Which scientific instrument, first commercialized in the 1980s, revolutionized DNA research by automating the previously manual process of amplifying DNA samples?

The history of science is marked by revolutionary products and instruments that transformed how research is conducted. These innovations have accelerated discovery, improved accuracy, and opened entirely new fields of study. This trivia question focuses on a landmark scientific product that fundamentally changed data collection and analysis in laboratories worldwide. Test your knowledge about the technological evolution that has shaped modern scientific research.

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Thermal Cycler (PCR Machine)
Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM)
Mass Spectrometer
Automated DNA Sequencer