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TF Luciferase Reporter Vectors

Our TF Luciferase Reporter Vectors let you monitor individual transcription factor (TF) activity. Basic TF Firefly Luciferase vectors provide simple, reliable readouts, while Firefly–Renilla Dual vectors combine both reporters in a single vector, giving normalized measurements in one convenient system. HygroSelect and NeoSelect vectors generate stable cell lines, with optional GFP in selectable vectors. We offer 100+ vectors in each category, all customizable for your research needs.

Principle 

Each vector is designed to monitor the activity of a single transcription factor (TF), with at least four copies of a cis-acting enhancer element placed upstream of a minimal TATA promoter. Upon transfection and stimulation, activated TFs bind to the enhancer, triggering luciferase gene expression. The resulting chemiluminescent signal directly reflects TF activity.

Firefly–Renilla Dual vectors combine 
both reporters in a single construct to measure transcription factor activity with firefly luciferase while simultaneously normalizing for transfection efficiency using Renilla luciferase under a constitutive CMV promoter.

To generate stable cell lines, we offer over 50 HygroSelect and 50 NeoSelect vectors, each with hygromycin or neomycin resistance and GFP for visual selection. For dual-pathway monitoring in one cell line, use one vector with hygromycin and one with neomycin selection.

Signosis also provides custom vector services for unlisted TFs or selection markers. For more details or recommendations, contact us at 408-747-0771 or info@signosisinc.com.
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Basic TF Firefly Luciferase Reporter Vectors

  • To quickly monitor transcription factor activity in transiently transfected cells via firefly luciferase expression.

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HygroSelect TF Firefly Luciferase Reporter Vectors with Optional GFP as a Selection Marker

  •  For generating stable cell lines to monitor transcription factor activity, with Hygromycin B selection and optional GFP visualization

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NeoSelect TF Firefly Luciferase Reporter Vectors with GFP

  •  For generating stable cell lines to monitor transcription factor activity, with Neomycin selection and optional GFP visualization

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2 in 1: Firefly–Renilla 

Reporter Vectors

  • For measuring transcription factor activity with built-in normalization for accurate, fast results in transient assays

Product Categories

Benefits

Dual Luciferase Reporter Vectors in a Single Construct

These are the only vectors on the market that combine firefly luciferase reporting of TF activity with Renilla for internal normalization in a single construct, enabling fast, accurate, and reproducible transient assays.

Visualization

Some vectors include GFP, allowing fluorescence-based tracking of transfected cells.

Customizable Solutions

Custom vector modifications and stable cell line services are available upon request.

Simplified Stable Cell Line Generation 

Integrated selection markers (hygromycin or G418 resistance) for easy antibiotic selection.

Flexible Experimental Design

Two sets of vectors enable stable expression of two different TFs in the same cell line.

Dual Selection

Hygromycin and Neomycin resistant gene dual selection.

Highly Sensitive Luciferase Bundles (Lysis & Substarte) for Detection

We offer both Firefly and Renilla Luciferase Reporter Vectors, compatible with our proprietary Firefly and Renilla substrate.

  • the Renilla Luciferase Kit: Lysis & Substrate Bundle (RLUCS050)

  • Firefly Luciferase Kit: Lysis & Substrate Bundle (LUCS100), 

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