Applied Biological Materials

Immune Rhythms: How IL-17 Supports a Healthy Metabolism Your fat tissue is more active than you think. A paper published in Nature recently has discovered that special immune cells called γδ T cells release a signal called IL-17 in a daily rhythm, helping the body create and store fat at the right times. This rhythm keeps your metabolism balanced, and disruptions to it can lead to problems like poor energy use and weight gain. Understanding how these immune signals work could lead to new ways to manage metabolic health and fight obesity. Read more: https://buff.ly/3Vcdtae

Lab Tips: How to Ensure Healthy Cell Development 📄 1️⃣ Be mindful of how long the cells are out of the incubator. Make sure to leave them in a sterile incubator and any media that will be used is aready at 37 °C, as temperature can affect cell adhesion and growth. 2️⃣ Check for Mycoplasma, a bacteria that can stop cell growth. Luckily, abm’s PCR Mycoplasma Detection Kit can detect 200+ mycoplasma species in only 2 hours. 3️⃣ Don't forget to split cells and remember the passage number! It is important to split cells before the plates are more than 80-85% confluent because otherwise they can stop growing. 4️⃣ Check for cell culture cross-contamination. Short tandem repeat (STR) profiling can be done to confirm the identity of a species based on the species’ own distinct STR segment. 🔗Check out our learning resources page on abm's website to learn more about cell culture techniques and troubleshooting: https://buff.ly/4fGTUPN #CellLines #Biotech #ResearchTools #BiomedicalScience #Product

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📢 Exclusive Scientist Feature: Meet Dr. Dorothea Alexander-Friedrich Our latest blog post features Dr. Dorothea Alexander, a leader in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Her research focuses on using mesenchymal stromal stem cells from cranial and jaw periosteal tissue to drive innovations in bone regeneration. We’re proud to bring you the Tag58 cell line (abm Cat. No. T0716)—the first immortalized human cranial periosteal cell line developed by Dr. Alexander’s lab. This groundbreaking tool is paving the way for advancements in bone biology and regenerative medicine. ✨ Check out the full blog post on our website: https://buff.ly/4i0fzUs #BoneRegeneration #BoneResearch #TissueEngineering #ScientistFeature #RegenerativeMedicine #Innovation #Collaboration

🔍 Science Today: Boost Your Eye Health with Pistachios! New research from The Journal of Nutrition has uncovered a surprising superpower of pistachios: they can significantly enhance your vision health! A 12 weeks study reveals that eating 2 ounces of pistachios daily significantly boosted macular pigment density, protecting eyes from blue light and age-related damage. Read more: https://buff.ly/4fJNSxs #Science #Biotech #Research #Article

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Meet Jonathan! 🌟 This month, we're thrilled to highlight Jonathan, a dedicated member of abm who has been with us since 2021 (and was previously a co-op back in 2019!) 🎓 Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from #SFU and brings his expertise to abm by producing recombinant viruses like Lentiviruses, Retroviruses, AAVs, and Adenoviruses. He’s a master of DNA transfections, virus purifications, viral vector packaging, and cell culture techniques. 🔬 Jonathan also oversees troubleshooting, production logistics, and quality control for our custom virus services. Outside of work, Jonathan’s weekends are packed with adventure—from mountain summits to rock climbing, off-roading, and snowboarding 🏔️ And here’s a fun fact: Jonathan has been playing the violin since the age of 3! Over the years, he’s expanded his musical repertoire, teaching himself guitar, bass, piano, and drums since high school 🎸🥁🎹 #EmployeeSpotlight #Scientist #Biotech #Biology #CompanyNews

🌟Unlocking the future of genetic research with abm's CRISPR Knockout Cell Lines! 🌟 Why CRISPR? CRISPR-Cas9 allows scientists to precisely target and edit specific sequences of DNA with great accuracy and efficiency. From functional genomics, disease modelling, to drug discovery, our ready-to-use CRISPR knockout cell lines simplify your experiments. Our team of experts handles everything from precise sgRNA vector design to rigorous validation, ensuring reliable results every time. We also offer Custom CRISPR Knockout Stable Cell Line Generation for tailored solutions. Fast-track your scientific research projects with abm and be at the forefront of genetic research with our CRISPR knockout cell lines! 🔗 https://buff.ly/3CAEjTh #CellLines #Biotech #ResearchTools #BiomedicalScience #Product

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What is cell transfection? Did you know that there are many considerations for a successful transfection experiment? Check our full video to find out 🙌 🔗 Link to our Youtube video: https://lnkd.in/ge39xS4P

✒️ Science Today 🔍 This study investigated high-potency cannabis (THC > 10%) and its effects on #DNA methylation in individuals with first-episode psychosis. The findings revealed distinct DNA changes linked to cannabis, separate from tobacco effects, and suggest that cannabis may disrupt mitochondrial function in the brain, potentially increasing the risk of psychosis. Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/3O3eOMX #Biotech #Science #GeneticScience #Research #Article