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Starting a new research laboratory can be a daunting task, with countless details to manage and equipment to purchase. We're here to make it simpler and more affordable for you. Welcome to Stellar Sci … read more

Why Choose Precast Polyacrylamide Gels for Electrophoresis in Proteomics Research?In the fast-paced world of proteomics and biotech research, time is of the essence. Whether you're a seasoned res … read more

When it comes to managing laboratory samples efficiently, the right lab freezer racks can make all the difference. But how do you choose the best racks for your specific needs, especially when many … read more

Importance of Precise Measurement in Life ScienceGraduated cylinders are one of the most common types of glassware used for measurement, second only to the pipette.They are not the most accurate measu … read more

The History of the Name and their Role in Modern SpectrophotometryThe word “cuvette” is derived from the French word “cuve”, or large vessel. Essentially, the word is the diminutive form of “cuve”, me … read more

Background and Introduction to Small Molecule AdsorptionIn molecular biology, many of the molecules of interest exist only in picogram amounts within the cell. Collecting enough protein and DNA for te … read more

Our Handy Guide for Research that Relies on Blood Results  It has happened to all of us at some point. You’ve been working on one project for a while, and there’s a question you can’t answer … read more

Background on Blood Collection  Blood collection is such an elementary concept from an outside perspective that sometimes a researcher doesn’t know how to react once it becomes a necessity.L … read more

Pros and Cons of Each and Why You Should Care  It’s no secret that adherent cells are more difficult to work with than suspension cells, but are they really just fussy?Pictured above; 25cm l … read more

An Overview of Strengths and Challenges  Erlenmeyer flasks and beakers are classic pieces of laboratory equipment that most of us have tried taking for granted now.If you are in the market f … read more

Shopping Online Doesn't have to be Scary  The biggest thing that sets science supplies apart from everyday household items are their high standards for accuracy and precision.A quick refresh … read more

The Hows and Whys of Large Scale Cell Culture Production  Brand new to large scale cell culture production? Read this article for a refresher on cell culture principles and discussion of the … read more

Scared to Shop Online for Science Supplies? Here's Why You Should ReconsiderAlthough we live in a digital era, shopping for science supplies online can be a daunting task for a lot of folks. That’s re … read more

Background and Chemical Properties  Barium Chloride is an inorganic salt that’s used commonly in industry as a water softener and as a test for sulfate ions.It has great flexibility as a rea … read more

Background and History  Gel Electrophoresis refers to the process of separating biological molecules by size within a gel matrix. Electrophoresis has been around for a very long time an … read more

Brief Overview of Chemical Properties  Barium Chloride is an inorganic salt that comes as a white crystalline powder. It’s used commonly in industry as a stabilizing agent for polymer creati … read more

Large volume centrifuges aren’t the staple piece of equipment that microcentrifuges are, but what if you need to spin a sample greater than 2 milliliters in volume?These machines are used for centrifu … read more

Background on Metal Contamination in Laboratory Plastics  Laboratory plastic may be misunderstood as a flawless, pristine form of the material, but that’s far from the truth. Plastics found … read more

Transwell systems are a novel way of creating dual surfaces in a culture to study cell migration and sidedness. They also provide an attractive way to co-culture cells and study interactions whil … read more

Brief Overview of use and Applications  Barium Chloride is an inorganic salt that comes as a white crystalline powder. It is probably best known as an additive in fireworks and a purifying a … read more

Popular Uses for 96-Well Plates, Demystified  Multiwell plates are gaining popularity outside of industry as biotechnology advances. For that reason, scientists who never planned on using hi … read more

The How and Why of Their Invention and What to Look for  Petri dishes have a lengthy history as a lab essential. Prior to their invention in the late 1800’s, bacteriologists were using bell … read more

A Quick History and Underlying Principles  The UV-Vis Spectrophotometer was invented in the 1940s by Arnold Beckman as a means of detecting biochemical structures based on their ability … read more

Why it Makes Sense to be Choosy About Your Lab Accessories  Lab tools and accessories are some of the most difficult items to shop for because you have to keep up with differing demands and … read more