Electrophoresis is a technique that allows us to separate DNA, RNA or proteins into bands according to their size.

Electrophoresis is an easy, fun, exciting and safe activity to perform in the classroom. It is a widely used technique that is carried out in DNA fingerprinting, paternity testing, genetic testing and genetic engineering.

Edvotek® offers several diferent methods for visualizing the DNA separated by electrophoresis; fluorescent DNA stains and visible dye-based DNA stains.

Agarose gel electrophoresis is used to separate DNA fragements in complex mixtures according to their size. However, because DNA is clear and colorless, these bands cannot be seen with the naked eye.