Exploring the Apex Predators of the Microbial World: Viruses and Bacteria Kumar Jeetendra | April 27, 2024 How are viruses different from bacteria apex ? One of the most significant role players in various ecosystems including human bodies, are viruses and bacteria which are two different kinds of microorganisms. Nevertheless, they share some similarities such as small size and ability to cause diseases while still having distinctive characteristics and functions. Bacteria: Cellular …
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Cue PCR Test Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 In molecular biology, the LAMP (Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification) method is also known as Cue PCR or Loop Amplification. Particularly, it can be used for rapid amplification of nucleic acids which enables detection of specific DNA or RNA sequences under isothermal conditions having a constant temperature mainly 60-65°C. Very important applications including diagnostics, field-based testing and …
Mastering PCR: Tips and Tricks for Successful Amplification Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 A key tool in molecular biology, the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplifies a particular DNA fragment. It’s an effective tool for many uses, such as forensics, genetic research, and diagnosis. Some tips and tricks for getting reliable PCR results are given below: Create high-quality primers: The best primers should be designed in such a way …
Demystifying PCR: How Does it Work? Kumar Jeetendra | April 18, 2024 Do you know Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)? PCR is a great tool for amplifying any targeted DNA section. It is widely used in such fields as molecular biology, genetics, medical diagnostics, forensics among others. The polymerase chain reaction (PCR) that may be defined as an artificial replication of DNA occurring in cells within a tube …
Troubleshooting Common Issues in Bacterial Culturing Kumar Jeetendra | April 11, 2024 When handling common problems in bacterial culturing, it is important to use a step-by-step approach for identifying and solving the issues that can come up during the process of culturing. Here are some troubleshooting tips: Contamination: Contamination is among the most typical challenges faced when dealing with bacterial culture. It may result from airborne bacteria, …
The Role of Bioburden in Sterilization Processes Kumar Jeetendra | April 5, 2024 Bioburden is crucial in sterilization processes as it affects the efficiency of sterilization and safety of the products being sterilized. Here is an elaborate illustration on what bioburden does during a sterilization process: Explanation of Bioburden: Prior to sterilisation, bioburden refers to the live microbial population present on a surface or within a substrate, e.g., …
Cute Spider Species Threatened by Climate Change Kumar Jeetendra | April 4, 2024 The “Pelegrina galathea” is one cute spider species that has managed to attract attention because of its cuteness. These small spiders can jump and are native to North America; they are named ‘Sailor Spider’ because of their unique patterns, which look like a sailor’s outfit with white stripes on the thorax that appear like a …
Understanding the Intricate Stages of the Malaria Life Cycle Kumar Jeetendra | March 16, 2024 The life cycle of malaria is a complex process involving two hosts: humans and female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is caused by the Plasmodium parasite, of which there are several species that can infect humans, including Plasmodium falciparum, P. vivax, P. ovale, P. malariae, and P. knowlesi. The complex disease known as malaria may be brought …
How the Biodiversity Act 2002 Affects Conservation Efforts Kumar Jeetendra | March 16, 2024 One piece of Indian legislation that aims to preserve biological diversity in India is the Biological Diversity Act of 2002. This Act’s primary goals are to preserve biological diversity, use its components sustainably, and distribute benefits from the utilization of biological resources, knowledge, and technologies in a just and equitable manner. Biodiversity Act 2002 of …
Top Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy for Chronic Pain Management Kumar Jeetendra | March 15, 2024 Some potential benefits have emerged from the availability of stem cell therapy for the treatment of chronic pain. Here are a few of the more notable advantages: Healing and Regeneration of inured tissue: First, stem cells can differentiate into many different kinds of cells, which aid in the healing and regeneration of injured tissues. By …
Understanding Thyroglobulin Antibody: What You Need to Know Kumar Jeetendra | March 14, 2024 TgAb targets thyroglobulin which is a protein that helps in the production of thyroid hormones and is manufactured by the immune system. The thyroid gland manufactures thyroglobulin which is important for metabolism control or regulation, growth or energy expenditure and also as a precursor for thyroxine (T4) along with triiodothyronine’s formation. On the opposite side, …
Demystifying Allele Definition: What You Need to Know Kumar Jeetendra | March 12, 2024 In addition to knowing about genetics, you must also know about alleles. Below is a brief on all you need to know about alleles. What are Alleles? Alleles are different forms of the same gene that are situated at the same place in the chromosome. Every person gets two alleles for each gene, one from …
