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Programmable Synthetic Hybrid Receptors (Hybrid-Rs): The Next Generation of Precision Immunotherapy(Post)
Imagine a world where cancer treatment is no longer a blunt instrument but a precision-guided surgical strike, executed by the body's own immune system. For years, we have dreamed of 'smart' cells t ...
Department of Oncology Retreat 2025(Post)Department of Oncology RetreatAssay Genie was honoured to sponsor and participate in the inaugural 2025 Department of Oncology Retreat, hosted by the University of Lausanne and Lausanne ...
What I learnt from meeting 1000+ researchers(Post)Over the past few years I have traversed through academia in a few different guises, first as a PhD student for about 5 years, then onto the traditional route of a post-doc, followed by a sale ...
How to improve your relationship with your PI or Professor(Post)After probably a round or two of interviews and a PhD in your pocket you would think that proving yourself in your new lab would not be an issue. After all, they did hire you because you were ...
23 PhD Interview tips(Post)PhD Interview Presentation Dos and Don’ts It is becoming increasingly common for master's and undergraduate students to present data they produced during their rese ...
Christmas Lab Party Competition | Assay Genie(Post)We know it gets tiring being in the lab every day, especially with the evenings getting darker and gloomier. So, to get you in the festive spirit, we're holding a competition to win money to t ...
Tips for writer’s block(Post)Writer’s block can be a big stumbling block when trying to write your PhD thesis, grant or a paper you are trying to get publish. During the early stages of writing my PhD thesis I s ...
Unlocking the Next Wave of Cancer Treatment: The Promise and Progress of CAR-T Cell Therapy(Post)Imagine a living drug, engineered from a patient's own immune system, that can hunt down and destroy cancer cells with remarkable precision. This isn't science fiction; it's the reality of Chimeric A ...
Horseshoe Crab Blood and Endotoxin Testing: A Comprehensive Guide(Post)Horseshoe crabs, often referred to as "living fossils," are invaluable to modern medicine due to their unique blue blood. This blood is the source of Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL), a su ...
The Role of ACE2 in SARS-CoV-2(Post)Structure, Function, and Detection Assays for COVID-2019 Background The global spread of the novel co ...
PhD Interview tips(Post)It’s not uncommon now for Masters or Undergraduate students to present some data or data that they produced during their research for a PhD interview process. Sometimes this can be in front of ...
How to be a Confident Speaker (Scientific)(Post)Like needles in a haystack, interesting speakers that bring charisma and rock n roll to their talks are hard to come by. No matter what the research interests of the audience, these speakers h ...
Hydroxychloroquine: Potential Treatment for COVID-19(Post)Hydroxychloroquine: Potential Treatment for COVID-19 What is Hydroxychloroquine? Hydroxychloroquine (HC ...
10 Steps to increase lab productivity(Post)How to increase lab productivityWhen you look back at some weeks in the lab it seems like you have achieved nothing and your lab productivity can be low. Your cloning hasn’t worked or your mice ...
29 PhD Thesis Writing Tips(Post)Explore 29 essential tips for crafting a compelling and well-structured PhD thesis, blending effective writing practices with time management and academic rigor for a successful dissertation jour ...
AI Abstract Generator(Post)Revolutionizing Research with AI Abstract Generator Explore how GPT can help in generating scientific abstracts based on figure legends and data. Discover the potential of AI in scientifi ...
Sci-Hub: Your Proxy to Unrestricted Knowledge(Post)Introduction to Sci-Hub In the realm of science and academia, one name has been echoing in every corner of the globe, Sci-Hub. Created by Alexandra Elbakyan, a Kazakhstani computer scientis ...
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Cortisol and the Immune Response(Post)Endocrinology · ImmunologyCortisol and the Immune ResponseCortisol is the body’s primary stress hormone — a glucocorticoid released by the adrenal gland that powerfully shapes the immune system. Acti ...
