Lifeasible, a biotechnology company focused on agricultural and plant sciences, announced an update to its plant genetic transformation service this week. The expanded service aims to provide researchers and breeders with more versatile and efficient options for introducing genes into plants, a critical step in developing new crop varieties and understanding plant biology.

Genetic transformation has become one of the most important tools in plant science. By inserting foreign DNA into a plant genome, scientists can study gene function or generate varieties with new traits such as resistance to pathogens, tolerance to drought, or improved nutritional quality. Unlike conventional breeding, which often requires many generations, transformation enables targeted modifications within a shorter timeframe.

Lifeasible’s updated plant transformation service covers both stable transformations, which permanently integrate genes into plant genomes, and transient transformations, which provide short-term expression for rapid functional studies. To achieve this, the company applies a range of methods, selecting the most suitable technique based on plant species and project requirements. Available approaches include Agrobacterium-mediated delivery, gene gun bombardment, protoplast transformation using PEG, microinjection, and several alternative physical and chemical methods.

The company supports an extensive list of plant species, ranging from model systems like Arabidopsis thaliana and tobacco to major crops including rice, maize, soybean, and tomato, as well as bioenergy and forestry plants such as poplar. Each project begins with an experimental plan developed in consultation with clients, followed by laboratory execution, regular progress updates, and final delivery of transformed material along with detailed data reports.

Beyond transformation itself, Lifeasible integrates follow-up analyses such as gene expression profiling, insertion site detection, copy number analysis, plant physiology assessment, and biochemical characterization. These services are designed to help researchers not only obtain transgenic plants but also verify and interpret the results effectively.

According to Lifeasible, the updated platform emphasizes flexibility, reproducibility, and clear communication with clients. The service is supported by a team with expertise in plant molecular biology and access to specialized laboratory facilities.

Commenting on the announcement, Isla, a representative from Lifeasible, noted:

“The enhancement of our plant genetic transformation service reflects our commitment to providing researchers with reliable tools for studying plant genes and engineering new traits. By offering multiple transformation methods and comprehensive follow-up analyses, we aim to make the process more efficient and adaptable to different scientific needs.”

To help its customers be well-prepared in this back-to-school season for their new or existing projects, Lifeasible is providing 10%-15% off for all products and services with a limited time.

For more information about Lifeasible’s updated plant genetic transformation service, please visit https://www.lifeasible.com/custom-solutions/plant/plant-genetic-transformation/.