One of the techniques I have learned in the Lab so far is PCR-based genetic screening of soil DNA samples. I will use this technique to amplify PKS I-II encoding genes. If these PKS genes are amplified, then I will proceed to isolate and those microorganisms that produce PKSs. Up to this date, I believe my progress can be rated by a 3 (around 50% done), because I still need to isolate potential PKS-producing microorganisms. This progress is mainly due to my major obstacle: Too many exams, reports, and presentations, and very small amounts of time to work in the lab. Hopefully, this will be over by the end of this week. As I won’t have tests for two weeks or so.