Transfection is the process by which nucleic acids are introduced into mammalian cells. Protocols and techniques vary widely and include lipid transfection and chemical and physical methods such as electroporation. Expertise in cellular and molecular biology is behind the Invitrogen™ product portfolio of DNA reagents and consumables, which are the most cited and trusted transfection and selection systems available. Use this overview of our most effective transfection products to choose the solution that’s right for you

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Transfection Products

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By Cell Type

Our new Lipofectamine® Reagent Specific Protocols have been newly optimized for efficiency, viability, and reproducibility across a broad range of cell types. This is often the best place to start, especially in a new cell line. If you find this doesn’t work for you specific cell type, then you can you look to our cell specific protocols for further optimization.

Transfection Reagents

Designed for effective and efficient nucleic acid delivery into both traditional and difficult-to-transfect cell lines and for transient transfection in suspension cultures.

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Selection Antibiotics

 Our high-quality Gibco® selection agents allow you to establish stable cell lines, employ dual selection strategies, and more.


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