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NCTalks with Jan Hillert: pregnancy outcomes in MS by Future Science Group

Flow cytometry for CGT assay development: an interview with Richard Cuthbert by Future Science Group

In this podcast, Andrew Hall (Labcorp, UK) discusses the evolution of large molecule bioanalysis workflow automation as well as the present challenges facing the industry.

Bioanalytical assays for gene therapy programs: an interview with Catherine Vrentas by Future Science Group

In this episode, supported by Zymo Research, we discuss the epigenetic clock: what is it? How are researchers using it and what are some of the key tools available to study it? Elucidating the link between epigenetics and aging is Keith Booher, Director of Services at Zymo research including aging and epigenetics research services. Keith reveals how our behaviors and environment, such as diet, exercise and air quality, can impact our epigenetics and the impact that the epigenetic clock has played in the development of new therapeutics. Find out how you can reverse your biological age, the implications of aging populations the latest developments in epigenetic research and more in this episode of Talking Techniques.  Contents: Introduction: 00:00-02:15The issue with population aging: 02:15-03:30Introducing epigenetics:  03:30-04:20The link between epigenetics and aging: 04:20-05:50The impact of exercise on epigenetics: 05:50-06:40The epigenetic clock: 06:40-08:00What can the epigenetic clock tell

ddPCR for CGT quality control: a podcast with Mark White by Future Science Group

In this podcast Barry Jones (Director, LC–MS Biologics and Biomarkers at Q² Solutions) and Adriane Spytko (Manager, LC–MS Biologics at Q² Solutions; both NY, USA) discuss hybrid assays using both LBA and LC−MS techniques. They share their thoughts on bottom-up LC−MS methods and the concern about detecting analyte that is not intact as well as future projects that bridge LC−MS and LBA.

In this episode of Talking Techniques, supported by Resolve BioSciences, we explore the realm of spatial biology, with a particular focus on the techniques involved in this approach to biological exploration, and the exciting insights gleaned from these techniques that have led to this approach being labeled Natures Method of the year 2020!  Stefano Pupe, Postdoctoral Researcher at German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases, takes me through this field, revealing – amongst other fascinating insights – the neuroscience studies that can now be conducted on live mice to monitor their neurological cell expression profiles as they perform specific behaviors. We also discuss the potential immortality complexes that could be driving a large amount of investment into the field and highlight some of the challenges to watch out for when conducting spatial biology studies. ContentsIntroduction 00:00-02:20 The concept of spatial biology 02:20-03:30 The key techniques involved in spatial biology: 03:30-0

In this episode of Talking Techniques, we introduce a new podcast series, produced by BioTechnques and hosted by the enigmatic Antentor Othrell Hinton Jr, Assistant Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics at the Vanderbilt University, and bring you a sneak peek of the first episode of the series. In this podcast series, Antentor will discuss all things diversity, equity and inclusion in STEM, meeting with different guests each episode from across the spectrum of fields and people in the research community. Each episode will keep science at its core, exploring each guest's research and finding out how they encourage open and productive environments in their working communities. In episode one, dive into the discussion around mentoring practices and with our first guest, Christina Termini Assistant Professor a the Fred Hutch Cancer Research center (CA, USA) Contents: Introduction: 00:00-02:40 Christina's Research in hematopoietic stem cells and cancer treatments. 02:40-05:45 Molecular regulators of

In this episode, supported by BioRad, we explore cell proliferation monitoring and its role in drug discovery, guided by the expert advice of Rachel Preston, Product Development researcher at Bio-Rad. We discuss techniques available to monitor cell proliferation, their advantages and disadvantages and the importance of selecting the right combination of techniques for different experimental targets. Rachel also provides some tips for best practice and some pitfalls to avoid regarding DNA damage and highlights the importance of good quality antibodies in cell proliferation assays. Don’t miss out on the most exciting applications of cell proliferation today, and find out what still needs to be improved for cell proliferation assays to continue driving drug discovery forward; all in the first episode of Season 3 of Talking Techniques! Contents: Intro: 00:00-00:34Why measure cell proliferation in drug discovery? 00:34-2:20Techniques involved in the detection of cell proliferation: 02:20-04:20The advantages an

In this Tech Blast episode, is Jay Lemke, Senior Research Scientist at Promega, provides a brief overview of Sanger sequencing, its history, working principle and development over the last half century. Jay reveals which lab practices are still are best completed with Sanger sequencing and explains why the technique remains so prevalent today, even in the era of next-generation sequencing. Get Jay's top tips for best practices when working with sanger and much more throughout the episode! Contents:  Introduction: 00:00-00:40  A brief history of Sanger sequencing: 00:40-01:00  Sanger sequencing working principle: 01:00-03:00  How has sanger developed since it was invented? 03:00-05:10  The advantages of Sanger in an era of NGS: 05:10-07:00  Best applications of Sanger sequencing: 07:00-08:45  Top tips for success with sanger: 09:30-10:10  Challenges of working with sanger and addressing them: 10:10-11:35  What would you improve about sanger sequencing? 11:35-12:25

Find out about current treatment options for thyroid cancer such as the recent approval of selpercatinib for patients with an alteration in the RET gene in this interview with Kate Newbold who is a clinical oncologist consultant at The Royal Marsden Hospital in London (UK).

