[quote=Kriston]Ooooh! Val! How do you know how to isolate DNA, and can you teach me so I can use it with my kids?
That sounds like an absolutely AMAZING science experiment!!!
Hi everyone,
A few days ago, I mentioned that I was going to isolate DNA from fruit with my two sons. Two or three people wanted to try this with their kids and asked if I'd send a protocol.
I'm happy to report that we isolated DNA from fruit this afternoon. The procedure is fairly simple and is easily doable in a kitchen.
It requires some specialized materials, like a scale that measures to 0.1 g and pipettes, BUT...
I'd be happy to put most of what's required together and send a little kit to anyone who's interested and who will reimburse my costs (probably ~$10, no more). I'll write up an explanation about the procedure and step-by step instructions.
You would need to supply a few things, but most people have them around the house anyway (isopropyl alchol, dishwashing liquid, scissors, paper cups).
If you're interested, let me know and we can work out details.
I have a deadline on Friday at noon but will be able to write up the protocol afterwards.
Val
