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The main features that we improved on this design of the Open PCR compared to the previous model was the portability and ease of | The main features that we improved on this design of the Open PCR compared to the previous model was the portability and ease of use. The old Open PCR required a power cord that needed to be plugged into the wall at all times during use. The new design eliminates that inconvenience as it runs on a rechargable battery. It can be cumbersome to find a power outlet, but now the Open PCR can be used in more convenient places. | ||
The old PCR also required a USB cable in order to send information to the computer and receive the input information on the program. The updated Open PCR is easier to connect to the computer since it does not need to be plugged in directly to the computer but instead connects via bluetooth. These two updates make the Open PCR portable and completely wireless. It is more convenient and easy to use compared to the old design of the PCR. | |||
We additionally made our new design of the Open PCR aesthetically pleasing, so it will be available in bright and exciting colors such as red, green and purple. | |||
'''Instructions'''<br> | '''Instructions'''<br> |
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OUR TEAMLAB 2 WRITE-UPThermal Cycler EngineeringOur re-design is based upon the Open PCR system originally designed by Josh Perfetto and Tito Jankowski.
Key Features The old PCR also required a USB cable in order to send information to the computer and receive the input information on the program. The updated Open PCR is easier to connect to the computer since it does not need to be plugged in directly to the computer but instead connects via bluetooth. These two updates make the Open PCR portable and completely wireless. It is more convenient and easy to use compared to the old design of the PCR. We additionally made our new design of the Open PCR aesthetically pleasing, so it will be available in bright and exciting colors such as red, green and purple. Instructions
ProtocolsMaterials
PCR Protocol
DNA Measurement Protocol Research and DevelopmentBackground on Disease Markers 1.) The amyloid Beta precursor protein for Alzheimer's - Alzheimer's disease is a form of dementia in which patients experience loss of memory , confusion, as well as other symptoms. The amyloid hypothesis states that Alzheimer's is caused by a buildup of the amyloid protein in the brain. This gene for amyloid Beta precursor protein therefore might reveal to doctors and scientist whether or not an individual will develop Alzheimer's. 2.) Ubiquitin-like Modifier-activating enzyme for Spinal muscular atrophy - Spinal muscular atrophy is a disease caused by a genetic mutation in the SMN1 gene. Individuals that have this disease exhibit various degrees of mobility impairment due to the widespread death of motor neurons. Primer Design 1.) Forward primer: CTTC[G]ACCT
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