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May 2020
A simplified workflow to save time, money, and the planet!
Why use MicroGEM reagents for your nucleic acid extractions? Save time, money, and the planet with a simplified workflow.
May 2020
We’re hiring!
Join us. Help us advance our technical activities and grow our core business. We are currently hiring an IP manager and are always on the lookout for talented molecular biologists, engineers, and interns.
April 2020
On-Demand Webinar: Tips for Extracting DNA from Insects
Watch this on-demand webinar to discover how a simple enzymatic method allows efficient extraction of DNA from insects while maximizing yields and minimizing waste.
February 2020
On-Demand Webinar: A Novel Enzymatic System for Extracting Sequencing-ready DNA in a Single Tube
Join researchers, David Saul and Jo Stanton, to discover the advantages of enzyme-driven chemistry for real-time sequencing projects based on rapid bacterial DNA extractions.
February 2020
On-Demand Webinar: A Simple, Single-Tube Approach to Process Sexual Assault Samples
Join Jeff Hickey, MicroGEM’s forensic expert and product specialist, to discover the advantages of temperature-driven, enzymatic sperm lysis including qPCR and STR data comparing the enzymatic chemistry to conventional sperm lysis methods. Available on-demand, Jeff discusses Y screening of sexual assault evidence, as well as differential extraction protocols.
December 2019
Research Highlight: prepGEM and CRISPR/Cas9 used to study presenilin gene mutation related to Alzheimer’s disease
In this study, the research team used CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing to correct for the single base pair mutation in the presenilin 1 (PSEN1) gene, a mutation leading to the most aggressive form of familial Alzheimer’s disease.
November 2019
Research Highlight: Comparative Study Finds PDQeX Produces Most Complete STR Profiles for Decomposing Human Tissues
In this comparative study of two simple in-field collection and preservation methods for decomposing human tissues, researchers found that MicroGEM’s PDQeX Nucleic Acid Extractor provided the most complete STR profiles in under 20 minutes. The PDQeX generated the most successful STR typing results from the decomposed tissues stored in TENT for up to six months at room temperature.
November 2019
Diagnosing Cassava Plant Pathogens in Africa: the impact of on-farm diagnostic sequencing
Dr. Jo Stanton presented data on the technical breakthrough to conduct bacterial DNA extraction and genomic analysis in the field. The PDQeX provided rapid DNA extraction ready for NGS in real-time.
November 2019
Research Highlight: RNAGEM Used in Study to Restore miRNAs in Cancer Cells
The study indicates that iEVs-335 could provide a new form of therapeutic intervention in cancers in which genomic interrogation documents a decrease of tumor suppressor miR-335 and/or an increase of SOX4, a transcription factor involved in embryonic development and cell fate determination.
Upcoming Events
On-demand Webinar: A simple, single-tube approach to process sexual assault samples (38 minutes)
Join Jeff Hickey, MicroGEM’s forensic expert and product specialist, to discover the advantages of temperature-driven, enzymatic sperm lysis including qPCR and STR data comparing the enzymatic chemistry to conventional sperm lysis methods. Available on-demand, Jeff discusses Y screening of sexual assault evidence, as well as differential extraction protocols.
10th Annual World DNA and Genome Day
Join us at Booth 7 to celebrate DNA Day together. Find out why temperature-controlled nucleic acid extractions are the answer when speed, sample size, yield, and simplified workflow are important.
International Society for Applied Biological Sciences (ISABS) Conference on Forensic and Anthropologic Genetics
James Landers, PhD, Professor of Chemistry at the University of Virginia and Director of Microfluidics at MicroGEM, will present a plenary lecture during the conference's opening ceremony on "Microfluidics: science, technology, and applications in forensics and medicine."
Webinar: Rapid, single-tube preparation of DNA from bacteria for NGS workflows
Join Jo Stanton, PhD, University of Otago, and David Saul, PhD, MicroGEM, for a lively webinar featuring their recent study demonstrating a side-by-side comparison of DNA prepared using a rapid, single-tube method for DNA extraction and a standard column method.
International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI)
BioTechniques Online Event: Advancing Precision Medicine
Join us for a chat at our virtual booth at BioTechniques online conference on advancing precision medicine. No need to leave your computer - just register at https://www.biotechniques.com/events/biotechniques-online-event-advancing-precision-medicine-2019/. Find key resources on RNA extractions as well as bacterial extractions for NGS.
