I put my DNA under the microscope and you can too 🔬 Easy DNA extraction

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  • @RoadRunnerMeep
    @RoadRunnerMeep 3 роки тому +779

    This is the type of Science I wanted to learn in school

    • @prasadborse2161
      @prasadborse2161 3 роки тому +22

      You have to take genetic engineering as a career

    • @deputydan2226
      @deputydan2226 3 роки тому +19

      Me too, now im grade 10 we are learning about gender 127

    • @devdootmondal7115
      @devdootmondal7115 3 роки тому +6

      Exactly you are right I am in class 11 now

    • @Krack2805
      @Krack2805 3 роки тому +3

      ​@Scott Pickering how is this "basic" science? because he made it seem easy using common materials?

    • @Krack2805
      @Krack2805 3 роки тому +3

      ​@Scott Pickering
      ​ @Scott Pickering
      in what reality? hopefully the one where actual scientific thinking applies
      what "basic science" do you figure out what is or is not dna in a pool of stuff? how do you know what breaks down proteins and cells to get at dna? how do you know how to separate dna from other things? can you explain the "basic" science to get at all of the information being presented for each step?
      So, since its "common materials" it's "basic"? regardless of how many non-"basic" sciences use common materials in a lot of their processes.
      "its looking at stuff through a microscope".... this is like saying "its looking at stuff using a calculator/computer" for rocket science....
      If you just "looked at stuff through a microscope", would you know what you are looking at at all?
      Keep in mind how he can't verify that these things are indeed dna or not, or if the clumping is from protein or not; he's making educated guesses based on "basic" science?
      Do you think "astrophysics or rocket science" can't have small inaccurate experiments like this that make things seem "basic" because it's not a "basic science"?
      How exactly do you define "basic" science, because I don't see a consistent approach being used here.

  • @willmcconnell6008
    @willmcconnell6008 4 роки тому +225

    It's likely an aggregate of supercoiled DNA, the 300nm loops I think would still be way too small. And if you recently ate something especially with starches, you might be seeing a lot of alpha-amylase proteins! We did some similar things in my Biotechnology lab.
    I think this a great activity btw, it's a really good basic example of DNA extraction without needing purification columns and lab grade detergents

    • @SystemUpdate310
      @SystemUpdate310 2 роки тому +7

      It could be condensed chromatin fibers, which is roughly 700 nm wide. That could be seen with a light microscope I think.

    • @tannukashyap8311
      @tannukashyap8311 2 роки тому +5

      why do we see alpha-amylase proteins after eating starch?

    • @willmcconnell6008
      @willmcconnell6008 2 роки тому +6

      @@tannukashyap8311 Looking back on this you wouldn't be able to actually see the proteins like that, too small. I think I was assuming there is an increase in alpha amylase enzyme production in your mouth during starch consumption to help increase digestion, but I don't actually know if that's true

    • @willmcconnell6008
      @willmcconnell6008 2 роки тому +3

      @@SystemUpdate310 I think it's possible to see 700nm in a light, and yes it is condensed chromatin fibers, heterochromatin is 700

    • @jackiegonzalez5789
      @jackiegonzalez5789 2 роки тому +5

      @@tannukashyap8311 they are enzymes used in the digestion of starch
      So if you eat a lot of starchy food, then your cells (Intestinal for this one in particular) would respond by synthesizing more alpha amylase enzymes
      To help in the digestion of it

  • @ilyryoga
    @ilyryoga 4 роки тому +219

    Amazing!!! I wish more people got interesested in content like this!!!!! Just fascinating, thank you very much

    • @oparaprince4586
      @oparaprince4586 3 роки тому +4

      Totally magnificent dear

    • @heywhatsup2359
      @heywhatsup2359 3 роки тому +1

      Exactly :)) people should show their more interest in science ...

    • @damontsekos365
      @damontsekos365 3 роки тому +2

      Najma Samantha...Microscopy, and amateur astronomy are the best hobbies anyone can get into!..It sure beats coin, and stamp collecting which I find to be dull, and boring!

