2024-2025 EDVOTEK® Resource Guide

EDVOTEK® • The Biotechnology Education Company® has been providing teachers with the highest quality experiments and equipment since 1987.

2024-2025 EDVOTEK ® RESOURCE GUIDE

Our Philosophy

Teaching should always be fun Learning should always be enjoyable Experiments should foster learning Preparation should always be easy Science shouldn’t be expensive The environment shouldn’t su ff er Lessons should always be relevant Science should never be called boring DNA is nothing to be scared of Science is a way of life

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Contents Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Section 7 Section 8 Section 9

Equipment Discovering Electrophoresis Ready-to-Load™ DNA Electrophoresis Advanced DNA Applications Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Genetic Engineering & Transformation Forensics Biomedical Sciences Environmental Science Proteins, Enzymes & Chromatography Introduction to Biotechnology Advanced Placement Biology * Neurobiology Distance Learning Reagents, Biologicals, & Supplies Index

6 24 32 40 48 58 68 76 94

Section 10 Section 11 Section 12 Section 13 Section 14

104 112 122 129 130 132 133

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2024-2025 EDVOTEK ® RESOURCE GUIDE Science Education that Doesn’t Harm the Environment!

Science Education That Doesn’t Harm the Environment

Our Philosophy

What have we done so far?

Teaching should always be fun Learning should always be enjoyable Experiments should foster learning Preparation should always be easy

We’ve gone digital! Our Resource Guide can be downloaded from our website.

We now send more direct shipments to our customers. This greatly improves our service and helps the environment.

We use recycled cardboard in our kit box outer packaging.

Science shouldn’t be expensive The environment shouldn’t suffer

We decreased our plastic kit packaging.

We recycle all toner cartridges and paper.

Lessons should always be relevant Science should never be called boring

Science Education that Doesn’t Harm the Environment!

We went paperless and now post all our instruction manuals online.

The SDS for every product is now available online: www.edvotek.com/Safety-Data-Sheets

DNA is nothing to be scared of Science is a way of life

Employees commute using public transportation to further reduce our carbon footprint. We also encourage people to walk, jog, and bicycle. Several of our employees telecommute.

What have we done so far?

We’ve gone digital! Our Resource Guide can be downloaded from our website.

We moved into a renovated historic building centrally located in downtown Washington, DC. Reusing an existing structure saves a tremendous amount of energy! We also installed state-of-the-art high efficiency energy and water systems throughout.

We now send more direct shipments to our customers. This greatly improves our service and helps the environment.

We use recycled cardboard in our kit box outer packaging.

We decreased our plastic kit packaging.

We recycle all toner cartridges and paper.

We went paperless and now post all our instruction manuals online.

The SDS for every product is now available online: www.edvotek.com/Safety-Data-Sheets

Employees commute using public transportation to further reduce our carbon footprint. We also encourage people to walk, jog, and bicycle. Several of our employees telecommute. We moved into a renovated historic building centrally located in downtown Washington, DC. Reusing an existing structure saves a tremendous amount of energy! We also installed state-of-the-art high efficiency energy and water systems throughout.

The Biotechnology Education Company ® Proudly serving you for over 35 years!

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What’s New?

Contents

Cat. #505 M12 Ultra™

Equipment

Electrophoresis & Visualization

Discovering Electrophoresis

Package See page 9!

28 Cat. #555 TruBlu™ Jr. Blue Light Transilluminator See page 14!

Ready-to-Load™ DNA Electrophoresis

Advanced DNA Applications

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Genetic Engineering & Transformation

Forensics

Cat. #190 Forensic Escape Room: Design Your Own Biotech

Biomedical Science & Immunology

Cat. #921 Genetic Flightplan: Navigating Galapagos Finch Diversity See page 34!

82 Cat. #5073 EDGE™ PCR LabStation™ See page 7!

Environmental Science

Adventure See page 36!

Proteins , Enzymes & Chromotography

Introductory Experiments

Games & Models 104

Advanced Placement Biology*

108

Cat. #929 Aquatic Detectives: Solve the Mystery of the Contaminated Waterway See page 113!

Cat. #AP08-AP09 SPECIAL Advanced Placement Special Bundle (with both AP08 and AP09) See page 127!

116 Cat. #603 GoGel™ Agarose

Neurobiology

Section 14

Gel Packs See page 40!

