Overview
Taq polymerase is a thermostable enzyme produced by the bacteria Thermus aquaticus. It is commonly used in scientific laboratories to amplify a segment of DNA in a process called Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). Taq polymerase allows for the quick and efficient replication of any desired segment of DNA, making it a crucial tool in the field of molecular biology. In addition to its use in basic scientific research, this enzyme is also invaluable in fields such as forensic science and medicine, where it is used to identify and diagnose genetic diseases.
Research published in this journal
12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 12 articles above have been cited 31 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.
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2026 · Infection
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2025 · Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
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2025 · PLOS One
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2025 · Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025 · Open Forum Infectious Diseases
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2025 · Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025 · Open Forum Infectious Diseases
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2025 · PLoS ONE
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