Webinar overview
Nucleic acid agarose gel electrophoresis is a fundamental technique in molecular biology, boasting a rich history of advancements and innovations spanning over half a century. This technique plays a crucial role in various workflows, including basic analysis, sequencing library preparation, and fragment purification. Nevertheless, the wide range of applications for nucleic acid separation brings with it the risk of errors, mistakes, and mishaps that have the potential to diminish the quality of the ultimate outcomes. Join our seminar as we delve into the most common causes of poor outcomes and unveil innovative solutions to enhance your electrophoresis workflow.
Learning objectives:
- Essentials of agarose gel electrophoresis
- Troubleshooting your agarose gel electrophoresis
- Advances in pre-cast agarose gel electrophoresis and instrumentation
About the presenter:
Dr. Paulius Palaima is a Product Manager specializing in precast agarose gel electrophoresis at Thermo Fisher Scientific. His professional journey began with five years of research on human inherited peripheral neuropathies, which resulted in several publications. During this time, Dr. Palaima extensively utilized traditional agarose gel electrophoresis techniques, honing his expertise in genetic analysis. His educational background includes a PhD in Biotechnology and Biochemistry, with a focus on human molecular genetics and an MSc in Molecular and Cellular Biology. Outside of work, Dr. Palaima has a passion for photography and has participated in exhibitions at Lithuania’s National Art Gallery.
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