Drop-seq

Drop-seq is a technique used by scientists to study individual cells' gene activity. It involves encapsulating thousands of tiny cells into individual droplets along with special beads that capture the cell's genetic material. This allows researchers to analyze gene expression (which genes are active) in each cell separately, providing detailed insights into cell types and functions within complex tissues. Drop-seq enables high-throughput, cost-effective single-cell analysis, helping to understand biological processes, disease mechanisms, and development at an unprecedented level of detail.