Exploring the Frontier of Immunotherapy: T Cell Expansion(Post)In the realm of immunotherapy, T cell expansion has emerged as a pivotal strategy, holding promise in the treatment of various diseases, particularly cancer. T cells are a critical component o ...
Antibiotic Resistance: The Growing Threat to Human Health(Post)Antibiotic resistance is a growing problem in the world today. Antibiotics are becoming less and less effective as bacteria evolve to resist them. This poses a serious threat to hum ...
DNA Origami in the Brain: How Nanoscale Structural Folding Governs Neural Development(Post)Imagine a world where we can fold the very fabric of life into microscopic machines, guiding the growth of a single neuron with the precision of a master architect. This isn't science fiction; it is ...
Labeling Non-Antibody Proteins and Small Molecules: An Advanced Guide(Post)In the evolving landscape of biochemical research and diagnostic assay development, the ability to label non-antibody proteins and small molecules with high precision has become indispensable. Th ...
STING Activators As Cancer Therapeutics(Post)The STING (Stimulator of Interferon Genes) pathway plays a pivotal role in the innate immune system's response to cancerous cells and DNA viruses. Exploiting this pathway through STING activators ...
Comparison of Assay Genie Dual Luciferase Reporter Assay (MORV0010) vs Promega (E1910): Performance Evaluation of Quenching Efficiency and Auto-luminescence(Post)Both Assay Genie MORV0010 and Promega E1910 effectively quenched Firefly luciferase before Renilla detection, minimizing signal overlap. E1910 achieved 99.95% quenching efficiency, whil ...
Exhibition at the University of Oxford's BioEscalator(Post)Showcasing Innovation Assay Genie recently took part in an engaging event at Oxford’s BioEscalator, a leading innovation hub supporting scientific progress and entrepreneurship. Th ...
COVID-19 Vaccine Candidates(Post)What is COVID-19 COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus named SARS-CoV-2, first identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019 has spr ...
3D Organoid Cell Viability Assay: Performance Assessment in Human Colon Organoids(Post)The 3D Organoid Cell Viability Assay (AKES081) demonstrated high sensitivity and low cytotoxicity, making it ideal for long incubation studies (24-48 hours) and high-throughput applicat ...
miRNAs as therapeutics and biomarkers for pancreatic cancer(Post)Pancreatic cancer survival rates Despite recent advances in our understanding of this disease, pancreatic cancer is one of the world’s most lethal maligna ...
Automation of MR-proANP and MR-proADM ELISA Kits on Dynex DS2 Instrument(Post)The Dynex DS2 platform fully automates the MR-proANP and MR-proADM ELISA assays, streamlining sample processing from loading to detection. Automation ensures consistent assay performanc ...
Typical Workflow of CRISPR-Cas9 Genome Editing(Post)Molecular Biology · ProtocolsTypical Workflow of CRISPR-Cas9 Genome EditingA CRISPR experiment is only as good as the steps around the cut. This guide walks the full workflow — designing and scoring ...
Scicomm (Science Communication) tips for beginners! (Post)Science communication (Scicomm) is currently on the up. As rebellion against the increasing distrust of science stemmed from bigoted and ignorant leaders, scientists are turning to ...
3D Respiratory Organoids Cell Viability in a High-throughput 384-well Plate Assay(Post)The Assay Genie 3D Organoid Cell Viability Assay (AKES081) provided superior results compared to ThermoScientific PrestoBlue, maintaining over 100% viability at all time points in untre ...
NLRP3 Inflammasome & Cytokine Secretion(Post)Nod-like receptors Nod like receptors (NLRs) are a versatile family of relatively recently discovered intracellular receptors which have a b ...
Optimizing Organoid Culture Conditions: Paving the Way for Revolutionary Advances in Biomedical Research(Post)In the dynamic landscape of biomedical research, organoids have emerged as a groundbreaking tool, offering three-dimensional (3D) models that mimic the complex architecture and functionality of h ...