    • @amonman1538
      @amonman1538 3 роки тому +3

      @@damontsekos365 hobbies are subjective. I find stamp and coin collecting boring as well but you can’t go around telling people what they should be more interested in

    • @Feeeeeeeeeeeesh_10
      @Feeeeeeeeeeeesh_10 3 роки тому +3

      People are suprised that I’m 11 and I like science and not stupid video games

  • @apoorvakumari6410
    @apoorvakumari6410 3 роки тому +66

    Such a genuine content .
    Not the cringe as other creator
    I wish this kind of proffesor are also present in pur college🌸🌸

    • @sudhan152
      @sudhan152 3 роки тому +2

      Hai Apoorva were is our college in India

    • @marcdemell5976
      @marcdemell5976 3 роки тому +1

      Academia has an agenda ,,,keep them dumb ,,,,not too dumb.Evil to the lying core.

  • @melanoficus
    @melanoficus 2 роки тому +9

    I am sure you can do fluorescence microscopy . You could use a DNA fluorochrome stain such as Acridine Orange to stain the DNA. Alternatives are natural DNA staining fluorochromes include Berberine (from Barberry - Berberis spp.), and extracts from Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus) which is a common plant in many parts of the world, and Plume Poppy (German = Federmohn) (Macleaya sp). You don't specifically need UV for this fluorescence, because most of these stains can be excited with Blue light and emit a yellow gold color.

  • @mra7860
    @mra7860 3 роки тому +14

    I am a young and new passionate science teacher! Glad I found your channel! I love learning the content you produce Sir

  • @elikopokopo6443
    @elikopokopo6443 4 роки тому +79

    The open source licensing s very honorable. Thank you very much!

  • @johnharvey4496
    @johnharvey4496 Місяць тому +1

    Must admit the title and thumbmail got me it - "look at my DNA under the microscope" and the head of Microbehunter - I'm thinking, wrong website/hub. But no, it's educational, what a surprise.

  • @ivan_romi
    @ivan_romi 3 роки тому +31

    Im learning a lot more with your videos than with my classes at the university. I've seen your gallery, it's fantastic, I use the pictures to compare what Im looking in the microscope. Your job is amazing

    • @Krack2805
      @Krack2805 3 роки тому +4

      point of classes at university is to give you the background to allow you to get to these types of things on your own, designing and figuring things out.
      just watching and learning specific things is mostly only beneficial for a particular job or task. it can be more motivating because its more interesting, but it should motivate you to learn the class stuff.

    • @SolidSiren
      @SolidSiren 2 роки тому

      Then you must not be paying attention in your university classes...

  • @ishitvvats2044
    @ishitvvats2044 4 роки тому +8

    you should've used eye drops as they have cellulase and amylase and starch would be destroyed, more chances of actually seeing DNA. although i think the micrographs you got at the end, the little beads on string are actually DNA. you madman Oliver I love you you did it

  • @pranavlahoti
    @pranavlahoti 3 роки тому +17

    Sir you could use lens cleaner as protease to degrade proteins (histone) that binds up dna and see in micro scope of high resolution you may get a better view of dna

  • @arnabisarkar1
    @arnabisarkar1 3 роки тому +3

    Sir in a very beautiful way you have shown DNA. It is really fascinating.

  • @toedancer1148
    @toedancer1148 3 роки тому +3

    I just downloaded a PDF on doing the banana activity. Going to do it with my grandchildren. It was great to see how all was done, Thanks

  • @TheRockMorton
    @TheRockMorton 3 роки тому +10

    Most excellent spit sample microscopy analysis. Whether or not we could see dna is compensated by impressive discussion of observed micro forms and structures. Bravo!

  • @prasadguruju9322
    @prasadguruju9322 3 роки тому +2

    I had experienced and did many experiments in the high equipped lab while doing my post graduation in microbiology discipline... !
    My researches included microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry,cell biology and molecular biology... !

    • @mikevanderman2727
      @mikevanderman2727 2 роки тому

      So you would say it is DNA that we are seeing?

    • @shrik393
      @shrik393 2 роки тому

      I study b SC biotechnology 1st year. In my practical we do Isolation of DNA from both plant and animal tissue. it's gave a best results.

