Re: [DIYbio] DIYbio projects

On Fri, May 25, 2012 at 9:26 PM, Fernando Lindenberg
<ff.lindenberg@gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi guys, I have some questions.
>
> 1. Is it possible to get Biobricks from the Registry of Standard parts to
> use in a DIYbio lab?

I thought only iGem teams got biobrick kits. You can get their text
sequences, and order the DNA online though.

> 2. On lab reagents label it always says "Only for research use", using it at
> home or at a community lab would be a research use?

That's a disclaimer saying its not been prepared in a fashion
warranting approval for human or (medical) diagnostic purposes. This
can range from the type of containers reactions are performed in
(aluminum is out for human end-use) to strictness which the produce
documents their operation. Research grade means its AT LEAST good
enough for chemical reactions, Diagnostic grade means its AT LEAST
good enough for determining human medical health information,
Pharmaceutical grade means its AT LEAST good enough for a human to
eat.


> 3. Are there any rules for doing DIYbio?

Obey zoning laws, pay taxes when due, don't do an experiment unless
you're 99% sure it won't harm yourself, your neighbors, or the natural
environment.

>
> Sorry if these topics have been covered.
>
> Thanks =)
>
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