MiniOne® Systems produces molecular biology equipment and labs designed specifically for biology classrooms – an educational line of compact, affordable, classroom-safe versions of the Embi Tec technology you know and trust. The electrophoresis and thermocycler have been called “revolutionary” and “game-changing” by educators world wide, and have made practical and relevant molecular biology concepts accessible to students in classrooms from New York City to the jungles of Peru. By allowing students to get hands-on with every step of the lab process from pouring gels to watching DNA separate in real-time, this technology has freed up teachers’ time while giving students a true hands-on lab experience.
Visit their website to learn more about our classroom-friendly MiniOne Electrophoresis and PCR systems, inquiry-based MiniLabs, and biology lab essentials like micropipettes and centrifuges.
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The MiniOne Electrophoresis System
Teach an electrophoresis lab in 45 minutes Complete and visualize DNA separation in 20 minutes Hands-on labs engage students safely Economical to run Minimal prep work for teachers– students are able to prep, run, and clean up labs in one class period Now packaged in a convenient carrying and storage case
The MiniOne PCR System
Fast, Intuitive, and Accessible DNA amplified and ready to run in 45 minutes Affordable thermal cycler accommodating up to 16 samples Complete a lambda DNA amplification in 20 minutes Excite and engage students with intuitive app on mobile device to program and monitor a PCR protocol .
MiniOne MiniLabs
Our hands-on MiniLabs are a fun and engaging series of gel electrophoresis labs that take students from mastery of basic biotech skills through popular applications of electrophoresis in forensics, DNA fingerprinting, and human genetics, and finally to a challenging, real-world investigation of a foodborne outbreak. The entire series can be completed in a week or used throughout your curriculum to add an inquiry-based and visually engaging connection to modern biotechnology.
The Winston
Practice essential scientific techniques like dilution, pipetting, and calculating concentrations, in the classroom or @home. Easily take pictures with your phone for documentation and analysis.
Let it Glow™ Bacterial Transformation MiniLab
Reduce your prep and integrate technology to take the mess out of transformation with the Let it Glow™ Bacterial Transformation MiniLab. No mess, less stress – innovative pre-aliqoted reagents and pre-poured gloTray™ ensures reliable results and easier prep Hands-free heat shock protocol – all heating and cooling in your MiniOne PCR system From prep to result in two days View and document results on the Winston™ Fluorescence Reader
Micropipettes and Accessories
Variable volume micropipettes, micropipette tips, and microcentrifuge tubes. Variable volume micropipettes are: Durable and reliable adjustable volume micropipette Ergonomic design for comfortable operation Super affordable for educational use