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Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Biology
  • Analytical Chemistry

Background:

  • Capillary electrophoresis (CE) is a powerful technique for separating molecules.
  • Detecting microbial contaminants is crucial in various scientific fields.
  • Educational laboratory classes need to be engaging, cost-effective, and scalable.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a laboratory class focused on microbial contaminant detection using CE.
  • To create an accessible and scalable educational module for DNA fragment analysis.
  • To demonstrate the application of CE in identifying specific microbial contaminants.

Main Methods:

  • A 6-hour laboratory class protocol was designed.
  • The class utilizes capillary electrophoresis (CE) for DNA fragment analysis.
  • The protocol involves detecting three specific microbial contaminants.

Main Results:

  • The laboratory class was successfully developed and evaluated.
  • The CE-based method proved effective in detecting microbial contaminants.
  • The protocol is adaptable for class sizes up to 188 students.
  • The exercise can be completed within a shorter timeframe if needed.

Conclusions:

  • The developed laboratory class provides an effective and economical way to teach CE-based microbial contaminant detection.
  • This educational module is suitable for various academic levels and can be scaled.
  • The use of standard reagents and equipment makes the protocol widely applicable.