118

Reagents , Biologicals, & Supplies

119

Index

Cat. #307 Code Breakers: Using CRISPR to Rewrite

Cat. #210 A-maize-ing Editing: Using CRISPR to Improve Crops See page 42!

Cat. #310 Hack the Planet: Using CRISPR to Terraform Mars See page 58!

Genetics See page 58!

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Cat. #500

Cat. #540

Cat. #500 EDGE ™ Integrated Electrophoresis System

For 1 or 2 Lab Groups. The EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis System revolu- tionizes biotechnology by merging an electrophoresis chamber, power supply and blue light into a single, safe and easy-to-use apparatus. It runs a 10 x 7 cm gel in as little as 10 minutes with crisp band resolution while enabling real-time visualization of DNA migration. And all EDVOTEK® and PLTW® electrophoresis experiments may be run without protocol adjustments. Bring the EDGE™ to your laboratory for the ultimate in convenience, performance and results.

The EDGE™ Features: • Fast Gel Runs with Real-Time Results

• Integrated Electrophoresis Chamber, Power Supply & Blue Light • Dual 100/150 Volt Modes w/ Automatic Safety Cutoff Switch • Includes 10 x 7 cm Gel Tray, Rubber End Caps & (2) 6/8 Tooth Combs • Built-in Fan & Ventilated Design Prevent Condensation • Compatible with SYBR® Safe, GelGreen® & Other Blue Light-Reactive Dyes • Ready-to-Run™ EDVOTEK® & PLTW® Experiments • Universal Voltage for Worldwide Use • 3 Year Warranty

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Ideal For Personal Use!

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Cat. #540 EdvoCycler ™ Jr.

For Up to 16 Samples. The EdvoCycler™ Jr. is the newest member of our PCR family and is based on the advanced EdvoCycler™ 2 platform. The sleek form factor has been miniaturized with 16 wells to run individual PCR experiments. A vivid and intuitive touchscreen and onboard computer simplify operation by not requiring a secondary device. And it’s backed by an industry-leading 3-year warranty!

EdvoCycler™ Jr. Features: • Holds 16 x 0.2 mL PCR Samples

• 7” HD Color Touchscreen Displays Real-Time Cycling Data • Onboard Computer - No PC or Smartphone Required! • Edvotek PCR Programs Included + Storage for 100 More • Heated Lid Prevents Sample Evaporation • Active Cooling to 14ºC

• Temperature Range: 14-99ºC • Maximum Ramp Rate: 3.5ºC • Instant Incubate Function • High Precision Algorithm for Superior Results • Universal Voltage for Worldwide Use • 3 Year Warranty

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Cat. #5073 EDGE ™ PCR LabStation ™

The Edvotek EDGE™, EdvoCycler™ Jr., and 5-50 µL Variable Micropipette are the perfect starter package for your classroom PCR lab! With a 16-sample block, the EdvoCycler™ Jr. features an intuitive touchscreen with real-time cycling data, active cooling, and storage for up to 100 PCR protocols. The all-new EDGE™ seamlessly combines an electrophoresis chamber, power supply and blue light into a single easy-to-use appara- tus that can be used to load with the 5-50 µL micropipette and run your samples quickly in as little as 10 minutes!

Includes: 1 EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis System (Cat. #500)

1 EdvoCycler™ Jr. (16 x 0.2 ml) (Cat. #540) 1 Variable MicroPipette (5 - 50 µl) (Cat. #590)

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Cat. #541-542 EdvoCycler ™ 2

For Up to 48 Samples. The successor to the bestselling EdvoCycler™ has been redesigned and upgraded to be the best value among classroom thermal cyclers. The EdvoCycler™ 2 about doubles the capacity of the original EdvoCycler™ to 48 wells and features an intuitive touchscreen. Backed by an industry-leading 3 year warranty!

EdvoCycler™ 2 Features: • Holds 48 x 0.2 mL PCR Samples • 8-Tube Strip Compatible

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PRECAST POLYACRYLAMIDE GELS

• 4-20% Tris-Glycine-SDS Precast Polyacrylamide Gel (PAGE) • Size: 9 x 10 cm • Designed for Separating Protein Fragments 20-100 kDa • Each Gel Has 10 Wells • Well Volume is 30 µL • Requires Refrigeration. Use within 3 months of receipt.

