Abstract: Disclosed are methods for introducing nucleic acid constructs called “landing pads” in plant genes for the insertion of transgenes, and methods for introducing the transgenes into the landing pads. Transgenic plants and plant parts produced by the methods, and seeds derived from the plants, are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for size fractionating nucleic acid molecules, using glass fiber filtration columns are described. The methods are useful in many downstream applications including array-based comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH), PCR-based sequencing, somatic genotypic with polymorphic markers, etc.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods and kits for collecting DNA from nucleic acid capture materials such as polymeric membranes at low ionic strength. The methods and kits can be used to obtain DNA for use in subsequent procedures, such as amplification and labeling reactions while reducing the co-purification of contaminants.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods and kits for collecting different biopolymers from a single sample, such as RNA and genomic DNA. The methods and kits can be used for generating targets for array-based assays such as gene expression assays and comparative genome hybridization assays which can be performed in parallel on the same or different arrays.

Abstract: Devices and methods for isolating nucleic acid are disclosed herein. In particular, the isolation of total cellular RNA is discussed. Additionally, devices and methods for reducing genomic DNA in a biological sample without introducing harmful contaminants, and without significantly increasing the time required for the overall procedure being performed on a sample are presented.

Abstract: This invention relates to devices, systems, methods, and kits for collecting subcellular components from a biological sample. In one aspect, invention pertains to the isolation of total cellular RNA from a biological material, such as plant tissue.

Abstract: Devices and methods for isolating nucleic acid are disclosed herein. In particular, the isolation of total cellular RNA is discussed. Additionally, devices and methods for reducing genomic DNA in a biological sample without introducing harmful contaminants, and without significantly increasing the time required for the overall procedure being performed on a sample are presented.

Abstract: The present invention relates to modified tetracycline-inducible cassettes for controlling gene expression in organisms, particularly plants. Specifically, the invention provides novel tetracycline repressor and operator cassettes. The invention preferably provides a tetracycline-inducible expression cassette comprising both the tetracycline repressor and operator cassettes of the present invention wherein the repressor and operator cassettes are located on a single plasmid and/or vector. Also provided is a method of producing herbicide resistant plants using the modified tetracycline inducible cassettes of the present invention to control the expression of a herbicide resistance gene. Moreover, a method for identifying novel tetracycline analogs and/or functional equivalents using the modified tetracycline inducible cassettes of the present invention is also presented.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for introducing nucleic acid constructs called “landing pads” in plant genes for the insertion of transgenes, and methods for introducing the transgenes into the landing pads. Transgenic plants and plant parts produced by the methods, and seeds derived from the plants, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for producing proteins in plants, particularly proteins that in their native state require the coordinate expression of a plurality of structural genes in order to become biologically active. The ultimate products typically possess therapeutic, diagnostic or industrial utility.

Abstract: The invention provides methods that make it possible to take advantage of various growth parameters of Arabidopsis in order to grow dense populations of the plant in controlled indoor environments for the purpose of harvesting the biomass and isolating proteins, particularly recombinant proteins suitably for pharmaceutical applications.

Abstract: A nuclear scaffold attachment region isolated from a tobacco gene, and a method of making recombinant cells having increased levels of expression of foreign genes therein, are described. The method comprises transforming the cell with a DNA construct comprising in the 5' to 3' direction, a transcription initiation region, a structural gene positioned downstream from the transcription initiation region and operatively associated therewith, and a scaffold attachment region of the nucleotide sequence provided herein, positioned either 5' to the transcription initiation region or 3' to the structural gene. DNA constructs and vectors employed in carrying out the foregoing method are also discussed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mouthrinse and methods of use providing improved antimicrobial activity and thereby reducing oral bacteria, mouth malodor and further promoting oral health.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mouthrinse and methods of use providing improved antimicrobial activity and thereby reducing oral bacteria, mouth malodor and further promoting oral health.