Southern blot

a method of detecting a particular DNA sequence in a mixture of DNA molecules. It involves separating the DNAs with gel electrophoresis, blotting the separated DNAs onto nitrocellulose, then using a labeled DNA or RNA probe to hybridize with and highlight the DNA sequence of interest. Compare Northern blot; Western blot. [developed in the 1970s by Edwin Southern (1938– ), British biochemist]

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February 17th 2025

speculation

1. conjectural thinking that is not necessarily supported by scientifically determined evidence.

2. a loosely supported theory or explanation. —speculative adj.