Cat. #650 One precast gel

Cat. #651 Three precast gels

Cat. #652 Six precast gels

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Cat. #5010-Q QuadraSource ™ Power Supply

10-300 Volts for up to 4 electrophoresis units. Power any combina- tion of EDVOTEK® electrophoresis units with this mighty power supply! Features a straightforward, fully programmable interface for setting voltage, current or timer control with each parameter displayed in real-time. Programs may be paused or resumed at any point. Run experiments quickly with this powerful and versatile unit! Now features a sleek, new design without the added bulk!

QuadraSource™ Features: • Max Voltage: 300 Volts

• Voltage Steps: 10-300 Volts • Max Current: 500 Milliamps • Output Type: Variable Voltage • Lead Inputs: 4 Sets, Recessed, Color Coded • Input Power: Universal Voltage

Cat. #509 DuoSource ™ Power Supply

100/150 Volts for 1 or 2 electrophoresis units. The DuoSource™ electrophoresis power supply has been reimagined and now includes a built-in timer. Run gels quickly in only 20-30 minutes at 150 V!

DuoSource™ Features: • Built-in Timer • Max Voltage: 150 Volts • Voltage Steps: 100 or 150 Volts • Max Current: 75 Milliamps • Output Type: Constant Voltage • Universal Voltage or Worldwide Use

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Cat. #557 TruBlu ™ 2 Blue/White Light LED Transilluminator

The TruBlu™ 2 features a large 27 x 15 cm viewing surface and a high density LED light for clear and even visualization. The blue light mode enables visualization of SYBR® Safe stained DNA gels while the white light mode enhances visualization of blue stained DNA or dye electropho- resis gels, or protein gels. Use the TruBlu™ 2 to excite green fluorescent protein (GFP), produc - ing brilliant green fluorescence. The TruBlu™ 2 has enough surface area to simultaneously view up to eight 7 x 7 cm gels and combines the functions of two units into one!

TruBlu™ 2 Features: • Dual blue/white high density LED light modes • Large viewing surface: 27 x 15 cm • Orange contrast lid • Safe – non-UV wavelength • Blue light emission spectrum centered around 470 nm • Built-in fan minimizes condensation

Developed in concert with the inventor of the technology under license from Clare Chemical Research, Inc.

Cat. #555 TruBlu ™ Jr Blue Light LED Transilluminator

Love your M12 systems but interested in blue light visualiza- tion? The TruBlu™ Jr. is designed to upgrade your existing EDVOTEK® electrophoresis equipment to allow safe, real-time analysis of DNA fragments as they migrate through the agarose gel. This compact unit utilizes the same blue light technology that is found in the EDGE™ and TruBlu™ 2 transilluminator for visualization of SYBR® Safe or other blue light-reactive dyes. The TruBlu™ Jr. can also be used to examine fluorescence from green fluorescent protein (GFP).

TruBlu™ Jr Features: • Docks Seamlessly with the EDVOTEK® M12 Electrophoresis System • Includes Orange Contrast Lid for M12 Cover • Includes Orange Contrast Hood for TruBlu™ Jr. • Battery operated for convenient use in the classroom • Safe - Non-UV wavelength • Blue Light Emission Spectrum Centered Around 470 nm • Viewing Surface: 10 x 6 cm • Universal Voltage for Worldwide Use

Cat. #631-O Blue Light Blocking Orange Safety Glasses

Ideal for viewing gels stained with SYBR® Safe on a blue light visualization device such as EDVOTEK’s EDGE™ and TruBlu™ 2. Provides 100% protection against glare and protection against UV/UVA/UVB rays. They also absorb 98% of blue light.

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Cat. #552 White LED Transilluminator

Our White LED Transilluminator features a 25 x 25 cm viewing area illuminated by long life LEDs and is housed in a slim aluminum body. It’s designed to safely enhance the visualization of dye stained agarose gels or gels stained with FlashBlue™, proteins stained with Coomass- ie Blue, and autoradiograms.

Cat. #552 Features: • 25 x 25 cm Viewing Area • 90 Lumens LED Chips • Power Rating: 8 Watts • Universal Voltage: 110/220 V

• Frequency: 50/60 Hz • Two-Year Warranty • Made in the U.S.A.