  • @UNDERST0RY
    @UNDERST0RY 2 роки тому +1

    The wood also good in case any of the DNA happens to be vampiric.

  • @dejanmalcic9349
    @dejanmalcic9349 4 роки тому +14

    You have the best channel on microscopy, but you need more videos about vintage microscopes, vintage (and modern) staining methods, and diy staining (there's something on the internet, but I only believe in your recipes 😉).

  • @kusumpant3174
    @kusumpant3174 3 роки тому +1

    The sound when he spit out salty water was satisfying 🙏👍👍😂😂

  • @damontsekos365
    @damontsekos365 3 роки тому +3

    I tried it and it worked!...Thanks!

  • @Unknown-bt2yr
    @Unknown-bt2yr 4 роки тому +26

    Man, it's awesome. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

  • @kellyklaask7su990
    @kellyklaask7su990 4 роки тому +6

    I don't have my microscope yet. It will be here Wednesday. But I still find y our videos fascinating. I had no idea one could isolate DNA like this. I guess I better start saving up for my very own Scanning Electron Microscope. :)

  • @AbsoluteAbsurd
    @AbsoluteAbsurd 4 роки тому +53

    The laugh after “wood is good” XD i actually died

  • @saram2446
    @saram2446 5 місяців тому +2

    what kind of microscope is neccessary to really see the DNA?

  • @nicolaeionescu-kosa132
    @nicolaeionescu-kosa132 3 роки тому +2

    Great day for me to see DNA live. Thank you.

  • @atharva-upclosingnature2423
    @atharva-upclosingnature2423 4 роки тому +15

    O my God! that was such an amazing experiment oliver.....Thank u so much..

  • @eodia1027
    @eodia1027 3 роки тому +1

    You are an amazing person,
    This is my first video of your

  • @FawDot
    @FawDot 4 роки тому +18

    woah. That’s cool. Can’t wait for more content!

  • @johnhanna1840
    @johnhanna1840 3 роки тому +3

    I love your good vibes. TY for the teachings. Much love.

  • @harshalakshmi8336
    @harshalakshmi8336 3 роки тому +5

    I still wonder if my science teachers were this amazing ..I would have choosen science for rest of my life...
    Though with no regrets ... Being a commerce graduate...I still carry my interest for science experiments. 😀

    • @mikevanderman2727
      @mikevanderman2727 2 роки тому +2

      Not too late my friend, sit down, make plans and go for it, live while you are alive.

  • @anindyabhattacharya8793
    @anindyabhattacharya8793 3 роки тому +2

    It has a beads on string structure so probably is chromatin material.

  • @MielBrillant
    @MielBrillant 10 місяців тому

    I've done too at my school! Although the result was different from yours , but it made me really excited😍

  • @hitmusicworldwide
    @hitmusicworldwide Рік тому

    Dishwashing solution. A non ironic surficant dissolves away the fatty acid in the cell membrane and lets the contents spill out. Great for disinfecting also

  • @GioVanniDaThird
    @GioVanniDaThird 4 роки тому +5

    wow i was just asking myself where would i be able to find library of these mico friends .Thanks alot!

  • @luyenpham7475
    @luyenpham7475 2 місяці тому

    DNA reacts with diphenylamine based on the conversion of deoxyribose sugar in the DNA molecule (not in RNA), so when hydrolyzed at high temperature in an acidic environment to form hydroxylevulinyl aldehyde which reacts with diphenylamine to form a blue complex sustainable construction. So you can do this extra step to identify colored DNA when observed under a microscope and see :)

  • @MajeKiBaat-Hindi
    @MajeKiBaat-Hindi 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much sir for this great work.I was really excited to see DNA . Love from INDIA🇮🇳 ❤️🇮🇳

  • @maciejlewandowski7311
    @maciejlewandowski7311 3 роки тому +2

    I love the moment you pull your saliva from the measuring cup and call it a clump of DNA :D

  • @poojaart1050
    @poojaart1050 3 роки тому +5

    Awesome experiment sir 🙂.Thank you for sharing.

