How to repeat an operation on an atom selection for multiple times in PyMol?

Hi, I am trying to construct a multi-layer fibril structure from a single layer in PyMol by translating the layer along the fibril axis. For now, I am able to use the Translate command in PyMol...

02 March 2021 4,569 4 View

How can I find a Raman spectrum wavenumber corresponding to what compound?

I have several Raman spectra with very distinct peaks at certain wavenumbers, such as 277, 359, 466, 583, 623, 686, and 795cm-1. How can I identify them to what compound(s)? The RRUFF and others...

24 February 2021 363 3 View

Is there a suitable way to confine cell attachment area inside a multi-well plate?

Are there any types of cylindrical cell culture inserts that are designed to confine cell seeding area? Say, if I'm using a 12 well plate (3.5 cm^2/well), but only want to seed cells in the middle...

22 February 2021 7,127 4 View

NVT or NPT is preferable for gas adsorption simulation ?

Hi there, In order to perform molecule dynamic simulation on gas adsorption on substrate materials, NVT or NPT ensemble is preferable ? Thanks!

08 February 2021 173 1 View

How could I get the P-value from the mean, SEM, and n of different groups in the t-test?

How could I get the P-value from the mean, SEM, and n of different groups in the t-test without the original data? For detail, I would like to know the P-value between BMP-2: 50ng/ml group and the...

06 February 2021 6,539 4 View

Why are my western blot bands so distorted?

Hi guys I'm out of ideas here please help! I've never had consistent problem like this doing westerns before and I can't figure it out. The condition used: - First 4 lanes have 50ug protein in...

04 February 2021 2,297 3 View

Option "cutoff-scheme" not recognized by Gromacs 4.6.5?

Hi, I got the following error message while running parallelized simulations with OpenMP: OpenMP threads have been requested with cut-off scheme Group, but these are only supported with cut-off...

02 January 2021 4,564 5 View

What are the possible drawbacks of using miRNA sponge to enhance the specificity of gene expression?

I am searching for miRNA repeats put between WPRE and 3'LTR of my lentivirus, in order to enhance the specificity of transgene expression in human neuron cells. But if clinically translation of...

26 December 2020 9,921 2 View

Can I use gelatin to pre-coat the plate for HepG2?

I am working with HepG2 cells, and I want to pre-coat my flask/plate to keep the cells in single layer. Can I use gelatin to coat the dish or I need to use collagen? I was wondering if any of you...

15 December 2020 5,599 3 View

Can Apparent Activation Energy determine Conversion Rate in a catalysis reaction?

Recently, I got a concept that is contrary to my understanding from two papers. It can be described as follows, in brief: There are two catalysts for the same reaction, on the catalyst with higher...

09 December 2020 2,406 28 View

How optimize the Size Exclusion Chromatography?

Hello! I'll do a size exclusion chromatography, but I only have an open column, and I'll perform the peptide extraction from yeast, using buffer lysis (sodium phosphate 50 mM/NaCl 30 mM/DNAse and...

01 March 2021 2,215 2 View

Does any one can help me choose a reasonable basis set for intermediate metal ions interactions with guanine (i.e Fe2+, Mn2+, Cu2+ and exc.)?

Hello every body Does any one has any idea to help me choose a reasonable basis set for intermediate metal ions (i.e Fe2+, Mn2+, Cu2+ and exc.) interactions with guanine or other DNA organic...

01 March 2021 6,187 2 View

Precipitate after adding laemmli buffer to protein solution containing Potassium Acetate?

Hi, I am running a size exclusion chromatography experiment with a buffer containing Potassium Acetate as a salt. I analyse these fractions through SDS-PAGE. After boiling my SEC fractions in...

01 March 2021 2,622 3 View

For modelling epoxy-based matrices (in composites), which model in ABAQUS is the most suitable, Concrete damaged plasticity or Drucker-Prager model?

I am working on developing a micromechanical FE model for predicting kink-band formation in UD composites. To model matrix plasticity, which model, out of Concrete Damaged Plasticity and...

28 February 2021 5,415 1 View

How to dissolve cross-linked Amberlite IRC120 H, hydrogen form resin?

Hello all, I have used Amberlite IRC120 H, hydrogen form acidic cation-exchange resin for the ion-exchange of waterglass [sodium silicate solution -- 40% Sodium silicate (mol ratio > 3.2)...

21 February 2021 5,614 3 View

How to prepare electrolyte of NaClO4 salt for Na-ion battery? Any problem with this salt?

Hello, I am trying to make anode for Na-ion batteries. I have no experience with preparation of the electrolyte for any batteries. NaClO4 salt are available and I am planning to use EC:PC as...

21 February 2021 8,132 1 View

Why do we need to neutralize the charge of the system by adding ions before we proceed to energy minimization step in GROMACS ?

I am learning MD simulations using GROMACS and while I was doing a protein in water MD simulation a doubt raised. I was following the steps mentioned on the tutorials page and it said The system...

15 February 2021 5,514 4 View

Best protocol for immunogold using araldite resin ?

Hello, We perfom Tokuyasu method (ultrathin cryo sectionning) very often to make immunogold experiments. This time, we need to make a PLT technique with K4M or LR white resin. Our results were...

14 February 2021 4,959 1 View

How to improve the adhesion of epoxy coating on steel substrate? Which factor affects?

I am facing a problem regarding a de-adhesion problem with the coating. A brief description of my methodology is given below. I am using mild or Low Carbon steel as a substrate and I polish the...

14 February 2021 2,167 4 View

Does any one have experience with Autoclavable cell culture media (RPMI 1640/DMEM)? Does it work well?

12 February 2021 2,958 1 View