Cat. #969 Long Wave UV Light

A hand-held UV light that is used to detect hydrolysis of the fluorescent substrate and fluorescent Artemia and Daphnia after their ingestion. Also useful for observing fluorescence in Green (GFP) and Blue (BFP) fluorescent proteins.

Cat. #969 Details: • LED: 12PCS UV LED • Material: Aluminum (body)

• Battery Type: 3 x AAA (not included) • Switch: Push-button on/off switch • Product Size: 31.5 x 96MM • Lamp Luminous Flux(lm): 100 - 1000 lumens • Lifetime: ~ 100,000 Hours

Cat. #631 UV Laboratory Safety Glasses

The polycarbonate UV safety glasses assure excellent impact resistance and provide 99.9% protection against UVA and UVB rays. The sleek design hugs facial contours and offers a wide field of vision for increased safety. Soft, rubber-coated temples add non-slip comfort. Lenses are hard-coated to minimize scratches.

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EDVOTEK ® Variable Micropipettes

Fixed Volume MiniPipettes ™

Lifetime Warranty

• New & Improved • Better Quality, Same Price • More Durable • More Ergonomic

Robust, accurate, easy to use, color coded, fun & cost effective micropipettes which use standard micropipette tips. No need to calibrate and impossible to measure the wrong volume! All sizes use standard 1-200 µL tips.

Our Variable Micropipettes are sturdily designed with volumes ranging from 0.1 to 5000 µL. They are easy to use, highly accurate and use standard micropipette tips. The volume is easily selected by twisting the top. The lightweight design and tip ejector makes operation fast & easy. A tool and instructions are included for self- calibration. Features a lifetime warranty.

Cat. #585 Cat. #586 Cat. #586-1 Cat. #587 Cat. #587-1 Cat. #587-2 Cat. #588 Cat. #588-1 Cat. #588-2 Cat. #588-3 Cat. #588-4

5 µL MiniPipette 10 µL MiniPipette 20 µL MiniPipette 25 µL MiniPipette 30 µL MiniPipette 35 µL MiniPipette 40 µL MiniPipette 50 µL MiniPipette 75 µL MiniPipette 100 µL MiniPipette 200 µL MiniPipette

Cat. #589 Cat. #589-1 Cat. #590 Cat. #591 Cat. #591-1 Cat. #592-1 Cat. #593-1

0.5 - 10 µL Micropipette 2 - 20 µL Micropipette 5 - 50 µL Micropipette

10 - 100 µL

Micropipette

20 - 200 µL Micropipette 100 - 1000 µL Micropipette 500 - 5000 µL Micropipette

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Cat. #594 EdvoPette ™ Pipet Controller

The all-new EdvoPette™ is a lightweight cordless pipetting controller ideally suited as an aliquoting tool for instructors and teaching assistants. It utilizes pipets from 1 - 100 mL and can be used for up to twenty hours when fully charged. Equipment bundle includes a charging station, long life Li-ion rechargeable (and replaceable) battery, adaptor nozzle for use with small volume pipets, multicolored nose cones, AC adapter with four international plugs, and three replacement filters. Dimensions: 15 x 152 x 41 mm.

EdvoPette™ Features: • Operates with 100-240 volt (50/60 Hz 06.A) electrical supplies worldwide

• UV resistant housing and autoclavable pipette nozzle • Universal (left/right), balanced, and ergonomic grip • Three operation modes: high, low, and gravity • Fits most filters – no need for pipet specific brands!

Micropipette Tips

Pipetting Pumps Cat. #640

Green, for pipets 5-10 mL Blue, for pipets up to 2 mL

Cat. #641

Serological Pipets Cat. #645 5 mL, 50/pkg Cat. #646 10 mL, 50/pkg

a. Ultra Micropipette Tips Cat. #635

0.5-10 µL, 2 racks of 96 each 0.5-10 µL, 10 racks of 96 each 0.5-10 µL, Bag of 1000 tips

Cat. #635-P Cat. #635-B

b. Yellow Micropipette Tips Cat. #636

1-200 µL, 2 racks of 96 each 1-200 µL, 10 racks of 96 each 1-200 µL, Bag of 1000 tips