In this episode, we explore the field of synthetic biology. Discover the history of the field and its origins in the production of biofuels, before fracking burst onto the scene forcing a pivot in direction towards chemical production. Find out about the key techniques that have brought synthetic biology into the realm of immunotherapies and cancer research, which have even welcomed in a return to applications focussed on tackling the climate crisis, such as lab-grown meat. To investigate this space, I speak with Merrit Savener, Biopharma Technical Account Manager at Molecular Devices (CA, USA) and Adam Clore Technical Director of Synthetic Biology at Integrated DNA Technologies (IA, USA). Merrit and Adam provide their insight into the most exciting applications of synthetic biology, the regulation surrounding it, how they would wish to improve the field, revealing the true impacts that this field can deliver in addressing some of humanity's biggest issues. Contents:Introduction: 00:00-02:30Explaining syn

In this Tech Blast episode, Tim Bolus, Compliance Program Manager at Molecular Devices, provides a 15-minute in-depth exploration of the regulatory landscape of drug discovery and development. Tim examines the good lab and manufacturing processes essential to successful drug discovery, development and production. Get Tim's insight into the field and discover how to best prepare your lab to pass the FDA's regulations and hear some firsthand cautionary tails! Contents: Introducing GXP: 00:40-2:20 Why is GLP important in drug development? 2:20-05:55 Why is GMP important in the manufacturing processes late down the line? 05:55-07:15 Examples of GXP going wrong and the ramifications: 07:15-10:30 Solutions to ensure GXP: 10:30-11:40 Aspects of GLP that need improving: 11:40-13:40

We are talking all things DNA methylation in this episode, providing a brief explanation of epigenetics and the technologies involved in the study of DNA methylation, before exploring the application of these techniques in the study of infectious diseases and cancer. Revealing all of this information is my guest Chloé Goldsmith, Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Canberra University, whose research focuses on DNA methylation, Hepatitis B Virus and the link between lifestyle and the epigenome. Chloé explains the strengths and weaknesses of the different techniques used to explore DNA methylation and highlights the advances in long-read sequencing that are dramatically improving this aspect of epigenomic research. Chloé also discusses some of the most interesting insights that she has gained by taking a single-cell and single-molecule approach to her research and highlights some of the recent findings in the field that have caught her attention and broadened our understanding of epigenetics in disease. Listen

In this episode, supported by Roche, we explore a vital aspect of many next-generation sequencing studies: target enrichment. Here, regions of interest are selectively amplified before sequencing takes place. More specifically we examine some of the new technologies improving this key step and their impact on oncology research. My guest for this episode is Brian Godwin, Director of Reagent and Assay Development at Roche sequencing. Brian reveals the myriad of ways that poor target enrichment can impact a study while highlighting its importance at the foundations of many research efforts. Discover the key limitations of some target enrichment techniques and the new technologies that are improving this step, leading to a new suite of applications in oncology research, where damaged or degraded DNA samples are common. Listen today for an overview of the target enrichment process, the most exciting applications of this technique future potential of this step. Contents:Intro: 00:00-01:30Why conduct target enri

In this episode, we roam the world of recombinant proteins and their production, discussing the challenges of their production, and recent evolutions in protein engineering that have brought the field into a golden era of innovation. I'm joined by recombinant protein engineering expert Yuning Chen, R&D Manager at Sino Biological, who discusses the key applications of recombinant proteins, the aspects of certain products that make them difficult to produce and how these difficulties can be overcome.  Yuning also reveals how the manipulation of antibodies has been essential to multiple aspects of our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. After a review of the recent evolutions in protein engineering, from cell-free systems to automation, Yuning describes his vision for the future of the field and reveals his support for the Terminator-style uprising that he believes could revolutionize it. ContentsThe production of recombinant proteins: 00:48-02:11 The key applications of recombinant proteins: 02:1

Analysis of nitrosamine impurities: an interview with Javier Jimenez-Villarin by Future Science Group

PCR has evolved rapidly over the last few years, an evolution that has been dramatically accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. New technologies and approaches have been brought to the fore and the full range of applications for which this technique can be applied have been highlighted, from diagnostics to basic disease research and immunology. This episode explores this evolution, looking at how challenges presented by the pandemic forced the hand of researchers to think outside the box and build on lesser-known PCR technologies. Here, Eddy van Collenburg, Market Development Specialist at Bio-Rad, provides his insight into how ddPCR rose to prevalence during this time and explains how the technology is being used to enable trade, detect new variants and is being used outside of the pandemic. Discover the key role that ddPCR can play in gene therapy research, liquid biopsies, cancer research, single-cell studies and more, in this fascinating overview of the development of PCR and where the technique ca

Data Completeness: a podcast with Dan Drozd by Future Science Group