Compatibility and Performance Assessment of the GenieColor Mycoplasma Detection Kit Across Diverse Laboratory Conditions(Post)MORV0013 functioned effectively in both qPCR machines and water baths, with or without paraffin oil, maintaining consistent sensitivity and specificity. MORV0013 performed reliably betw ...
8 Steps to Mindfulness in the Laboratory(Post)Stress and anxiety are a normal part of our daily lives and impact everything we do from our relationships with loved ones to our performance in the laboratory. Like any scientist, I experienced ...
The Role of Zonulin In Intestinal Permeability (Post)Gastroenterology · Barrier BiologyZonulin and Intestinal PermeabilityZonulin is the best-characterised endogenous regulator of intestinal tight junctions — the protein that opens the gut barrier on d ...
3D Organoid Cell Viability Assay: Assessing Environmental Stress on BENOs for Live Delivery(Post)3D Organoid Cell Viability Assay (AKES081) effectively measures BENO model viability across different storage conditions. AKES081 detects significant viability differences, particularly ...
Next-Generation Cancer Therapy: Harnessing CAR-T Cells and the Tumor Microenvironment(Post)For decades, the fight against cancer has been a relentless battle of attrition, often with treatments that harm the body as much as the disease. But a new era of precision medicine is dawning, one t ...
Unlocking the Next Wave of Cancer Treatment: The Rise of CAR-T Cell Therapy(Post)A New Era in Oncology Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR)-T cell therapy represents a paradigm shift in the fight against cancer, offering a personalized and powerful immunotherapy that trains a patien ...
From Stem Cells To Neurons: A Cnidarian Approach(Post)By Eleni Chrysostomou, PhD Candidate, NUIG Why do we need to know how the Nervous System develops and regenerates? The structure and function of ...
CRISPR-Powered Light Sensors: A New Frontier in Ultra-Sensitive Cancer Detection(Post)Cancer detection often relies on advanced imaging or invasive procedures, frequently catching the disease at later, more challenging stages. Imagine a future where a simple, non-invasive test could ...
Cleaved Caspase-3 and Apoptosis(Post)Cell Death · BiomarkersCleaved Caspase-3: Activation, Function and Detection in ApoptosisCaspase-3 sits at the point where apoptotic signalling becomes irreversible. It is made as an inactive proenzy ...
Monocytes: An Overview (Post)Monocytes, as part of the innate immune system, act as the first line of defense against foreign invaders. One of their primary functions is phagocytosis, a crucial process in which they engul ...
The Next Leap in Cancer Treatment: CAR-T Cell Therapy's Journey to Mainstream Medicine(Post)For decades, the fight against cancer has been a grueling battle of attrition, with treatments often as harsh as the disease itself. But a revolutionary approach, chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T ce ...
Esophageal Cancer: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention(Post)Esophageal cancer is a type of cancer that affects the esophagus, which is the tube that carries food and liquids from your mouth to your stomach. Esophageal cancer can cause many d ...
Validation of MycoGenie Rapid Mycoplasma Detection Kit - A highly sensitive visual determination method for Mycoplasma detection.(Post)The MycoGenie Rapid Mycoplasma Detection Kit enables the detection of 28 Mycoplasma species in under 1 hour using a simple visual determination method, eliminating the need for expensiv ...
Microcalcifications in breast cancer: Novel insights into the molecular mechanism and functional consequences(Post)Shane O’Grady, PhD student, RCSI Cancer is a disease that will, unfortunately, touch all of our lives at some point, directly or indirectly. Despite decades ...
Autophagy alterations in Alzheimer’s disease(Post)By Diana-Madalina Stan, PhD student, University of Salford Disease Description Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common cause of dementia, is ...
Targeted Protein Degradation: The Next Frontier in Oncology Drug Discovery(Post)For decades, cancer drug development has focused on blocking proteins—inhibiting enzymes, antagonizing receptors, disrupting signaling pathways. Yet this approach leaves a vast landscape of disease- ...