Cat. #636-P Cat. #636-B

Pipette Carousel Stand Cat. #796 For 6 Micropipettes

c. Blue Micropipette Tips Cat. #637

100-1000 µL, 2 racks of 100 ea. 100-1000 µL, Bag of 1000 tips

Cat. #637-B

d. Fine Tip Micropipette Tips Cat. #638 1-200 µL, 1 rack of 204 Cat. #638-B 1-200 µL, Bag of 1000 e. Jumbo Micropipette Tips Cat. #637-3

Micro Transfer Pipets Cat. #632 400/pkg, disposable

1000-5000 µL, Bag of 100 tips For Modern Variable Pipettes 1000-5000 µL, Bag of 100 tips For Legacy Variable Pipettes (pre-2015)

Cat. #637-2

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a. EDVOTEK ® 12 L

c. EDVOTEK ® 10 L Digital Shaking Water Bath

b. EDVOTEK ® 3.0 L

Digital Water Bath The all-new Edvotek® 12 L water bath has been updated & improved yet again - and now has a built-in timer! Still includes digital temperature control and low-water sensor to prevent burn-outs. The stainless steel chamber is corrosion resistant and tem- perature controlled from ambient to 99°C while using the included covers. The unit also includes a convenient hose that makes it easy to drain and clean. Cat. #538

Digital Water Bath This classic Edvotek® water bath has been updated & improved yet again - 60% larger than its predecessor, and now has a built-in timer! The water bath still includes a digital temperature control and low-water sensor to prevent burn-outs. The stainless steel chamber is corrosion resistant and temperature-controlled from ambient to 99°C while using the included cover. Cat. #539

The EDVOTEK® 10 L Digital Shaking Water Bath is designed for optimal sample incuba- tion. Solutions are simultaneously shaken, heated and aerated to speed up and improve reactions. The stainless steel shaker chamber may be set to rotate from 5-100 RPM. Tem- perature control is from ambient to 75°C or 99°C with the optional cover. 30 x 24 x 15 cm chamber. Made in the U.S.A.. Cat. #5027 ALSO Available: Cover for 10 L Shaking Water Bath Cat. #5027-C

Cat. #546 EDVOTEK ® Incubation Oven

Cat. #689 Water Bath Floats Set of two, 11 x 8 cm.

This economical bacterial incubator features digital temperature control with a range from 5°C above ambient to 60°C. Ideal for growing bacteria on agar plates at 37°C or for Southern and Western Blot analysis at 60°C. Includes two adjustable/removable shelves for increased capacity. Accepts bottles and flasks up to 2 L. • Internal Dimensions: 23.5 x 29 cm • External Dimensions: 26 x 23.5 x 32.5 cm

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b. Mezzo ™ Microcentrifuge Compact and easy to use. Powerful enough to enable each worksta- tion to be equipped with a centrifuge for a wide range of molecular biology separations and quick spins. Ideal for most protocols requir- ing fast spins. The Mezzo™ Microcentrifuge includes a 12-place rotor for 1.5/2.0 mL tubes, a 32-place rotor for 0.2 mL tubes, twelve 0.2 mL adapters, and twelve 0.5 mL tube adapters. Cat. #533 a. Digital Orbital Shaker EDVOTEK®’s Digital Orbital Shaker offers precise control with a microprocessor-based keypad with a digital display. The user can control the RPM (40-350 RPM) and mode of operation. The unit can be used in Continuous Run mode and programmable Timed Run mode. Includes: 9 x 10” platform and 12 x 12” platform. Features a full one-year warranty. Cat. #OR100

d. Piccolo ™ Microcentrifuge The Piccolo™ Microcentrifuge is ideal for quick spin downs, micro- filter cell separations and cell pelleting. It is compact, easy to use. Includes an 8 place rotor with 0.5 mL and 0.2 mL tube adapter and

a microtiter-strip adapter. Cat. #534 Piccolo™ Microcentrifuge Features: • Auto Start/Stop • Fixed Speed ~7000 rpm • Power: AC100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz; 20W • Dimensions: 210 x 180 x 130 mm • Weight: 1.0 kg • One Year Warranty

