Purified Cas9 Protein
- Genome engineering in embryos
- Disease model generation of organisms and cell lines
- In vitro transfection of cells
- In vitro cleavage assays for functional gRNA screens
- Increase mutation efficiency
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Overview
Overview
Take the power of CRISPR/Cas9 technology to the next levelWith purified, transfection-/electroporation-ready Cas9 protein, you can get more efficient genome editing while reducing off-target events1–3. By removing plasmid delivery of Cas9 from the genome editing process, both off-target events from random plasmid integration and the potential for an immune response from bacterial plasmid sequences are avoided1,2. In addition, the more transient nature of Cas9 protein compared to plasmid or mRNA delivery further reduces off-target activity without decreasing on-target efficiency1,2. The end result is better, safer Cas9 activity for applications where off-target events need to be minimized, such as:
- Genome engineering in embryos
- Disease model generation of organisms and cell lines
- In vitro transfection of cells
- In vitro cleavage assays for functional gRNA screens
- Increase mutation efficiency
- Reduce off-target events
- Reduce the potential for immune response
- Simplify delivery to cells and embryos
- Perform multiplex, high-throughput studies
- Conduct typical downstream functional assays
Streamline genome editing with transfectable/electroporatable Cas9 protein—get Cas9 protein bundled into a kit with the Cas9 Protein & T7 gRNA SmartNuclease™ Synthesis Kit (Cat.# CAS400A-KIT) .
Not sure whether you need a CRISPR/Cas9 plasmid, purified protein, or mRNA? Use this table to choose the CRISPR/Cas9 product that’s right for you:
For This Application | In these types of cells | Use These Products |
|---|---|---|
MODIFYING ORGANISMS
| Embryos—to create transgenic animals | Injectable Cas9 mRNA & gRNA Synthesis Kits Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
| Animals models—in vivo genome editing | AAV-Cas9 Vectors Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
|
MODIFYING CELL LINES
| Cells that are transfectable | Cas9 Plasmids Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
Difficult-to-transfect cell lines:
| AAV-Cas9 Vectors Lenti Cas9 Systems |
|
SCREENING
| All cell types requiring stable Cas9 overexpression | Lenti Cas9 Systems AAVS1 Safe Harbor Site Cas9 Gene Knock-in System Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
PRE-CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
| All cell types and applications | Cas9 Nickase, available in all delivery formats Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
| SIMULTANEOUS ENGINEERING OF MULTIPLE MUTATIONS | All cell types and applications | Multiplex gRNA cloning kit, compatible with all Cas9 delivery options |
- Ramakrishna, S. et al. Gene disruption by cell-penetrating peptide-mediated delivery of Cas9 protein and guide RNA. Genome Res. (2014). 24:1020–1027. PMCID: PMC4032848.
- Wang, L. et al. Large genomic fragment deletion and functional gene cassette knock-in via Cas9 protein mediated genome editing in one-cell rodent embryos. Sci. Rep. (2015). 5:17517. PMCID: PMC4664917.
- Chen, S., et al. Highly Efficient Mouse Genome Editing by CRISPR Ribonucleoprotein Electroporation of Zygotes. J. Biol. Chem. (2016). 291(28):14457-67. PMID: 27151215.
References
How It Works
How It Works
Using Transfectable/Electroporatable Cas9 ProteinUsing SBI’s transfectable or electroporatable Cas9 protein is quick and easy. Simply pre-incubate Cas9 protein with your gRNA and then either transfect or electroporate as normal. While a 1:1 ratio of Cas9 protein to gRNA was used for the study in the Supporting Data section below, we recommend optimizing the amounts and ratios for your specific gRNA and cell lines.
For more general guidance on using CRISPR/Cas9 technology for genome engineering, take a look at our CRISPR/Cas9 tutorials as well as the following application notes:
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Knock-Out Application Note (PDF) »
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Editing Application Note (PDF) »
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Tagging Application Note (PDF) »
Through careful selection of the target sequence and design of a donor plasmid for homologous recombination, you can achieve efficient and highly targeted genomic modification with CRISPR/Cas9.
The system
Cas9 protein—uses guide RNA (gRNA) to direct site-specific, double-strand DNA cleavage adjacent to a protospacer adapter motif (PAM) in the target DNA.
gRNA—RNA sequence that guides Cas9 to cleave a homologous region in the target genome. Efficient cleavage only where the gRNA homology is adjacent to a PAM.
PAM—protospacer adapter motif, NGG, is a target DNA sequence that spCas9 will cut upstream from if directed to by the gRNA.
The workflow at-a-glanceDESIGN: Select gRNA and HR donor plasmids. Choice of gRNA site and design of donor plasmid determines whether the homologous recombination event results in a knock-out, knock-in, edit, or tagging.
CONSTRUCT: Clone gRNA into all-in-one Cas9 vector. Clone 5’ and 3’ homology arms into HR donor plasmid. If creating a knock-in, clone desired gene into HR donor.
CO-TRANSFECT or CO-INJECT: Introduce Cas9, gRNA, and HR Donors into the target cells using co-transfection for plasmids, co-transduction for lentivirus, or co-injection for mRNAs.
SELECT/SCREEN: Select or screen for mutants and verify.
VALIDATE: Genotype or sequence putative mutants to verify single or biallelic conversion.
Supporting Data
Supporting Data
Rescue of a non-fluorescent eGFP mutant using Purified Cas9 Protein
Figure 1. Rescue of a non-fluorescent eGFP mutant using Purified Cas9 Protein. Rescue of non-fluorescent eGFP mutant (EGIP) via homology-directed repair using either a Cas9 All-in-one plasmid system (left panel) or a Cas9 protein-gRNA system (right panel), three days post-transfection. Direct transfection of Cas9 protein-gRNA results in a higher rescue efficiency.
