What's In My Lunch? Quantitative Milk Allergy ELISA

In this NGSS-aligned experiment, students perform an ELISA to detect and measure whey protein in food samples, learning how the food industry identifies allergens. • Explore ELISAs and the immune system • Test food samples for whey protein and measure concentration • Perform serial dilutions and create a standard curve • Use computer imaging technologies • Understand biotechnology applications in food safety