenomic sequence database and corresponding clone library can be used to discover and manufacture new industrial enzymes and pharmaceuticals.