dye-ligand binding assays

Dye-ligand binding assays are laboratory techniques used to measure how well a specific molecule (the ligand) binds to a target, such as a protein or enzyme. A dye, which is a colored chemical, is attached to the ligand or used to detect the binding event. When the ligand binds to its target, the dye produces a measurable color change or signal. By analyzing this signal, scientists can determine the strength and characteristics of the interaction, which helps in understanding biological processes or developing drugs.