Webinar: A simple, single-tube approach to process sexual assault samples
Register to attend this must-see forensics webinar: Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 11:00 am EST
Join Jeff Hickey, MicroGEM’s forensic expert and product specialist, to discover the advantages of temperature-driven, enzymatic sperm lysis including qPCR and STR data comparing the enzymatic chemistry to conventional sperm lysis methods. Jeff will also discuss its use in Y screening of sexual assault evidence, as well as its use in differential extraction protocols.
Webinar: A novel enzymatic system for extracting sequencing-ready DNA in a single tube
Register to attend this webinar featuring Jo Stanton (University of Otago) and David Saul (CSO, MicroGEM) on Thursday, Feb. 13 at 3:00 pm EST.
Jo and David will discuss a novel DNA extraction approach using thermostable enzymes and a thermoresponsive cartridge used with the PDQeX to enable extractions without centrifugation or harsh solvents. They will share study results demonstrating the quality of sequencing-ready DNA extracted from bacteria and how this rapid approach compares to traditional chemical-based methods.
Webinar: Tips for extracting DNA from insects
Register to attend this must-see webinar to simplify and improve your insect DNA extractions: April 1 at 7 am PDT | 10 am EDT | 4 pm CET
MicroGEM product specialist, Rob Thompson, will introduce a simple protocol for extracting DNA from insects using a single tube, without ionic detergents, magnetic beads or columns. He will use case studies featuring a range of insects including fruit flies, anopheles mosquitoes, and African whitefly, and will present qPCR data comparing enzymatic lysis with traditional spin-column methods.
LabRoots: Genomics Virtual Week 2020
Discover the latest research developments and emerging technologies at this no-travel conference, featuring the latest gene-editing applications as well as developments in single-cell work and molecular diagnostics. Visit the MicroGEM booth to learn about our single-tube, no-loss RNA and DNA extraction methods to support downstream sequencing and gene editing capabilities.
Webinar: Advances in Extracting & Stabilizing RNA, an Important Toolkit for Molecular Oncology
Join MicroGEM CEO, Jeff Chapman, for a glimpse at the future of genomic analysis and nucleic acid isolation. During this webinar and Q&A session, Jeff discusses advances made in RNA extraction and stabilization from rare samples to a single cell using a series of enzymes which efficiently lyse cells, clear interacting proteins and eliminate RNases while preserving the integrity of the extracted RNA.
This webinar is a featured event at Select Science's Virtual Summit on Cancer and Immunology Research being held May 11-13 online. Register to attend.
Webinar: Remote, autonomous molecular analytical laboratories
Monday, June 29 at 9 am PDT | 12 pm EDT | 5 pm CET
Join MBARI's Christina Preston, research specialist, for a look at new ways to collect and analyze organisms in real-time. Click on the webinar title to register.
Molecular biological analyses, even RNA or DNA extractions, are typically confined to traditional labs. New technologies, such as the Environmental Sample Processor developed by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), offer fresh ways to process samples to detect and quantify different species or substances. Learn more about ways to collect, handle, and analyze samples in real-time in remote field settings. These new technologies can reshape monitoring and management strategies of a range of organisms in diverse environmental settings. MicroGEM's RNAGEM plays a role in providing remote RNA extractions.
LabRoots: Microbiology Virtual Week 2020
LabRoots is hosting a virtual event, which will cover a variety of topics, including global developments for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of Infectious Diseases, discoveries in Microbiology & Immunology research to improve human, animal, and plant health, including virology, pathogenesis, genomics and epidemiology, microbial communities and biofilms, and research to find improved vaccines, diagnostics, and antiviral drugs for Influenza. MicroGEM will have a booth at the event from September 8-10. Click the link to visit the LabRoots registration page.
LabRoots: CRISPR 2020 Virtual Event
LabRoots is hosting a virtual conference on September 30, 2020 to continue the discussion around CRISPR classification systems, applications in biomedicine, and the use of CRISPR in the fight against COVID-19. MicroGEM will have a booth at the event. Head to the LabRoots registration page by clicking the link!
Webinar: Biological Workflows for Biopharma
Join MicroGEM's Rhonda Petit, Global Sales Director, and Georgi Hampton, PhD, Applications Field Scientist, as they share their vision for simplifying and improving biological workflows for the biopharma industry. The advantages of a single tube, enzymatic approach will be discussed along with a special CRISPR use case.