Using DNA as a Molecular Ruler (IMAGE)

California Institute of Technology

Using DNA as a Molecular Ruler

Caption

Caltech researchers used DNA as a "molecular ruler" to determine the ideal length to link two virus-binding parts, or Fabs, of antibodies. They also experimented with different mixes of Fabs -- either two of the same or two different.

Credit

Rachel Galimidi

Usage Restrictions

None

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.