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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 1d

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Single-cell RNA-seq using UltraMarathonRT expands the known transcriptome

The ability to map messenger RNA (mRNA) molecules from individual cells using next-generation sequencing technologies, known as single-cell RNA-seq (scRNA-seq), is transforming biology by redefining c...

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 1d

Congrats to Chia-Ling Chou, Emmanuel Saliba, Anna Marie Pyle, Li-Tao Guo and co-authors on demonstrating how single-cell RNA-Seq with UltraMarathonRT® reveals unexpected transcriptomic diversity.

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@emmanuel-saliba.bsky.social @litaoguo.bsky.social

#singlecell #scRNAseq #RNA #RNAresearch #RNASky

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 7d

Learn more: bit.ly/488ScFO

RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 7d

RNAseq has been limited by retroviral RTs for too long.

The latest uMRT Kit reveals more information from every RNA sample.

Unlock:
▪️ 10-30% more genes
▪️ More reliable gene quant
▪️ Improved gene body coverage with less bias
▪️ Detects 2x more retained introns

#RNASeq #NGS #RNASky

The new UltraMarathonRT® (uMRT) cDNA Synthesis & Amplification Kit reveals more information from every RNA sample.

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 15d

Read the white paper: bit.ly/3K9RxKy

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 15d

You may be getting biased or inaccurate results from your RT-qPCR kit and not even know it.

Our new white paper shows how UltraMarathonRT® delivers robust, reliable results regardless of primer choice and outperforms leading retroviral RTs.

🔗Link in comments.

#RTqPCR #qPCR #RNASky

uMRT RT-qPCR provides more reliable results with consistent Ct values and full-length cDNA every time

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 29d

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Engineered for ultraprocessivity and sensitivity, uMRT makes faithful cDNAs of even the longest, most structured, and low-abundance RNAs - which retroviral RTs simply can’t do.

Reveal more of the transcriptome: bit.ly/488ScFO

RNA Connect | UltraMarathonRT cDNA Synthesis & Amplification Kit

Maximize insights from your short-read RNA-seq with the UltraMarathonRT® cDNA Synthesis & Amplification Kit. With intrinsic helicase activity, UltraMarathonRT makes full length cDNA from RNA templates...

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · 29d

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The new UltraMarathonRT® (uMRT) cDNA Synthesis & Amplification Kit delivers better gene detection and quantification.

#RNAseq #RNASky #Transcriptomics #ReverseTranscriptase #NGS

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Sep 4

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American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 2025

🗓 Date: October 14-18, 2025📍 Location: Boston, MA We look forward to seeing you at the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) Annual Meeting. As the genomics and transcriptomics fields continue to ...

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Sep 4

Join us at booth 121 during #ASGH25 to learn how uMRT can provide you with more accurate gene expression profiles and reveal more isoforms, novel splicing, and previously undetectable intron retention events.

#ASHG2025 #RNA #RNASky #Transcriptomics #IntronRetention #Genomics #RNASeq #NGS

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 27

Read the full PR here: bit.ly/3JzqRTa

RNAConnect® Announces Commercial Launch of UltraMarathonRT® cDNA Synth

Branford, CT, August 27, 2025 — RNAConnect, a leader in next-generation molecular biology tools, today announced the commercial launch of the UltraMarathonRT cDNA Synthesis and Amplification Kit, desi...

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 27

Now available: UltraMarathonRT® cDNA Synthesis & Amplification Kit!

Elevate short-read #RNAseq with unmatched processivity: detect rare isoforms & #lncRNAs, quantify long transcripts, and integrate seamlessly with Illumina®-style workflows.

Press release🔗in the comments.

#RNASky #transcriptomics

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 20

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UltraMarathonRT naturally unwinds RNA’s secondary structures, copies through mods and enables the detection of far more ncRNAs of any size.

With noncoding RNAs rewriting the rules of molecular biology, UltraMarathonRT, can aide researchers in reading their full stories.

