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Calibration-free In Vitro Quantification of Protein Homo-oligomerization Using Commercial Instrumentation and Free, Open Source Brightness Analysis Software

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Virtual protein quantification laboratory enhancing online teaching.

Gabriel Gerber Hornink¹, Manuel Joao Costa²

¹Biochemistry department, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Alfenas (UNIFAL-MG), Rua Gabriel Monteiro da Silva, Alfenas, Minas Gerais, 37130001, Brazil.

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Virtual laboratory simulations enhance practical classes for online or hybrid learning. This study introduces a biuret reaction and spectrometry method for protein quantification using the ProtVirt software.

Keywords:

protein quantification virtual laboratory visible light spectrography

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Area of Science:

Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Educational Technology

Background:

Virtual laboratory simulations are crucial for practical education, particularly in remote learning environments.
Traditional laboratory activities face challenges in online and hybrid settings.
Effective digital tools are needed to supplement hands-on learning experiences.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a virtual laboratory activity for protein quantification.
To enable students to perform experiments and analyze data using digital tools.
To integrate virtual lab simulations into pedagogical strategies for biochemistry education.

Main Methods:

Utilized the biuret reaction for protein quantification.
Employed visible light spectrometry for measuring protein concentration.
Developed and used the ProtVirt software for simulation and data analysis.

Main Results:

Students can execute protein quantification procedures virtually.
Absorbance values were obtained for subsequent calculations and discussions.
The ProtVirt software facilitated the simulation of experimental outcomes.

Conclusions:

Virtual simulations, like the one proposed, effectively support educational objectives for practical laboratory classes.
The biuret reaction and spectrometry simulation provide a viable alternative for protein quantification in digital learning.
ProtVirt software serves as a valuable tool for enhancing student engagement and understanding in virtual biochemistry labs.