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🧬 What’s inside our Lambda DNA and Restriction Enzyme Pack?Everything you need to bring DNA digestion to life in the cla...
06/10/2026

🧬 What’s inside our Lambda DNA and Restriction Enzyme Pack?

Everything you need to bring DNA digestion to life in the classroom! 🔬

Each pack contains:
🧪 16 tubes of dried lambda DNA
🟡 16 empty yellow tubes for resuspending the DNA
🔵 16 tubes of BamHI restriction enzyme
🔴 16 tubes of EcoRI restriction enzyme
🟢 16 tubes of HindIII restriction enzyme

Designed for a class of 32 students working in pairs, this pack gives everyone the opportunity to get hands-on with molecular biology

Students can resuspend the lambda DNA, digest it with each of the three restriction enzymes, and then analyse the results using gel electrophoresis. They’ll see how each enzyme produces a different banding pattern, demonstrating how restriction enzymes recognise and cut DNA at specific restriction sites. 🧬

A fantastic practical activity for exploring DNA, restriction digestion and the principles behind molecular biology techniques

Want to find out more or place an order?

🌐 Visit our website: www.ncbe.reading.ac.uk/
📧 Email us: [email protected]

Tip: Always reseal the foil bag with the silica sachet if you are not using all the tubes at once, so the enzymes stay dry!

🧬 Explore the Power of Restriction Enzymes! See molecular biology in action with our Lambda DNA Electrophoresis Kit, usi...
21/05/2026

🧬 Explore the Power of Restriction Enzymes!

See molecular biology in action with our Lambda DNA Electrophoresis Kit, using lambda DNA and restriction enzymes to demonstrate how DNA can be cut into different fragment patterns and separated by gel electrophoresis.

In this gel image:

🔹 Lanes 2 & 6 – Undigested lambda DNA (the original DNA sample)
🔹 Lanes 3–5 – Lambda DNA digested with EcoRI, HindIII, and BamHI, producing different banding patterns depending on where each enzyme cuts the DNA

Why are the patterns different? Each restriction enzyme recognises a unique DNA sequence and cuts at specific locations, creating fragments of varying sizes. This clearly demonstrates the specificity of restriction enzymes and how scientists analyse DNA using electrophoresis.

A fantastic hands-on way to bring genetics and biotechnology to life in the classroom!
https://www.ncbe.reading.ac.uk/the-lambda-protocol/

A huge thank you to for welcoming our final year Food and Nutritional Sciences student ambassadors this week! Our stude...
14/05/2026

A huge thank you to for welcoming our final year Food and Nutritional Sciences student ambassadors this week!

Our students loved chatting with Food Technology pupils about studying Food Science and Nutrition at University of Reading, sharing their experiences of university life, and discussing the exciting range of careers available within the food industry. From product development and nutrition to sensory science and food innovation, there are so many pathways to explore!

We also had a special guest joining us in the photo — the cuddly red kite mascot CK from the Reading Ladies RFC ❤️ A fitting companion, as one of our ambassadors proudly plays for them!

It was fantastic to inspire the next generation of food scientists and nutritionists, thank you again for having us!

Yesterday we had a fantastic time running a science technician workshop at Leighton Park School, where we explored hands...
08/05/2026

Yesterday we had a fantastic time running a science technician workshop at Leighton Park School, where we explored hands-on DNA experiments and gel electrophoresis techniques with the science technicians from the local area.

The session focused on building confidence with practical molecular biology methods, from handling DNA samples to preparing and running agarose gels. It was great to see such enthusiasm and engagement throughout the workshop, with technicians sharing ideas and experiencing the experiments from both a student and technician's perspective.

Science technicians play a vital role in delivering inspiring, engaging, and effective practical science lessons, while providing invaluable support across the entire department. It was a real pleasure to contribute to their professional development in a small way. A huge thank you to everyone at Leighton Park School for the warm welcome, enthusiasm, and fantastic participation from everyone who attended.

✨ Celebrating our Scientists of the Future! ✨Yesterday, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting our annual Scientists of...
01/04/2026

✨ Celebrating our Scientists of the Future! ✨

Yesterday, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting our annual Scientists of the Future Day – and what an inspiring day it was!

Welcoming a fantastic group of Year 11 and 12 students from 10 different schools across the UK, the day was packed with hands-on science. From performing DNA electrophoresis and mastering micropipettes, to exploring chemical equilibria and diving into the science of flavour and nutrition, students truly experienced what it’s like to be a scientist.

Their enthusiasm, curiosity, and engagement made the day incredibly rewarding – and we’ve already received some brilliant feedback!

Now in its fourth year, this event continues to grow in popularity, with over 200 applications for just 30 places this year. It’s clear that the next generation of scientists is full of passion and potential, and we’re proud to play a small part in their journey.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the day possible and to the students who brought such energy and excitement to every session.

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