Mezzo™ Microcentrifuge Features: • Touch OLED display: change speed, time and start/stop • Max Speed: 1000-12,000 rpm • Max RCF: 7490 xg • Power: AC100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz; 30W • Dimensions: 210 x 180 x 130 mm • Weight: 1.5 kg • One Year Warranty

c. Tornado ™ Vortexer The Tornado™ is your go-to appliance for vigorous and uniform vortexing. The versatile head can accom- modate a wide range of common lab tubes and assay plates as well as any hand held items. A

highly absorbent body shell and elastomeric feet effectively dampen vibrations and limit movement. Great for both intermittent and continuous mixing! Cat. #5023 Tornado™ Vortexer Features: • Variable speed rotary for 1000, 2000, 3000 rpm • Slider for intermittent, continuous, and off settings • Innovative head has diverse holding capacity and can be removed for cleaning

• Dimensions: 17 x 19 x 20 cm • Includes a two-year warranty

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What Are LabStations ™ ? Are you excited to introduce electrophoresis to your students? Or maybe you’re ready to see them running their own PCR or transformation experiments next year! Equipping your classroom with a biotechnology lab can be a challenge. What equipment do you absolutely need? How easily is it shared between students? How can you get a maximum value for every item? Edvotek LabStations™ are our answer to these questions! LabStations™ are pre-selected packages curated for specific activities, classroom sizes, and budgets. We’ve utilized our experience in the field of biotechnology education - and decades of important feedback from teachers - to select the best equipment combinations for the job. And by combining several products into a single comprehensive package we are able to sell them at a lower total price.

We also offer CUSTOM LabStations™ to suit your needs. For more information, consult with a BioEducation specialist at 1.800.EDVOTEK .

Cat. #5076 EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis 8-System Bundle

Includes: 8 Cat. #500 EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis Systems

Cat. #5073 EDGE ™ PCR LabStation ™

Cat. #505 M12 Ultra™

Includes: 1 Cat. #500 EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis System

Includes: 1 Cat. #502/504 M12 Complete™ Electrophoresis Package 1 Cat. #555 TruBlu™ Jr. with orange contrast lid and hood 1 DNA DuraGel™ (from Cat. #S-43)

1 Cat. #540 EdvoCycler™ Jr. (16 x 0.2 ml) 1 Cat. #590 Variable MicroPipette (5 - 50 µl)

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Cat. #5074 EDGE™ Classroom PCR LabStation™

Includes: 1 Cat. #541-542 EdvoCycler™ 2 PCR Machine (48 x 0.2ml) 6 Cat. #500 EDGE™ Integrated Electrophoresis System 6 Cat. #590 Variable MicroPipette (5-50µl) 1 Cat. #539 3 L Water Bath

Cat. #5061 Demonstration DNA Electrophoresis LabStation ™ Includes: 1 Cat. #502/504 M12 Complete™ Electrophoresis Package 1 Cat. #509 DuoSource™ Power Supply (100/150 V for 1 or 2 units) 1 Cat. #587-2 Fixed Volume MiniPipette (35 µl) 1 Cat. #636 Yellow Micropipet Tips (1 - 200 µl /2 Racks of 96) 1 Cat. #S-51 Whose DNA Was Left Behind?

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Cat. #5062 Classroom DNA Electrophoresis LabStation ™

Includes: 1 Cat. #515 M36 HexaGel™ Electrophoresis Apparatus 1 Cat. #509 DuoSource™ Power Supply (100/150 V for 1 or 2 units) 2 Cat. #588 Fixed Volume MiniPipette (40 µL) 1 Cat. #636 Yellow Micropipette Tips (1 - 200 µL / 2 Racks of 96) 1 Cat. #130 DNA Fingerprinting Classroom Kit

Cat. #5066 Personal PCR LabStation ™

Includes: 1 Cat. #540 EdvoCycler™ Jr. (16 x 0.2 mL) 2 Cat. #502-504 M12 Complete™ Package 1 Cat. #509 DuoSource™ Power Supply 2 Cat. #590 Variable Micropipette (5 - 50 µL) 1 Cat. #557 TruBlu™ 2 Transilluminator 1 Cat. #539 3.0 L DIgital Water Bath

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Cat. #5067 Classroom PCR LabStation ™

Includes: 1 Cat. #541-542 EdvoCycler™ 2

6 Cat. #502-504 M12 Complete™ Package 3 Cat. #509 DuoSource™ Power Supply 6 Cat. #590 Variable Micropipette (5 - 50 µL) 1 Cat. #557 TruBlu™ 2 Transilluminator 1 Cat. #539 3.0 L Digital Water Bath

We also offer CUSTOM LabStations ™ to suit your needs. For more information, consult with a BioEducation specialist at 1.800.EDVOTEK.

