How do Knockins Work?
In this article we compare and contrast several knock-in methodologies. So how do knock-ins work? Continue reading to find out!
View from the Bench
Mistakes and Lessons Learned Part 2: Fungal and Bacterial Contamination
What can I do if I accidentally left a plate of worms uncovered on my bench and now there is a spot of contamination?
Mistakes and Lessons Learned Part 1: Mistakes That Lead to Stress or Death
In this blog we will discuss ways worms may be stressed or killed unintentionally, such as being too rough or slow during worm transferring.
Zebrafish 101: A White Paper
In this white paper we will discuss the advantages and limitations of zebrafish and ask: is a zebrafish model right for my research?
C. elegans 101: A White Paper
In this whitepaper we discuss the advantages and limitations of C. elegans, and ask the question: is a C. elegans model right for my research?
How does Cre/loxP recombination work?
In this blog, we discuss the basics of the Cre/Lox technique which is used in conditionally controlling gene manipulation in zebrafish.
Why is temperature important for C. elegans?
In this article we discuss the effect temperature has on our favorite worms, and how we can exploit these effects when designing studies.
Considerations When Adding New Zebrafish Racks
Our zebrafish facility is getting a makeover, learn more about what this entails and the considerations of expanding our facility
Tips and Tricks for Successful Worm Picking
When working with C. elegans it is vital that you can deftly handle them. Worm picking, however, is a skill where practice makes perfect. At InVivo Biosystems, we have been working with C. elegans for more than 8 years, and our scientists will share some of their tips and tricks for worm picking in this article. Read on!
What is the new Split hygromycin method? How does it differ from MosSCI? How can we use it to help you?
In 2020 a new method of inserting transgenes into the genome of C, elegans was introduced to the field, and was quickly adopted by InVivo Biosystems. In this article we will discuss the new Split hygromycin method, how it differs from the traditional MosSCI method, and what benefits this new method has both for us in the InVivo Biosystems lab, and for our customers.