If you’re a first-year teacher or new to teaching gel electrophoresis , here’s some truth: it can feel overwhelming the first time. You're juggling: 🧪 Complex procedures 🧫 Expensive or limited materials 🧍 Classroom management while running a lab 📝 Ensuring students actually understand what's happening—not just copying answers And yes— prep takes time . ⏳ Why Gel Electrophoresis Labs Take Longer to Prep Unlike simple demos or guided notes, gel electrophoresis involves: Making or purchasing agarose gels Dye or DNA sample preparation (often requires simulated DNA) Setting up electrophoresis chambers , wires, and power supplies Labeling sample lanes and preparing lab groups Managing cleanup of expensive or delicate equipment And that’s before students even step into the lab. If you’re low on budget or time, it's completely okay to simulate the process using printable or digital materials first. That’s why I designed my electrophore...