In this lab activity, students learn to perform simple protein isolation procedures to isolate the protein fingerprint from various fresh tissues. They will compare the protein fingerprints of four different tissues to understand that the function of a particular organ is due to the proteins that are localised to the specific organ. Also included in this kit are four dried protein samples (from mouse liver, brain, heart and lungs) to compare as a control, if fresh tissues cannot be obtained.

• Manipulation of protein samples
• Protein molecules as the building blocks of life
• Protein electrophoresis for problem solving tasks
• Protein diversity across the animal kingdom

Also required: Protein electrophoresis equipment.