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Overview
Overview
Take the power of CRISPR/Cas9 technology to the next levelWith purified, transfection-/electroporation-ready Cas9 protein, you can get more efficient genome editing while reducing off-target events1–3. By removing plasmid delivery of Cas9 from the genome editing process, both off-target events from random plasmid integration and the potential for an immune response from bacterial plasmid sequences are avoided1,2. In addition, the more transient nature of Cas9 protein compared to plasmid or mRNA delivery further reduces off-target activity without decreasing on-target efficiency1,2. The end result is better, safer Cas9 activity for applications where off-target events need to be minimized, such as:
- Genome engineering in embryos
- Disease model generation of organisms and cell lines
- In vitro transfection of cells
- In vitro cleavage assays for functional gRNA screens
- Increase mutation efficiency
- Reduce off-target events
- Reduce the potential for immune response
- Simplify delivery to cells and embryos
- Perform multiplex, high-throughput studies
- Conduct typical downstream functional assays
Streamline genome editing with transfectable/electroporatable Cas9 protein—get Cas9 protein bundled into a kit with the Cas9 Protein & T7 gRNA SmartNuclease™ Synthesis Kit (Cat.# CAS400A-KIT) .
Not sure whether you need a CRISPR/Cas9 plasmid, purified protein, or mRNA? Use this table to choose the CRISPR/Cas9 product that’s right for you:
For This Application | In these types of cells | Use These Products |
|---|---|---|
MODIFYING ORGANISMS
| Embryos—to create transgenic animals | Injectable Cas9 mRNA & gRNA Synthesis Kits Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
| Animals models—in vivo genome editing | AAV-Cas9 Vectors Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
|
MODIFYING CELL LINES
| Cells that are transfectable | Cas9 Plasmids Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
Difficult-to-transfect cell lines:
| AAV-Cas9 Vectors Lenti Cas9 Systems |
|
SCREENING
| All cell types requiring stable Cas9 overexpression | Lenti Cas9 Systems AAVS1 Safe Harbor Site Cas9 Gene Knock-in System Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
PRE-CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
| All cell types and applications | Cas9 Nickase, available in all delivery formats Cas9 Protein EGFP-labeled Cas9 Protein |
| SIMULTANEOUS ENGINEERING OF MULTIPLE MUTATIONS | All cell types and applications | Multiplex gRNA cloning kit, compatible with all Cas9 delivery options |
- Ramakrishna, S. et al. Gene disruption by cell-penetrating peptide-mediated delivery of Cas9 protein and guide RNA. Genome Res. (2014). 24:1020–1027. PMCID: PMC4032848.
- Wang, L. et al. Large genomic fragment deletion and functional gene cassette knock-in via Cas9 protein mediated genome editing in one-cell rodent embryos. Sci. Rep. (2015). 5:17517. PMCID: PMC4664917.
- Chen, S., et al. Highly Efficient Mouse Genome Editing by CRISPR Ribonucleoprotein Electroporation of Zygotes. J. Biol. Chem. (2016). 291(28):14457-67. PMID: 27151215.
References
How It Works
How It Works
Using Transfectable/Electroporatable Cas9 ProteinUsing SBI’s transfectable or electroporatable Cas9 protein is quick and easy. Simply pre-incubate Cas9 protein with your gRNA and then either transfect or electroporate as normal. While a 1:1 ratio of Cas9 protein to gRNA was used for the study in the Supporting Data section below, we recommend optimizing the amounts and ratios for your specific gRNA and cell lines.
For more general guidance on using CRISPR/Cas9 technology for genome engineering, take a look at our CRISPR/Cas9 tutorials as well as the following application notes:
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Knock-Out Application Note (PDF) »
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Editing Application Note (PDF) »
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Tagging Application Note (PDF) »
Through careful selection of the target sequence and design of a donor plasmid for homologous recombination, you can achieve efficient and highly targeted genomic modification with CRISPR/Cas9.
The system
Cas9 protein—uses guide RNA (gRNA) to direct site-specific, double-strand DNA cleavage adjacent to a protospacer adapter motif (PAM) in the target DNA.
gRNA—RNA sequence that guides Cas9 to cleave a homologous region in the target genome. Efficient cleavage only where the gRNA homology is adjacent to a PAM.
PAM—protospacer adapter motif, NGG, is a target DNA sequence that spCas9 will cut upstream from if directed to by the gRNA.
The workflow at-a-glanceDESIGN: Select gRNA and HR donor plasmids. Choice of gRNA site and design of donor plasmid determines whether the homologous recombination event results in a knock-out, knock-in, edit, or tagging.
CONSTRUCT: Clone gRNA into all-in-one Cas9 vector. Clone 5’ and 3’ homology arms into HR donor plasmid. If creating a knock-in, clone desired gene into HR donor.
CO-TRANSFECT or CO-INJECT: Introduce Cas9, gRNA, and HR Donors into the target cells using co-transfection for plasmids, co-transduction for lentivirus, or co-injection for mRNAs.
SELECT/SCREEN: Select or screen for mutants and verify.
VALIDATE: Genotype or sequence putative mutants to verify single or biallelic conversion.
Supporting Data
Supporting Data
Rescue of a non-fluorescent eGFP mutant using Purified Cas9 ProteinFigure 1. Rescue of a non-fluorescent eGFP mutant using Purified Cas9 Protein. Rescue of non-fluorescent eGFP mutant (EGIP) via homology-directed repair using either a Cas9 All-in-one plasmid system (left panel) or a Cas9 protein-gRNA system (right panel), three days post-transfection. Direct transfection of Cas9 protein-gRNA results in a higher rescue efficiency.