  • @par-th1
    @par-th1 4 роки тому +5

    Bro it's awesome and you are a good content creator

  • @instantthink7352
    @instantthink7352 3 роки тому +19

    I was thinking to do this experiment 🔥😎
    But when I told my father to bring some alcohol for me he was started to explaining me that how a man can get difficulties after taking alcohol and stuff😂😂😂😂
    (I didn't tell him that why i am demanding for it)😂😂😂

  • @Microbehunter
    @Microbehunter  3 роки тому +6

    Sign up for the Newsletter: www.microbehunter.com/newsletter-signup/
    Followup Video - Better DNA extraction: ua-cam.com/video/3qvm3w2zwgA/v-deo.html

  • @grantacademy4300
    @grantacademy4300 2 роки тому +3

    I know that the DNA, which is an acronym for De-oxy-ribo-Nucleic-Acid, is a double helix structure with some tiny steps and phosphate sugars on it but, I don't think I can actually see those things under my personal microscope. What is the name of the detergent you made use of? Is it Persil, Tide or Gain?? Or did you make use of any common detergent? I'll try this experiment once again and make sure I get the right viewing under the microscope. BTW, this video was amazing! Thanks for sharing.🎆🎆😁😁😊

  • @typicalarmadillo3238
    @typicalarmadillo3238 4 роки тому +16

    This is f ‘ing awesome holly crap

  • @patrumery5293
    @patrumery5293 4 роки тому +6

    Amazing as always. Thank you for all you do. This is my favorite video I have seen.

  • @mementovivere2
    @mementovivere2 2 роки тому

    Thank you for creating this image database!

  • @NanaKwame96
    @NanaKwame96 4 роки тому +4

    Incredible video! Seeing any amount of DNA under a light microscope of all things is far better than nothing at all. Thank you for the tip.
    However, can you go more into detail about this procedure? Never heard of this before and not too sure about the materials, for example if it is better to use 99% isopropyl alcohol or something much lower like 70%.
    Many Thanks again!

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  4 роки тому +7

      I have used 96% (about) ethyl alcohol. It works better when the alcohol is ice cold, but I did not cool it and it also worked. The DNA participation with alcohol is standard procedure in molecular biology. The alcohol reduces the polarity of the water to the extent that DNA can not be dissolved anymore. Normally one would collect the DNA by centrifugation after the addition of alcohol.

  • @roslinplays2616
    @roslinplays2616 3 роки тому +2

    Can you make a video of mushroom cells under a microscope?

  • @websurfer5772
    @websurfer5772 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for doing this video. I found it exceptionally engrossing. I appreciate learning how scientists make the "DNA" strands they can take out of the tube. I've always wondered about that. Bravo!! 👏

  • @jewel2647
    @jewel2647 4 роки тому +3

    Wow how smart... Is the rounds things cells

  • @parizaybehraam9813
    @parizaybehraam9813 3 роки тому +1

    I hope....I can find a teacher like you👏

  • @cricklicklers9382
    @cricklicklers9382 3 роки тому +4

    You are terrific! I love your presentation and the information you bring us. Two thumbs up!👍 👍

  • @tracywelsh3234
    @tracywelsh3234 2 роки тому

    I really enjoy seeing microbes. I am glad to have found your channel. Thank you!

  • @refad333
    @refad333 3 роки тому +1

    This is the real science .. Love it

  • @niramaygogate7904
    @niramaygogate7904 4 роки тому +25

    Hey, it's been about three months since you posted this video. Any updates? did you confirm it was DNA?

  • @dr.m634
    @dr.m634 4 роки тому +8

    Thanks for the upload...

  • @hennabyrg9053
    @hennabyrg9053 4 роки тому +2

    Wow 🤩 I like the colourful microscopic background stunning 😍 thank you for sharing

  • @tanmaygupta2373
    @tanmaygupta2373 4 роки тому +6

    Great video again
    Loved it!!

  • @pandanope7846
    @pandanope7846 4 роки тому +5

    How cool! Thank you for sharing!

  • @mjustsarifizu
    @mjustsarifizu 3 роки тому

    That sound effect the moment he spit the saltwater though 😏

  • @macb.43
    @macb.43 3 роки тому +1

    Perhaps a silly question. Shouldn't the utensils and equipment be sterile?