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 20

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"The 21st century, Thomas Cech says, 'is the age of noncoding RNA.'"

We agree with Dr. Cech. Since ncRNAs can be long, structured, and modified, they’re often tricky to characterize.

So, we developed the solution: a next-generation RT, UltraMarathonRT.

#RNASky #RNA #ncRNA #noncodingRNA

Scientific American @sciam.bsky.social · Aug 19

DNA holds our genetic blueprints, but its cousin, RNA, conducts our daily lives

How RNA, Not DNA, Controls Your Genes and Daily Life

DNA holds our genetic blueprints, but its cousin, RNA, conducts our daily lives

www.scientificamerican.com

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 1

These winners are innovators in the thriving RNA research community—and use the unique power of uMRT to do it.

We’re proud to announce our support of their scientific pursuits on RNA Day! 🥳

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 1

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Aug 1

We’re celebrating #RNADay by spotlighting the four winners of the RNAConnect 5K Sprint Award!

🥇 First Place
Dr. Melissa Jurica (UC Santa Cruz)
Dr. Daniel Kiss (Houston Methodist)

🥈 Second Place
Dr. Andrew Berglund (Univ at Albany)
Dr. Mark Williams (Yale School of Medicine)

#RNASky

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Jul 14

🔗 Apply here: bit.ly/3H80DWD

RNAConnect 5K Sprint Award

With a simple 1-2 page application process, you can accelerate your RNA research with financial support and supplies of UltraMarathonRT. Apply Now

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Jul 14

Applications for the RNAConnect 5K Sprint Award close tonight, July 14th!

Don't miss out on this chance to propel your RNA research forward. Link in the comments! Apply now!

#RNA #RNAConnect #5KSprintAward #RNAResearch #ScienceAward #ScienceFunding #ResearchGrants #RNASky

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · Jun 12

Applications are NOW OPEN for the RNAConnect 5K Sprint Award!

Compete for a $5,000 cash prize to support your innovative RNA research.

🔗Learn more: bit.ly/3H80DWD

#RNA #RNAResearch #ScienceAward #ScienceFunding #ResearchGrants #RNASky

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · May 30

We're looking forward to another productive day at #RNA25! Join us Friday morning at 7:45am for Breakfast & Breakthroughs plus engaging poster sessions in the evening featuring the latest innovations with UltraMarathonRT.

#RNA2025 #RNAresearch #Transcriptomics #RNASky

RNAConnect presents at RNA Society Meeting 2025

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · May 28

Join us today, May 28th, at #RNA25:

📍Oral Presentation, Ballroom C & D, 4:30 – 6:30 PM
📍Poster Session, P1-059, 8:30 – 10:30 PM
📍All day in the Exhibit Hall

Learn more: bit.ly/3T1d4G8

#RNA2025 #RNASeq #RNAResearch #RNASky

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · May 16

RSVP here: bit.ly/43qC0vU

RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · May 15

Join Drs. Jason Underwood & Anthony Mustoe at RNAConnect's ‘Breakfast & Breakthroughs’ during RNA 2025!

🗓 Fri, May 30 | 7:45–8:45 AM
📍Town and Country Ballroom

Seats are limited so register today! 🔗https://bit.ly/43qC0vU

#RNA2025 #RNA25 #RNASociety #RNAConnect #RNA #RNABiology #RNASky

RNAConnect's sponsored breakfast session at RNA 2025

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RNAConnect @rnaconnect.bsky.social · May 7

Watch this 10-minute session from #ABRF2025 and learn from our Sr. Scientist, Dr. George Maio, as he reveals commonly hidden RNAs with UltraMarathonRT, a new, ultra-processive reverse transcriptase.

Watch today! bit.ly/44l4ZDk

#ABRF #RNAseq #RTqPCR #RNAresearch #RNAsky

ABRF 2025 RNAConnect Sponsored Session Recording