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What are the similarities between luciferase and GFP?

Posted November 15, 2022


Answer

Luciferase and GFP (Green Fluorescence Protein) are two proteins found in animals that have the ability to produce bioluminescence. Both are made up of amino acids and can be used as reporter molecules in biological research. Molecular oxygen is a mandatory component in bioluminescence. 

Additional resources

Luciferase and green fluorescent protein reporter genes as tools to determine protein abundance and intracellular dynamics

Amplite® Luciferase Reporter Gene Assay Kit *Bright Glow*