  • @reginacarroll8149
    @reginacarroll8149 Рік тому

    I had to do so much scrolling to find this video! Thank you!

  • @ciafoxyloxy
    @ciafoxyloxy 3 роки тому

    it would be great if you could include the magnification and ledger in the photos. very entertaining. TY

  • @riztuvpabondal2411
    @riztuvpabondal2411 4 роки тому +3

    Microbehunter you may use pipette, syringe, medicine dropper either 😊 .
    Nice video.

  • @InternDoc_
    @InternDoc_ 3 роки тому

    Why best channels are underrated?!

  • @rsaini1348
    @rsaini1348 3 роки тому +19

    Any INDIAN watching this🙌🙌🙋....😊☺

  • @enter.netinfinity6136
    @enter.netinfinity6136 3 роки тому +1

    Please make a video on how to match two dna

  • @salishaho3194
    @salishaho3194 2 роки тому

    Very interesting.
    Thank you.
    With good education everyone can be a doctor or related field.

  • @LearningCorridorBharathMS
    @LearningCorridorBharathMS 3 роки тому +1

    Ok. Here I see someone teaching microscope. Here I am. An enthusiast 🥸

  • @KnuNetzer
    @KnuNetzer 3 роки тому +1

    How do you know it is DNA and not bits of salt, washing up liquid, old food bits, saliva or water etc?

  • @snipercodm9290
    @snipercodm9290 3 роки тому

    i did it mr. oliver kim thk u
    helped on my project

  • @pimpmyride7278
    @pimpmyride7278 Рік тому

    I’m a cosmetology teacher and I have thoroughly enjoyed this. I want to find a microscope with proper lenses and magnification to view hair at its cellular level. I’d also like to be able to view things like hair color’s molecular structure. Any ideas on which strengths I may need?

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  Рік тому

      There are many options. You might want to have a look at my other channel for help: www.youtube.com/@microbehuntermicroscopy

  • @Elvisredbaron
    @Elvisredbaron 3 роки тому +1

    Just discovered the channel and subscribed. Very nice content!

  • @vpyukesh9056
    @vpyukesh9056 4 роки тому +2

    Sir plz show some solid elements powder or stuff like that in a microscope..

  • @wannabecarguy
    @wannabecarguy 3 роки тому +1

    I looked at my DNA today. It looks just like yours... Dad?

  • @sandplasma
    @sandplasma 4 роки тому +2

    I love your channel and hope to donate soon!

  • @crystalclear6032
    @crystalclear6032 3 роки тому

    Oooo i can believe that there are so genius UA-camrs like u ....this what i like to see ...i subscribed u i liked u..thank u sir

  • @sudhirpatel7620
    @sudhirpatel7620 3 роки тому +1

    I leant something new and feel good. 👍

  • @bellilly
    @bellilly 3 роки тому

    i heart you, microbehunter.

  • @MahmudNurK
    @MahmudNurK 4 роки тому +1

    every I see your video, I remembered Prof. Punshuk Wangdu from 3 idiots film

  • @Soundwrecker
    @Soundwrecker 4 роки тому +5

    Good one! Great topic. What kind of microscope are you fundraising for? I want to read the specs. :)

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  4 роки тому +5

      It's an Olympus BX53 with Planfluorite objectives (4x 10x 20x 40x 100x oil) and Differential Interference Contrast (DIC), which is expensive but produces very nice images. You need a separate prism for each objective and they need to be fit in into a condenser with a rotating turret. I obtained several offers, all similar in the price range, some even more expensive.

    • @danielle7760
      @danielle7760 3 роки тому

      @@Microbehunter OoO an Olympus! I hope to be able to donate too!

  • @ferterrazas1156
    @ferterrazas1156 3 роки тому +1

    Hello, I’m currently a freshman starting veterinary medicine and I’ve been looking for information on how “far” a microscope can let us observe. My question is, and I would appreciate if you help me answer it, could one observe the DNA of an animal thru the microscope? Other than bacteria and cells, what else can a microscope let us observe? Please and thank you.

  • @ALCHEMISTaspirant
    @ALCHEMISTaspirant 3 роки тому +2

    The video was interesting keep it up good work!

