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Water for Next-Generation Sequencing
Explore the essential role of water in next-generation sequencing for accurate and efficient genomic analysis
Water for Microbiology Media Preparation
Discover the importance of water quality in microbiology and its impact on reliable and reproducible results in culture media preparation. Learn about the EN ISO 11133 standard, lab water solutions, and purification technologies recommended for microbiological testing.
Water for Histology Staining
Reliable histology staining requires consistent quality pure water. See examples of GMS and H&E stains performed with various water contaminants and comparing tap vs Type 2 water.
Ultrapure Water for BPA-free Culture Media
Ultrapure water from Milli-Q® system shown free of BPA, suitable for embryology research, minimizing endocrine disruptor interference.
Water for pH Measurement and Buffer Preparation
Learn how water impurities can affect pH. Water quality defined as pure water or Type 2 water is recommended to prepare buffer solutions or measure pH.
Understanding Water Quality Grades for Laboratory Applications
Which water grade is best suited for your specific analysis? Using the optimal water grade yields greater reliability and accuracy.
Overview of Water Contaminants: Types, Sources and Impacts in the Lab
Learn about various water contaminants, their sources, impacts on laboratory experiments, and effective removal methods.
How to Select the Right Water Purification System for Your Lab
Essential steps to identifying your optimal water system. From quality to greener technologies & space saving options.
EN ISO 11133 Microbiological Culture Media
Water source comparison for microbiological media preparation highlights central purification vs. Milli-Q® IX system efficiency.
Nuclease-Free Water at Your Fingertips
An ultrafiltration cartridge can be placed at the outlet of a water purification system to deliver nuclease-free ultrapure water.
Water for PCR Techniques
Learn how water impurities can affect PCR and related methodologies. High purity water purified using ultrafiltration is suitable for PCR and related techniques.
Water for Protein Electrophoresis & Western Blotting
Explore the impact of water quality on protein electrophoresis and Western blotting. Learn about the role of ultrapure water and its effect on chemiluminescent signals in Western blotting.
Water for Mammalian Cell Culture
Ensure optimal cell culture outcomes with ultrapure, endotoxin-free water. Learn about the impact of water impurities on mammalian cell cultures and how to achieve optimal cell growth.
Water for Nucleic Acid Gel Electrophoresis
Learn how water impurities can affect DNA and RNA electrophoresis and blotting. High purity water purified using ultrafiltration is suitable for nucleic acid electrophoresis, Northern and Southern blotting.
Water for DNA Sequencing
Learn how water impurities can impact DNA sequencing from Sanger to Next-Gen, single cell sequencing and beyond. High purity water purified using ultrafiltration is optimal for successful sequencing and related techniques.
Water for Nuclease-sensitive Molecular Biology Studies
Nuclease-free water (or PCR water) is needed in molecular biology to avoid sample degradation during PCR, sequencing, etc. Ultrafiltration provides a quicker, safer, and more sustainable alternative to DEPC treatment when preparing RNase-free and DNase-free water.
Water: Properties, Polarity and Its Role as a Universal Solvent
Explore the unique properties of water, including its polarity, hydrogen bonding, and role as a universal solvent essential for life.
Water Quality Monitoring
Learn how lab water quality can be assessed with conductivity, resistivity or TOC measurements.
How to Select the Right Water Purification System for Your Lab
Essential steps to identifying your optimal water system. From quality to greener technologies & space saving options.
EN ISO 11133 Microbiological Culture Media
Water source comparison for microbiological media preparation highlights central purification vs. Milli-Q® IX system efficiency.