A completely automated sample preparation instrument and consumable device for isolation and purification of nucleic acids.

Molecular diagnostic analysis and life science studies are dependent on the ability to effectively prepare samples for analysis. We report the development of a system that enables robust sample preparation of nucleic acids. To enable completely automated sample preparation, a consumable cartridge and consumable module system were developed to emulate every step of the sample preparation process.

Expression of the DNA repair enzyme, photolyase, in developmental tissues and larvae, and in response to ambient UV-R in the Antarctic sea urchin Sterechinus neumayeri.

Gene expression of the DNA repair enzyme, photolyase (E.C. 4.