Abstract: Exemplary embodiments include a sample collection device having a tube with an inner seal producing a sequestered lower compartment. In certain embodiments, the sequestered compartment may have a stabilizing reagent. The device may also have a cap suited towards the sample type being stored in the tube. In some cases, the cap may pierce the inner seal to allow a liquid sample to mix with the stabilizing reagent. In the case of liquid samples, a funnel may be used to aid in the deposition of the sample. In other cases, a swab or similar collection tool can be inserted into the tube, piercing the inner seal, and the cap will retain the swab in the cap. The device can be used for the collection of saliva, swab, or other samples at home without clinical supervision. The samples can be transported and stored for further analysis of the sample for DNA, RNA, or other biological components.

Abstract: Solutions, reagents, and methods for nucleic acid purification. In certain aspects, cationic surfactant and, optionally, an anionic surfactant solutions are provided which can be used for phase separation and capture of nucleic acids, such as plasmid or genomic DNA, to a solid phase carrier, such as a mineral matrix.

Abstract: Solutions, reagents, and methods for nucleic acid purification. In certain aspects, cationic surfactant and, optionally, an anionic surfactant solutions are provided which can be used for phase separation and capture of nucleic acids, such as plasmid or genomic DNA, to a solid phase carrier, such as a mineral matrix.

Abstract: Solutions, reagents, and methods for nucleic acid purification. In certain aspects, cationic surfactant and, optionally, an anionic surfactant solutions are provided which can be used for phase separation and capture of nucleic acids, such as plasmid or genomic DNA, to a solid phase carrier, such as a mineral matrix.

Abstract: Apparatuses, kits, and methods for portable sample disruption (e.g., for encouraging cell lysis).

Abstract: Apparatuses, kits, and methods for portable sample disruption (e.g., for encouraging cell lysis).

Abstract: Solutions, reagents, and methods for nucleic acid purification. In certain aspects, cationic surfactant and, optionally, an anionic surfactant solutions are provided which can be used for phase separation and capture of nucleic acids, such as plasmid or genomic DNA, to a solid phase carrier, such as a mineral matrix.

Abstract: Apparatuses, kits, and methods for portable sample disruption (e.g., for encouraging cell lysis).

Abstract: Apparatuses, kits, and methods for portable sample disruption (e.g., for encouraging cell lysis).