Description
The spread of antibiotic resistance is one of the great public health challenges of our times.
In this lab, students explore how antibiotic resistance works at the molecular level. The hands-on activity reveals molecular targets of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance genes. Using a cell-free system with fluorescent readouts, students can witness the effect of antibiotics on bacterial protein synthesis. This laboratory exercise promotes the detailed understanding of antibiotic mechanisms and bacterial resistance.
Product Features
- Kit provides enough materials for 8 lab groups
- A P51™ Molecular Fluorescence Viewer (item #216321) or a blue light transilluminator with an orange filter is needed but not included
- Time required: 30 to 45 minutes during one class period, followed by observation of the results 8 to 72 hours later
Note: These reagents require refrigerated storage. BioBits® pellets are best used within 3 months of receipt when stored at 4° C and are stable for 6 months when stored in the freezer.