There are some lab math calculations that almost all molecular biologists need to perform, and often on a regular basis. Make sure you never mess up a solution or miscalculate your DNA concentration again, with our handy lab math cheat sheet. Print it out and stick it on your bench.

Imagine having tube after tube of competent cells for your transformations, all (virtually) free of charge. The way to reach this nirvana is to make your own competent cells. Traditionally this can be a tricky feat, but the procedure laid out in this guide makes it simple and routine.