Introduction to Chromatography

This is the first course of a three-part fundamentals of chromatography series. It is designed for anyone seeking to build foundational knowledge in chromatography and develop techniques essential for protein purification.

Courses are led by Bio‑Rad's chromatography experts, who share their knowledge and practical experience to deliver a program that is both comprehensive and efficient.

Upon completing each course, you will receive a downloadable certificate and gain exclusive access to Bio-Rad's chromatography community, where you can connect with experts and peers to get your questions answered.

What You Will Learn

Course 1: Introduction to Chromatography

  • Core principles of chromatography

  • Key techniques and applications

  • Expert tips for successful protein purification

Course 1: Introduction to Chromatography

Learn the fundamentals of chromatography

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Course Overview

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    1. Welcome to the Course

    2. How to Use This Course

    3. Meet the Instructors

    4. Course Overview

    1. Chromatography Basics

    2. Chapter 1 Quiz

    1. Gravity Chromatography

    2. Chapter 2 Quiz

    1. Low-Pressure Chromatography

    2. Chapter 3 Quiz

    1. Medium-Pressure Chromatography

    2. Chapter 4 Quiz

    1. High-Pressure Chromatography

    2. Chapter 5 Quiz

Course 1: Introduction to Chromatography

  • Free
  • 16 lessons

Course Reviews

5 star rating

Good introduction to concepts

Michelle Bylicky

Good overview of the different types of chromatography along with pros and cons for each

Good overview of the different types of chromatography along with pros and cons for each

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5 star rating

Excellent

Collins Onyenaka

Comprehensive material, well structured, engaging , and easy to assimilate

Comprehensive material, well structured, engaging , and easy to assimilate

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5 star rating

Course 1 perfectly renders the content

Filip Alina

The Fundamentals of Chromatography Course 1: Introduction provides an excellent and well-structured introduction to the basic concepts of chromatography. Alt...

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The Fundamentals of Chromatography Course 1: Introduction provides an excellent and well-structured introduction to the basic concepts of chromatography. Although I was familiar with most of the information presented, the course helped me organize my knowledge in a clear and coherent way. Quality teaching materials and a logical structure make this course a valuable resource for anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge base in the field of chromatography.

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Meet Your Instructors

Field Application Specialist Brittany Ripley Dajles

Brittany Ripley Dajles joined Bio-Rad in 2023 as a Field Application Specialist specializing in chromatography, western blotting, and Bio-Plex, serving the Central Plains and Great Lakes regions of the United States. She brings 10 years of experience in chromatography, and prior to joining Bio-Rad, Brittany worked as a postdoctoral fellow researching the interactions of an immune signaling modifier protein using chromatography, X-ray crystallography, and LC/LC-MS. Her PhD research focused on a DNA damage bypass pathway, employing techniques such as Biolayer Interferometry, X-ray crystallography, molecular dynamics simulations, and small-angle X-ray scattering.

Field Application Specialist Brad VanderWielen

Brad VanderWielen is a Field Application Specialist for Bio-Rad covering the South‑Central region of the United States. He specializes in chromatography, western blotting, and Bio‑Plex multiplex ELISA instrumentation and associated experiments. He has been at Bio‑Rad for 9 years and has been in the field of chromatography for the past 17 years. Brad came to Bio‑Rad from his postdoctoral work at UT Southwestern Medical School where he was utilizing biophysics and X‑ray crystallography to study tubulin regulation. He earned his PhD from the University of Cincinnati where he researched Notch transcriptional regulation utilizing biophysical applications and X‑ray crystallography.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who should take this course?

    This course is designed for people who want to have a fundamental understanding of how chromatography works and how it can be used to answer research questions.

  • How long will this course take?

    This course should take approximately 36 minutes to complete.

  • Can I get a certificate for this course?

    Once all sections of this course have been completed, a certificate with your name and course name, will be available for download.

  • Will I be able to ask questions and get answers?

    By enrolling in this course, you will be automatically added to Bio-Rad's chromatography community. This is a highly collaborative place to ask questions and share chromatography ideas with the instructors and your peers. You can post pictures, comments, and reply to others.

  • What are the other classes in this series?

    There are three courses in the Fundamentals of Chromatography Series:
    Course 1: Introduction to Chromatography
    Course 2: Chromatography Resins
    Course 3: Instrumentation and Analysis

All Courses

In the Fundamentals of Chromatography series:

Course 1: Introduction to Chromatography

Course 2: Chromatography Resins (coming soon)

Course 3: Instrumentation and Analysis (coming soon)


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