Cat. #5068 Comprehensive Biotechnology LabStation ™

Includes: 1 Cat. #541-542 EdvoCycler™ 2 (48 x 0.2 mL)

3 Cat. #534 Piccolo Microcentrifuge 1 Cat. #5023 Tornado Vortexer™ 3 Cat. #635 Ultra Micropipette Tips (0.1 - 10 µL / 2 Racks of 96) 6 Cat. #636 Yellow Micropipette Tips (1 - 200 µL / 2 Racks of 96) 3 Cat. #637 Blue Micropipette Tips (200 - 1000 µL / 2 Racks of 100) 3 Cat. #638 Fine Tip Micropipette Tips (1 - 200 µL / 1 Rack of 204)

6 Cat. #502-504 M12 Complete™ Electrophoresis Package 3 Cat. #581 MV10 Protein Electrophoresis Apparatus 3 Cat. #5010-Q QuadraSource™ Power Supply 6 Cat. #589 Variable Micropipette (0.5 - 10 µL) 6 Cat. #591 Variable Micropipette (10 - 100 µL) 6 Cat. #592-1 Variable Micropipette (100 - 1000 µL) 2 Cat. #557 TruBlu™ 2 Transilluminator 10 Cat. #969 Long Wave UV Light 2 Cat. #539 3.0 L Digital Water Bath 1 Cat. #546 Incubation Oven

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Cat. #S-45 Pipetting By Numbers ™ STEAM Pipetting Practice

For 10 Lab Groups. Help your students master the fundamental biotechnology technique of micropipetting while creating a colorful, science-themed classroom poster as well as their own artwork. Students will learn best practices, key parts, and the importance of accuracy & precision when micropipetting to perform a STEAM wet lab based on “paint by numbers”. Kit includes: instructions, test strips, Pipetting By Numbers™ canvas and blank canvases, & microcentrifuge tubes. All you need: Automatic micropipettes with tips, small containers for discarding used tips, scissors, & tape. Storage: Room Temperature.

Create a colorful, science-themed classroom poster!

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Cat. #590 EDVOTEK ® 5-50 µL Variable Micropipette

Cat. #585 thru #588 Fixed Volume MiniPipettes ™

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Cat. #S-44 Micropipetting Basics

For 10 Lab Groups. Teach your students how to use a micropipette with ease and accuracy by experimenting with multicolored dyes. A fun and cost effective way to learn this important skill.

Kit includes: instructions, various colored dye samples and a Pipet Card™. All you need: micropipette and tips. Storage: Room Temperature.

Cat. #S-43 DNA DuraGels™

DNA DuraGel™ gels are permanent polymer gels that allow students to practice the critically important skill of pipetting/gel loading. The clear, reusable gels are designed for the practice of loading 5-35 µL of samples. Gel models are imprinted with a ruler for sizing DNA fragments. Also included are simulated FlashBlue™ and InstaStain® Ethidium Bromide gel images, ideal for representing how actual gels are stained with Methylene Blue and Ethidium Bromide.

Kit Includes: reusable DNA DuraGels™; Flash- Blue™ and InstaStain® Ethidium Bromide gel images, practice gel loading solution and mini- transfer pipets. All you need: micropipettes are recommended.

Cat # S-43 6 Gels and 8 images (4 FlashBlue™ and 4 InstaStain® Ethidium Bromide gel images) For 12 to 24 Students

Cat # S-43-20 2 Gels and 4 images (2 FlashBlue™ and 2 InstaStain® Ethidium Bromide gel images) For 4 Students or Classroom Demo

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For 10 Gels/10 Lab Groups. Investigate how agarose gel electrophoresis unlocks the color code used by food scientists to make colorful candies. Students will extract colors from common candies and separate the dyes using agarose gel electrophoresis. A fun lab extension involves the use of candy to build a DNA model. NOTE: Dye samples are not provided for this experiment. Students will extract their own dyes from colorful candies (not included) .

Cat. #101 Principles & Practice of Agarose Gel Electrophoresis

For 8 Gels/8 Lab Groups. Demonstrate to your class how electrophoresis separates molecules on the basis of size and charge. A safe, colorful, fast and simple way to teach a technique that will engage your students.

ALSO Available: Dye Samples Only in Microtest Tubes For 24 gels Cat. #101-C