Behind the Scenes: The Making of VectaPlex™ Antibody Removal Kit
Creating a product that stands out and addresses the needs of scientists requires ingenuity, persistence, and a lot of testing; our new product, VectaPlex™ Antibody Removal Kit, is no exception. We sat down with Senior Scientist August Estabrook, PhD, to get an inside look into the birth and development of VectaPlex.
How to use VectaPlex™ Antibody Removal Kit
Multiplexing, a powerful technique that allows the visualization of multiple biomarkers within a single sample, has revolutionized the field by offering researchers valuable insights into the spatial context of complex cellular processes and interactions. By analyzing multiple targets in the same specimen, researchers can obtain a holistic view of their tissue while conserving precious sample. However, performing multiplex assays can be challenging. Cross reactivity between detection reagents can often limit reagent choices and circumventing this by directly labeling primary antibodies can lead to altered antibody function and loss of specificity. Thankfully, VectaPlex™ Antibody Removal Kit comes to the rescue, simplifying the multiplex workflow, preserving tissue integrity, and enabling multiple rounds of staining without reducing target availability.
The impact of STE(A)M mentorship: A glimpse from Newark Memorial High School’s visit to Vector Laboratories
Mentorship is crucial in cultivating the next generation of critical thinkers and innovators.
How to mount a coverslip on a slide
Correctly coverslipping your slides ensures that your tissue specimens are preserved for optimal imaging and viewing. In this blog post, we will walk you through how to properly coverslip your slides to protect your samples.
My staining didn’t work, part 2: Absence of positive staining in IHC and IF
One pain for IHC and IF staining can be the lack of positive staining on your tissue sections. In this blog post, we will offer tips and tricks for overcoming the absence of positive staining in IHC and IF.
How to protect your tissue from photobleaching
This blog post will walk you through strategies in four different categories to protect your immunofluorescent tissue section from photobleaching.
A behind-the-scenes look at the development of Glysite Scout
Glysite Scout Glycan Screening Kits, Immunofluorescence is the newest product from Vector Laboratories. We sat down with Senior Scientist August Estabrook to learn more about the development of this brand-new product.
How to use Glysite Scout Glycan Screening Kits
This how-to blog post will show you how to use the GlysiteTM Scout Glycan Screening Kit—regardless of which fluorophore your kit comes with. The post will walk you through everything from how to prepare and stain your slides through mounting your finished result.
A time for celebration at Vector Laboratories
For the first time in 2022, all employees—remote and in-office—gathered at the new home for Vector Laboratories to celebrate our relocation and our accomplishments so far in 2022.
Company veteran: A day in the life of a research director at Vector Laboratories
Erika Leonard, Director of R&D, has been with Vector Laboratories for almost 30 years. We sat down to discuss her time at the company and the various roles she’s taken on.