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Biological Role of GLP-1
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a critical hormone in the regulation of glucose metabolism and has garnered significant attention due to its therapeutic potential in managing diabetes
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20th Jun 2024
p38 MAPK Signaling Review
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
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1st Feb 2024
Apoptosis (Intrinsic & Extrinsic Pathways)
At Assay Genie we have created a comprehensive guide outlining everything you need to know about apoptosis! Key Takeaways: Apoptosis is a programmed cell death process, vital for tissue
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24th Jan 2024
Serum vs. Plasma: A Deep Dive into Their Molecular Makeup and Implications for ELISA
Blood plasma and serum are essential components of blood and have distinct molecular compositions and uses in the medical and research fields. This article aims to elucidate the differences betwee
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24th Jan 2024
43 Science Instagrams You Need To Follow: The Instagram Influencer-Ome
Social media has become a powerful tool for science communication, and Instagram is no exception. The platform is home to a diverse array of science influencers, ranging from PhD students to estab
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24th Jan 2024
AI Abstract Generator
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 scientific
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20th Nov 2023
CXCL16 – Review
CXCL16
CXCL16, a unique member of the CXC chemokine family, stands at the crossroads of immune modulation and vascular biology. Initially discovered as a chem
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15th Aug 2023
CV writing tips for scientists
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 m
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11th Aug 2023
Natural Killer Cells: A Guide
What are Natural Killer Cells?
Natural Killer (NK) cells are a vital subset of lymphocytes, belonging to the same family
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28th Jul 2023
Research Universities in Ireland
Since I am from Ireland I thought I would give as comprehensive view as possible for Research Universities in Ireland. By now you are probably consider
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6th Jul 2023
Transformation Protocol – Sample Transformation Protocols
Introduction Transformation of bacteria with plasmids is not only of note for bacterial studies but also can be used for gene expression studies in mammalian cells. Most plasmids are of bact
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27th Jun 2023
Mycoplasma in Cell Culture Detection Guide
As a PhD student delving deep into the realm of cellular biology, there is one antagonist that consi
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28th May 2023
Beta Oxidation of Fatty Acids
Understanding Beta-Oxidation: A Comprehensive Overview Fatty acids provide a highly efficient energy storage mechanism, delivering more energy per gram than common carbohydrates like gluc
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28th May 2023
Sci-Hub: Your Proxy to Unrestricted Knowledge
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 scientist
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25th May 2023
OKRs for Researchers
Objectives & Key Results
Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) is a framework for setting and tracking goa
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25th May 2023
23 PhD Interview tips
PhD Interview Presentation Dos and Don’ts
It is becoming increasingly common for master's and undergraduate students to
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14th Apr 2023
Tips for Writing a Thesis Statement
Writing a Thesis Statement
Writing a thesis statement can be a frustrating task, whether you're working on your undergra
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14th Apr 2023
29 PhD Thesis Writing Tips
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 journ
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5th Apr 2023
Renal and Hepatic Function Assays
Hepatic Function Assays
Liver function assays are a suite of tests designed to assess the health and efficacy of our vital
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7th Mar 2023
Enhancing Cancer Research: Syngeneic Mouse Models and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Enhancing Cancer Research: Syngeneic Mouse Models and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors A quick guide to Syngeneic Mouse Models Syngeneic Mouse Models Cancer research has seen rema
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25th Jan 2023
ILC2: The Immune Cell That Fights Allergies and Infections
ILC2 - Function, Cytokines, and Role in Health and Disease
A quick guide to IL2C
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25th Jan 2023
Flow Cytometry Protocol | 10 Hints & Tips
Flow Cytometry Protocol
The meaning is in the name:
Flow = in motion, Cyto = cells, Metry = measure.
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7th Nov 2022
Guide to Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting (FACs): The Latest Technology in Cell Separation
Fluorescence activated cell sorting (FACS) is a cutting-edge technique used to isolate individual cells from a sample and analyse their properties. In this guide, we will discuss the basics
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26th Jul 2022
EGF Family
Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) is a protein that stimulates cell growth and differentiation by binding to its receptor epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) which triggers ligand-induced d
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23rd May 2022