Melanoma: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Treating Skin Cancer(Post)Melanoma is an aggressive type of skin cancer that originates in melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing melanin, which gives skin its color. Although it is less common than oth ...
Tips for Writing a Thesis Statement(Post)Writing a Thesis Statement Writing a thesis statement can be a frustrating task, whether you're working on your undergraduate, master's, or PhD degree. Unfortunatel ...
CV writing tips for scientists(Post)Making the switch! This article provides some help on CV writing tips for scientists for PhDs and PostDocs looking for jobs outside of academia and what they might need to ...
Immune Cell 'Bloodhounds': Engineering Metabolite-Sensing Receptors to Infiltrate Solid Tumors(Post)Imagine an elite squad of soldiers sent to neutralize a hidden fortress, only to find themselves wandering aimlessly in a thick, disorienting fog just outside the gates. This is the current reality ...
The Complement System - pathways & function in the immune system(Post)The Complement System Function Gone are the days when the complement system was considered solely a companion of its impressive adaptive immune system count ...
Keep your Lab Book up to Date(Post)When PhDs and Post-Docs start in new lab they have the best intentions to keep their lab books up to date with notes, new research methods, data, and protocol information. These best efforts u ...
Lacnotuzumab: Unveiling the Role of Anti-CD47 in Cancer Research(Post)Quick Facts About LacnotuzumabWhat is Lacnotuzumab?Lacnotuzumab is a monoclonal antibody targeting CD47, a protein that helps cancer cells evade immune system destruction.What is the me ...
Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma: Understanding, Diagnosing, and Treating NSCLC(Post)Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer, representing about 85% of all lung cancer cases. NSCLC includes several subtypes, with distinct biological c ...
Characteristics of scaffold protein(Post)Scaffold Proteins Environmental stimuli result in different biological responses including cell growth, proliferation or apoptosis. How cells translate specific stimuli into a specific cell ...
Bone Resorption Explained: Process, Markers, and Clinical Insights(Post)Bone Biology · BiomarkersBone Resorption: Process, Markers & Clinical SignificanceBone resorption is the process by which osteoclasts break down bone tissue and release its stored minerals into t ...
p38 MAPK Signaling Review(Post)The p38 MAPK signaling pathway is an intracellular signaling pathway that plays a crucial role in cellular responses to various stressors and inflammatory stimuli. It is a part of the larger MAPK ...
Basiliximab: Mechanism, Clinical Applications, and Research Advancements(Post)Quick Facts About BasiliximabWhat is Basiliximab?Basiliximab is a monoclonal antibody targeting the CD25 subunit of the IL-2 receptor, primarily used to prevent organ transplant rejecti ...
Zebrafish against cretinism and hypotonia(Post)By Natalia Siomava, PhD Cretinism is a severe medical condition of intellectual disability caused by the deficiency of thyroid hormone (congenital hypothyro ...
Patritumab Deruxtecan: Mechanism, Clinical Applications, and Biosimilar Advances(Post)Quick Facts About Patritumab DeruxtecanWhat is Patritumab Deruxtecan?Patritumab Deruxtecan (HER3-DXd) is an investigational antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) targeting HER3, a receptor impl ...
COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) Assay Tests(Post)Rapid Antibody & Antigen tests available from Assay Genie ...
3 Reasons to Publish in Open Access Journals(Post)Over the past few years momentum has gained in the scientific publishing community for researchers to publish their data in open access scientific journals. Open access to published research o ...
Do you know…migraines affect more than 10% of the world population?(Post)By Francisco Algaba Chueco In this post we discuss a topic that everyone will have heard of. Let’s talk about migraines, a disorder that hides a huge p ...
microbiota & immune system signaling | Assay Genie(Post)You are only part human. In some ways, you are as much bacteria as you are mammal, and in some ways bacteria make up far more of you than your own familiar cells and genes! It is becoming ...
Phosphatases and PTP1B – Mini review(Post)IntroductionThe human kinome is estimated to contain 518 genes, in comparison to the estimated 180 genes that comprise the phosphatome (Arena et al., 2005). These kinase genes represent a signi ...
