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How to get rid of gelatin?

Biochemists, cell biologists and assorted biotech types, what's your favorite method for removing gelatin from antibody solutions? No amines allowed!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 8:04 AM on May 27, 2008 (3 comments)

Bass ambition

MidlifeCrisisFilter: my old itch to play the electric bass has resurfaced. Please help this middle-aged lady make a fool of herself.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 4:58 AM on January 30, 2008 (21 comments)

Help me relate to E8

E8: what's in it for me? (inspired by this post)
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 7:50 PM on November 16, 2007 (6 comments)

Please help me find a long-term umbrella

Can anyone recommend a folding umbrella that will last for many years?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 1:32 PM on December 24, 2006 (11 comments)

I'm not afraid of dying, just don't give me a ticket!

Does anyone know a source for this story? I once heard about a railroad crossing that had quite a few fatal accidents, because drivers would routinely duck under the barrier gates as they closed instead of waiting several minutes for interminable freight trains to pass. But there's a twist ...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 7:53 PM on May 19, 2006 (8 comments)

Best camera for details on metal surfaces

Yet another digital camera question: what camera would you recommend for taking close-up pictures of metal objects?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 8:57 PM on March 6, 2006 (11 comments)

ethnic chess?

ChessFilter: is it possible to tell someone's ethnic background by the way they play chess?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 9:30 PM on October 28, 2005 (16 comments)

Cry, the beloved country

The America I believe in is broken. What are the most effective things I can do to help fix it?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 8:43 PM on September 29, 2005 (32 comments)

Faking out traffic sensors

Inductive traffic sensors: can I make them "see" my bike better if I stick some strong rare-earth magnets on the frame?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 4:47 PM on July 4, 2005 (9 comments)

Fashion consultation needed for timid, unstylish 74 y.o. woman with severe hair loss (more inside)

Are there any places in New York City or Westchester County that can provide help with hats, scarves, hairpieces etc for an elderly woman with alopecia? It's genetic, not caused by chemotherapy.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Quietgal at 11:39 AM on May 9, 2005 (3 comments)