What are the differences between PCR and RT-PCR?

PCR For standard PCR, all you need is a DNA polymerase, magnesium, nucleotides, primers, the DNA template to be amplified and a thermocycler. The PCR mechanism is as simple as its purpose: 1) double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) is heat denatured, 2) primers align to the single DNA strands and 3) the primers are extended by DNA […]

How to Prevent Heatstroke During the Thai Summer

As the Thai Summer approaches, both citizens and travelers are at a higher risk of heatstroke. So what happens to your body when you suffer from heatstroke, and what are the ways in preventing it? Let’s take a closer look at the warning signs. What is heatstroke? The human body temperature is maintained within a […]