Last Minute Lecture

Genome Structure, Epigenetics, and Gene Regulation in Plants | Chapter 2 of Plant Physiology and Development Chapter 2 of Plant Physiology and Development provides a comprehensive exploration of genome structure, epigenetic regulation, and the molecular processes that shape plant phenotypes. This chapter examines how DNA organization, chromatin modifications, transcriptional control, and posttranscriptional mechanisms collectively regulate gene expression. It also introduces the evolutionary dynamics of plant genomes, including polyploidy, transposons, and cytoplasmic inheritance, while highlighting modern genetic tools used to study plant biology. To support your learning, watch the full Last Minute Lecture summary below. Watch the full chapter breakdown here: How Genome Structure Influences Plant Phenotypes Plant traits are determined not only by DNA sequences but also by epigenetic modifications and environmental factors. The chapter highlights three major contributors to...

Biotechnology & Synthetic Biology | Chapter 12 of Brock Biology of Microorganisms Welcome to Last Minute Lecture . This post summarizes Chapter 12 of Brock Biology of Microorganisms , which introduces the powerful world of microbial biotechnology and synthetic biology. Discover how scientists manipulate microbial DNA to create everything from recombinant proteins and vaccines to synthetic genomes and gene drives. 🎥 Watch the full podcast summary here: This chapter is critical for understanding modern molecular biology, genetic engineering, and synthetic biology applications in medicine, agriculture, and energy. Core Tools of Genetic Engineering PCR amplifies DNA exponentially Gel electrophoresis separates DNA/RNA by size Nucleic acid hybridization detects specific sequences Molecular cloning inserts DNA into vectors Restriction enzymes and ligases enable splicing Recombineering : homologous recombination editing Common hosts: E. coli, B. subt...

DNA Tools and Biotechnology — Gene Editing, PCR, and Genetic Engineering Explained | Chapter 20 of Campbell Biology Welcome to Last Minute Lecture! This post explores the groundbreaking tools and techniques of DNA technology and biotechnology, as detailed in Chapter 20 of Campbell Biology . Discover how scientists manipulate and analyze genetic material through methods like CRISPR-Cas9, PCR, DNA sequencing, and gene cloning, and see how these advances impact medicine, agriculture, forensics, and more. Watch the full video summary below and subscribe for clear, chapter-by-chapter biotechnology insights! Introduction: Biotechnology in the Genomic Era Biotechnology harnesses the power of DNA tools to understand, edit, and apply genetics in practical ways. These technologies have revolutionized science, enabling precise genetic modifications, rapid DNA analysis, and transformative medical and agricultural solutions. DNA Sequencing and Gene Cloning DNA Sequencing: Determi...