Calculating PFA Diffusion Rate in 1% Agar Gel: Tips and Resources

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The discussion centers on calculating the diffusion rate of Paraformaldehyde (PFA) in a 1% agar gel with a thickness of 2 mm. The user seeks guidance on the time required for PFA to diffuse from the top to the bottom of the gel. While specific articles were not provided, the inquiry emphasizes the need for established methodologies in diffusion rate measurement within gel matrices.

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Hi:

I am doing a research project in which I need to diffuse PFA(Paraformaldehyde) into agar gel. I want to know how to calculate the diffusion rate. The agar gel is 1%, and 2 mm thickness. How long approximately does it take for PFA to diffuse from the top to the bottom?

Is there any article that I can read about?

Thanks
 
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Umm... this is *your* research project, right?

What do you propose to measure?
 
I need to measure the diffusion rate of PFA in 1% agar gel.
 

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