Lactobacilli - Structure, Metabolism, and Testing(Post)Microbiology · ProbioticsLactobacilli: Structure, Metabolism, Identification and Probiotic UseLactobacilli are lactic acid bacteria found in fermented foods and across the human gastrointestinal, ora ...
How do Neurons work?(Post)A neuron is a cell that processes and transmits information through electrical and chemical signals. There are trillions of them in the human brain, which is able to carry out so many comple ...
Flow Cytometry Protocol | 10 Hints & Tips(Post)Flow Cytometry Protocol The meaning is in the name: Flow = in motion, Cyto = cells, Metry = measure. What is Flow Cytometry? Flow c ...
Mogamulizumab: Understanding Its Mechanism, Clinical Applications, and the Role of Biosimilars in Research(Post)Quick Info Section: Key Facts About MogamulizumabWhat is Mogamulizumab?Mogamulizumab is an anti-CCR4 monoclonal antibody used primarily for treating certain cancers, including cutaneous ...
Natural Killer Cells: A Guide(Post)What are Natural Killer Cells? Natural Killer (NK) cells are a vital subset of lymphocytes, belonging to the same family as B cells and T cells, collectively known a ...
Exploring Cellular Senescence: Defining Cell Morphology, Aging & Cell Division(Post)Introduction Cellular senescence is a fascinating phenomenon that plays a crucial role in the aging process and various age-related diseases. It is essential to explore the cellular ...
Inhibiting cell division(Post)Unregulated cell growthCancer, although heterogeneous by its very nature, can be broadly defined as a set of diseases characterised by unregulated cell growth leading to invasion of surroundin ...
Epigenetic modifiication & Histone methylation(Post)Agata Miezaniec PhD Candidate, University of Nottingham, UK Epigenetics and the link to DNA Methylation The term ‘Epigene ...
Physiological and Pathological functions of IL-36(Post)By Charlotte O'Donnell PhD Similar to IL-33, IL-36R ligands are involved in maintaining intestinal homeostasis. Analogous to IL-33, d is local ...
Erk Signal Transduction Explained: Step-by-Step Process & Key Concepts(Post)The ERK signal transduction pathway stands as a fundamental mechanism in cellular biology, orchestrating a wide array of physiological processes, including cell division, differentiation, and sur ...
The common characteristics of cancer | Assay Genie(Post)By Shane Houston, PhD Candidate Queen’s University Belfast Cancer is an age old adversary of the human race. This out-of-control growth of abnormal cells has been a shadow over human health ...
Hijacking the Skull's Gateways: A New 'Backdoor' for Brain Drug Delivery(Post)For decades, the brain has been considered an immune sanctuary, protected by the formidable blood-brain barrier. This intricate defense system, while vital for safeguarding our most complex organ, h ...
Types of Glial Cells(Post)Microglia Astrocytes Oligodendrocytes Glial ...
SLAMF7: Activating Natural Killer Cells for Potent Anti-Cancer Responses(Post)Introduction to SLAMF7 in Cancer Immunotherapy SLAMF7, also known as Signaling Lymphocytic Activation Molecule F7, is a surface receptor found on natural killer (NK) cells, T cells, ...
p53 Protein: Mutations, Cancer Signalling & Tumour Suppression(Post)Cancer Biology · Cell Signallingp53: Structure, Signalling, Regulation and Mutation in Cancerp53 is the most frequently mutated gene in human cancer, and the reason is structural: a single tetrameric ...
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Mouse Monoclonal Antibody(Post)Mouse monoclonal antibodies are a valuable tool in the biomedical field. They can be used for a variety of applications, from research to clinical diagnostics. In this blog post, we ...
Deprotonation: Unveiling the Chemistry Behind It(Post)Deprotonation is a fundamental chemical process that plays a crucial role in various aspects of chemistry, ranging from organic synthesis to biochemistry. It involves the removal of a proton ( ...
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