DNA barcoding and protein profiling use electrophoresis techniques to separate molecules like DNA and proteins based on their charge and shape. This reveals information about the number, size, and similarities of proteins or DNA sequences between samples. DNA barcoding extracts, purifies, and amplifies the cytochrome c oxidase 1 gene from DNA to facilitate species identification. Protein profiling identifies and compares proteins from different organisms. After learning about these techniques, the workshop discussed research analyzing taxonomy and genetics of ribbon worms to build an evolutionary tree and better understand biological diversity.