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Sharing our passion for science, one story at a time

NEBinspired is a science blog designed to share inspirational stories about trends in the life sciences, lab tips to help you save time, and life lessons to reflect on. Browse our collection of science stories, or filter to find a topic that you are passionate about. From groundbreaking discoveries to sustainable lab techniques and helpful online tools that will aid your experimental design, we have something for everyone. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for, not to worry – simply send us a message about topics you would like to see covered.

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Building Genes Faster and Cheaper with Decentralized Workflows

Posted on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 By Joanne Gibson, Ph.D., Illustrations by Tasha José

Read about a new decentralized workflow from NEB researchers that’s redefining how scientists synthesize genes. By combining data-optimized design with advanced assembly techniques, this approach delivers sequence-verified constructs in as little as four days—at a fraction of the traditional cost. With faster turnaround, higher fidelity, and fewer external dependencies, this workflow enables researchers to conduct complex gene synthesis projects more efficiently and at greater scale, supporting broader access to advanced synthetic biology methods.

Topic: What is Trending in Science

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Digital network of fibers in circuitboard

Unlocking the Power of DNA Repair Enzymes in Molecular Biology Workflows

Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 By

Ashley Luck, Ph.D., Illustrations by Tasha José

Learn how DNA modifications can serve as a springboard to develop molecular workflows, using our technical recommendations and resources.

Topic: Tips for the lab

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Hand with needle repairing hole in sweater

Advancing DNA Barcoding at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2025 By Andrew Barry, Illustration by Tasha José

Metabarcoding can take a panoramic view of biodiversity from complex environmental DNA samples and accurately inform us about individual species. Learn how Nattanon Meeprom, Ph.D., surmounted sample challenges to accelerate data collection as part of a research team evaluating Saudi Arabian ecosystems.

Topic: Environment and social responsibility, Tips for the lab

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Sharaan Nature Reserve. Photo courtesy of Nattanon (Bom) Meeprom, Ph.D.

Design, Assemble and Express with Confidence: Enabling High-throughput DNA Assembly and Protein Expression Workflows

Posted on Monday, August 25, 2025 By

Iris Martinez, Illustrations by Tasha José

Cell-free protein synthesis (CFPS) can permit workflow time savings and high throughput, while avoiding several limitations associated with in vivo protein expression systems. Learn more about how you can go from design to protein purification in less time with more throughout in this blog post.

Topic: Tips for the lab

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Speed light streaks in green, orange and blue

mRNA Synthesis Democratized with Open-source Approach by BASE Facility Researchers

Posted on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 By Lydia Morrison, M.S., Illustrations by Tasha José

In this blog post, New England Biolabs Sales Manager of Australia & New Zealand, Jenny Brown, interviews Timothy Mercer, Professor at the University of Queensland and Director of the BASE facility and Seth Cheetham, Associate Professor at the University of Queensland and Deputy Director of the BASE facility. The two recently published a novel protocol for mRNA synthesis in Nature Protocols utilizing standard laboratory techniques and equipment to produce high-purity mRNA suitable for in vitro and in vivo preclinical studies.   

Topic: What is Trending in Science

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BASE mRNA Facility sign and laboratory

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