  • @rubeushagrid4131
    @rubeushagrid4131 3 роки тому

    That microscope needs steady hands and lots of patience. A high school grad doesn't have both 😂😂

  • @baptistedelplanque8859
    @baptistedelplanque8859 4 роки тому +29

    Just tried it, ended up with a white/gray goo that I tried to spread 'under' my inverted microscope.
    Think I need to first alter my dna to get a third hand to hold everything in place while I look at it 😂

  • @UGCshakinahstouch
    @UGCshakinahstouch 2 роки тому

    You need a sugar saluting to open up cells

  • @marcdemell5976
    @marcdemell5976 3 роки тому

    First time here ,excellent . Check a Mudfossil for DNA would be cool.

  • @klausdim
    @klausdim 2 роки тому

    😁 I really like the Microworld Archive idea! Which microscope and camera are you aiming for?

  • @woodworkerroyer8497
    @woodworkerroyer8497 3 роки тому +1

    Not only is the video cool, but the micrograph website is really cool!
    Could this be done with a cheap educational microscope? Like a normal 1000x compound scope?
    Keep in mind I know NOTHING about chemistry and little about DNA, but could this be mucus or something? It certainly acts like it, but I dont know.

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  3 роки тому +1

      The microscope must be good and I also used phase contrast. If the microscope has a proper condenser, then maybe yes.

  • @MinecraftwithPeeyush303
    @MinecraftwithPeeyush303 4 роки тому +3

    Great video!

  • @fyohox742
    @fyohox742 24 дні тому

    hypothesis: those strings/nets could as well be microtubules, or even recombining cell wall proteins. i do not trust alcohol to preserve long dna chains and certainly not bleach.
    maybe we should try this experiment by centrifuge

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  24 дні тому

      Alcohol does preserve DNA, Alcohol precipitation is the standard method for DNA isolation. Beach was not added, its oxidizing ability would indeed destroy DNA.

  • @sanaanasr9877
    @sanaanasr9877 3 роки тому +1

    Hi, this is really interesting. What if we try and see bacteria in that solution? Would this be possible?

  • @Allterratube
    @Allterratube 3 роки тому

    You are very humble

  • @ruthzafar7272
    @ruthzafar7272 3 роки тому +1

    GOOD LECTURE 👍 GOD BLESS YOU TEACHER 😊

  • @SubrataDas-sb2bw
    @SubrataDas-sb2bw 3 роки тому +1

    It was a very interesting project

  • @paranthamanv5609
    @paranthamanv5609 3 роки тому

    Amazing try buddy thank you so much so real

  • @titan1286
    @titan1286 4 роки тому +3

    What microscope did You use that must be very powerful Is it by olympus?!

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  4 роки тому +1

      I am using an Olympus CH-40 and an Olympus CHA with phase contrast. Other microscopes should also work.

  • @yeetogami2575
    @yeetogami2575 4 роки тому +4

    Can you please give me the measurements of all the things that you used? I tried it but nothing happened so I think my measurements were off.

    • @yeetogami2575
      @yeetogami2575 4 роки тому +1

      I'm trying to do a project on this...your support would be very helpful!

    • @Microbehunter
      @Microbehunter  4 роки тому +4

      I did not measure anything, i estimated. Spoon of salt in 100ml water, drop of liquid soap, 96% ethanol.

    • @yeetogami2575
      @yeetogami2575 4 роки тому

      @@Microbehunter ok thanks so much!

  • @shabbirhassan2653
    @shabbirhassan2653 3 роки тому +1

    How it possible to see a small molecule to under the compound microscope because the resolution is 0.3 micrometer and magnification power is 1500x while the size of DNA molecules is 0.6 manometer.

  • @anupriyasingh5497
    @anupriyasingh5497 3 роки тому +1

    Tooo...... Interesting... 👌

  • @anamranixib5066
    @anamranixib5066 3 роки тому +1

    Can u do a study on the plasma membrane f human rbc

  • @ykpoff
    @ykpoff 3 роки тому +1

    Sir can we use sanitizer instead of Isopropyl alcohol