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Lexogen QuantSeq - 10 years of trusted RNA sequencing

Lexogen's flagship product, QuantSeq, is heavily trusted amongst researchers, evidenced by it being featured in over 1600 publications since its debut in 2014. QuantSeq’s key features are its cost-effectiveness, reliability, and ease of use, making it a favoured choice for gene expression analysis.
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Get with the flow! Why you should be using standards for your microbiomics workflow

Incorporating Zymo Research standards into your microbiomics workflow enhances the reliability of microbiomic studies. Standardisation not only improves the quality of individual studies but also enhances the overall integrity and progress of the microbiome research field. Get with the flow and use the most cited standards in the industry!
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Exploring fresh frozen vs. FFPE samples for next-gen sequencing

Given the greater availability of FFPE samples compared with fresh frozen samples, we thought it best to weigh up which direction next-gen sequencing should be heading in, and discuss our reasons why.
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The potential of PARPs within cancer drug discovery

Poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases, commonly known as PARPs, have become a significant focal point within drug discovery for targeted cancer drugs. Here we provide an overview of PARP research and its challenges.
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A researcher's guide to human blood: which anticoagulant should I choose?

For someone who is new to research studies involving blood products, choosing the right anticoagulant can be daunting. In this blog, we will provide an overview of the most commonly used anticoagulants, highlighting their compatible applications so you feel confident in choosing the best option for your research.
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What is dye-based qPCR?

When performing quantitative PCR (qPCR), there are two primary methods for target detection: dye-based and probe-based detection. In this blog, we will take a deep dive into what is dye-based PCR, a technique invented by Russell Higuchi in the early 1990s and remains in daily use in laboratories around the world.
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