Category: Lab Notes
Therapeutic Approaches for Helicobacter pylori Infection
Helicobacter pylori infects the stomach of humans. It is a common cause of peptic ulcers and gastric cancer. The treatment…
Clarithromycin
Clarithromycin is a semisynthetic macrolide antibiotic derived from erythromycin. Clarithromycin was developed in the 1980s by the Japanese pharmaceutical company…
Cryogenics
Cryogenics studies materials at extremely low temperatures (below -150°C), where unique properties emerge. Key applications include medical storage, MRI machines,…
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is a treatment that uses extreme cold to reduce pain, inflammation, and promote healing. It can involve localized application…
Vitrification in Preserving Biological Materials
Vitrification is the process of converting a substance into a glass-like, amorphous solid without forming crystalline structures. In cryopreservation, it…
KnockOut™ Serum Replacement
KnockOut™ Serum Replacement (KnockOut™ SR), developed by Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a serum-free, defined supplement specifically designed to support the…
Is DMSO Safe?
Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is a widely used solvent in laboratories, as well as in industrial and medical applications. While it’s…
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
A Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a software-based solution that streamlines and automates the management of laboratory operations, data,…
Benchtop Centrifuge
A benchtop centrifuge is a compact, lab-grade device designed to fit on a laboratory workbench or counter, making it ideal…
Cryoprotective Agents
A cryoprotective agent (CPA) is a substance used to protect biological materials, such as cells, tissues, embryos, and organs, from…
Freezing Media for Cryopreservation
A freezing medium for cryopreservation is a specialized solution designed to protect cells, tissues, or biological materials from damage during…
Centrifugation
Centrifugation is a powerful laboratory technique that separates particles based on their physical properties when subjected to high-speed spinning. The…
Raman Cryomicroscopy
Raman cryomicroscopy is a sophisticated technique that combines Raman spectroscopy with cryogenic conditions to study molecular and structural properties of…
Applications of Cryopreservation
Cryopreservation, the preservation of biological materials at ultra-low temperatures, has become an indispensable tool across a diverse range of fields. …
Liquid Nitrogen in Cryopreservation: An Overview
Liquid nitrogen (LN₂) has become the gold standard for cryopreservation due to its unique properties and advantages. Its extremely low…