Biolistics particle delivery system

Made:
1992 in United States

Biolistics particle delivery system, also known as a 'gene gun' made by Bio-Rad Laboratories, USA, in 1992. Used for the genetic modification of plants, especially cereals, it uses helium gas to blast DNA-coated gold particles into cells in a petri dish.

Details

Category:
Biotechnology
Object Number:
2000-599
Materials:
metal and plastic
Measurements:
overall: 450 x 250 x 150 mm
type:
biolistics particle delivery system
credit:
Bio-Rad Laboratories