Abstract
There is rapidly growing interest in using the CRISPR-Cas9 system for functional screening, both as a primary screening tool and as an orthogonal tool for RNAi hit validation. High throughput synthesis, combined with a proprietary algorithm that selects highly functional and specific guide RNAs, allows rapid generation of CRISPR RNA (crRNA) collections in arrayed formats. Arrayed crRNA screens offer the advantage of applying sophisticated assays, such as those requiring high-content microscopy, to investigate phenotypes that involve intracellular localization, morphological changes, or require time-lapse investigation. While pooled lentiviral sgRNA screens have demonstrated utility for loss-of-function studies, the types of assays used are typically limited to viability, sensitization, and some reporter assays. We will demonstrate the application of arrayed screening with synthetic crRNA libraries across multiple assay types, and present considerations for experimental success.
In this webinar you will learn
- Key factors in successful arrayed crRNA screening
- Benefits of the dual CRISPR guide RNA system
- Guidelines for optimization of reverse transfection with crRNA and tracrRNA
- Recommendations for Cas9 nuclease selection in screening applications
- Availability of supporting products and resources
Presenter
Louise Baskin
Louise studied biology at Creighton University and received her Master of Science degree in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Northwestern University.
Next Steps
Now that you’ve had an overview of arrayed criRNA screening and the key steps to success, hopefully you’re ready to get started yourself!