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Protein Labelling 101: Understanding the Basics

Posted by The Protein Man on Jun 25, 2013 5:00:00 AM

Question:

What is protein labelling and what should you do to ensure a successful reaction?  

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Topics: Protein Labeling

14 Must Have Life Science Handbooks

Posted by The Protein Man on May 4, 2012 1:18:00 PM

Click the covers to download the Handbooks

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Topics: Protein Purification, Molecular Biology, Western Blotting, Protein Electrophoresis, Protein Estimation, Apoptosis Assays, Cytotoxicity Assays, Assay Development (ELISA), Detergents, Sample Clean Up, Protease Inhibitors, Antibody Production, Protein Fractionation, Protein Labeling, Protein Extraction, Mass Spectrometry, Cross-Linkers

The Secrets of Coupling with Biotin!

Posted by The Protein Man on Mar 9, 2012 2:00:00 PM

Last week we reviewed some key factors to consider when coupling a label (biotin) to a protein.  The main factors considered were:

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Topics: Protein Labeling

Biotin Labeling: Key Points to Selecting Your Biotin Agent

Posted by The Protein Man on Mar 2, 2012 10:34:00 AM

Biotin, a 244 Dalton vitamin (Vitamin H) molecule, exhibits an extraordinary binding affinity for avidin (Ka=1015M-1) and streptavidin. Biotin and avidin interaction is rapid and once the bond is established it can survive up to 3M guanidine-hydrochloride and extremes of pH.

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Topics: Protein Purification, Protein Labeling

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