Shuntaro Nakamura

Research Skills and Techniques

• Aseptic Technique: Maintained sterile conditions during sample preparation to prevent contamination and ensure accurate results
• DNA Isolation: Extracted high-quality DNA from biological samples, optimizing protocols for efficiency and purity
• PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction): Amplified specific DNA sequences with precision, troubleshooting and refining reaction conditions as needed
• Primer Design: Designed and optimized primers for PCR experiments, ensuring specificity and amplification efficiency

• Gel Electrophoresis: Conducted electrophoresis to verify DNA amplification and evaluate fragment size and purity
• Gel Imaging: Utilized imaging systems to document and analyze electrophoresis results for downstream interpretation
• Quantification of DNA/RNA: Measured nucleic acid concentration and purity using spectrophotometry and other analytical tools
• Gene Expression Analysis: Contributed to experimental workflows examining gene expression patterns, linking results to biological phenomena