Biotechniques: the International Journal of Life Science Methods

Biotechniques: the International Journal of Life Science Methods is a peer-reviewed journal that is available both in print and online, catering to researchers in molecular biology and biochemistry. The journal focuses on articles and reviews that discuss various techniques used in the field and is frequently referenced in other professional publications. It is included in prominent directories like Ulrich's and indexed in platforms such as Web of Science. The journal operates on an open access model and is funded through advertising. Published by Informa, it was founded in 1983 by Eaton Associates, which Informa later acquired in 2001.

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Fluorescent Probe for Visualizing Cancer Cell Dynamics

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Annie Coulson

A fluorescent probe for visualizing the signaling dynamics in metastatic cancer cells has been developed. A research team at the University of Turku (Finland), led by Johanna Ivaska and James Conway, has developed a novel fluorescent probe for visualizing signaling dynamics in invading breast cancer cells. This tool uncovered new therapeutic possibilities for limiting breast cancer spread and increased understanding of cancer cell invasion, which could extend to other solid tumors.
Lab automation and how it can expedite liquid handling

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

How can we harness automation in the lab to save time, money and resources? We spoke with Gerd Grosshauser (left) – the Formulatrix (Dubai, UAE) European Sales Manager for their liquid-handling products – at ELRIG Research and Innovation (10–11 March 2025; London, UK) to find out. As a lab technician and then a bench scientist in various biotech companies, much of Gerd’s early career was focused on utilizing and developing instruments for molecular biology applications.
The biotech bi-weekly: collaborations to advance disease research, drug discovery and spatial biology workflows

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

Catch up on the latest biotech industry partnerships, publications and personnel appointments with this edition of the biotech bi-weekly. Here, we highlight collaborations that are advancing disease research, drug discovery and spatial biology workflows, as well as the expert appointments contributing to innovation and commercialization in the biotech space.
Coming to a consensus: the development of a new mRNA vaccine

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

Original story from the University of Pittsburgh (PA, USA). New mRNA vaccine is more effective and less costly to develop. A new type of mRNA vaccine is more scalable and adaptable to continuously evolving viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 and H5N1, according to a study by researchers at University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health and the Pennsylvania State University (PA, USA).
The signals underlying the spatial: key techniques evolving cancer research

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

Shiva Malek (left) is the Global Head of Oncology Disease Area at Novartis BioMedical Research (MA, USA), where she leads oncology drug discovery, from target discovery and validation, to lead optimization and translational research.
eBook | Lab essentials: Spatial biology

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Annie Coulson

Spatial biology offers unprecedented insights into the complex organization of cells and tissues within their native environments. By preserving and analyzing the spatial context of biological molecules, this field illuminates how cellular location and interactions influence function, development and disease progression.
New blood-based method for detecting rare diseases

3 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

A single, untargeted proteomics test for rare genetic diseases has been developed. A research team from the University of Melbourne (Australia) and Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (Victoria, Australia) has developed a blood test for rapidly diagnosing rare genetic diseases in infants and children. This unique test sequences proteins, rather than the genes themselves, offering insights into how changes in gene sequence can affect a protein’s function and lead to disease.
Protein interaction underlying healthy brain development revealed

4 weeks ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

Original story from the Salk Institute (CA, USA). Researchers capture first-of-its-kind video of dynein–Lis1 protein interaction, supporting future drug development for neurological disorders. Our cells rely on microscopic highways and specialized protein vehicles to move everything – from positioning organelles, to carting protein instructions, to disposing of cellular garbage.
Meet the judges | BioTechniques Image Competition 2025

1 month ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

We are excited to announce our judging panel for the 2025 Image Competition. After our submission window has closed, your images and supporting information will be sent to our judges. They will score each image based on scientific impact, image quality and wow factor, narrowing the pool of images down to the ten highest scorers. Then, we hand over to you; a public vote will follow, allowing you to choose which image is your favorite.
Perfect bloom's chaotic secret: stochastic expression underlying flower growth

1 month ago | biotechniques.com | Beatrice Bowlby

Original story from Cornell University (NY, USA). Random gene expression underlying flower growth has been revealed. Flowers grow stems, leaves and petals in a perfect pattern again and again. A new Cornell University study shows that even in this precise, patterned formation in plants, gene activity inside individual cells is far more chaotic than it appears from the outside.