Foundations
4 ARTICLES
FOUNDATIONS
What Are Peptides?
A primer on short amino-acid sequences, how they differ from proteins, and why they are studied in laboratory research.
4 MIN READ
FOUNDATIONS
Understanding Purity Testing
How reverse-phase HPLC, mass spectrometry and related methods are used to verify the identity and purity of synthetic peptides.
5 MIN READ
FOUNDATIONS
Storage & Handling of Lyophilized Peptides
Best practice for shipment, reconstitution and long-term storage of laboratory peptide reagents.
3 MIN READ
FOUNDATIONS
How to Read a Certificate of Analysis
A walk-through of the fields that appear on a peptide COA and what each measurement actually verifies.
4 MIN READ