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-= Genetic modification =
-We're interested in doing genetic modification on micro-organisms at the London Hackspace. Checklist for GFP experiement:
-Freezer.
-	-20C or colder.
-	Temperature logger?
-Fridge?
-Autoclave.
-	Pressure cooker, electric hob and autoclave tape?
-Incubator.
-	Build or buy.
-Cleaning:
-	Bleach, gloves, paper towels, hand cleaning gel.
-Bunsen burner + fuel.
-Glassware, pipettes, tools.
-Ethanol.
-	Lots.
-To apply for a license we will probably first need:
-Written protocols for stuff, especially cleaning up.
-Disposal.
-Chemical.
-Sterilisation.
-Do we need incineration? Find a waste disposal company that will take biohazard material?
-Restriction enzymes.
-	At least two.
-	Pricey?
-GFP plasmid.
-Antibiotics.
-	Ampicillin.
-Initial e. coli culture.
-Growth medium/ broth.
-	LB.
-Plates.
-	Standard 10cm plates.
-	Agarose.
-Ice.
-C bath.
-Proper storage.
-Centrifuge
-	- bigger : hold
-Miniprep kit
-Maxiprep kit
-== Legal ==
-There are a number of things we have to do in order to set up a GM lab.
-The relevant regulations are [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2000/2831/pdfs/uksi_20002831_en.pdf The Genetically Modified Organisms (Contained Use) Regulations 2000] (PDF)
-Here is a summary of those regulations: [[Project:Biohacking/Genetic_modification/Regulations_2000_summary|GMO Regulations 2000 summary]]

Latest revision as of 18:26, 2 April 2015