Is angiogenin available for experiments in classrooms?

Question

Would it be possible to use the protein angiogenin in an experiment on bacteria. The point would be to demonstrate evolution (specifically adaptation). If not, then what could I use on bacteria that would work? Keep in mind it would be conducted in a high school classroom.

Answer 1

I'm not sure what you want the bacteria to adapt to - the presence of angiogenin in their growth medium? Does angiogenin have antibacterial properties? (Not my area, and I'm feeling too lazy to look it up right now!)

You might consider using a known antibiotic instead - penicillin or ampicillin, for example.

Whatever you choose to use, you could see if Sigma-Aldrich will sell it to you (Google them). They are a major supplier of such compounds for research use. If you're affiliated with a school science class, you may be able to order what you want through your school.

Good luck!