Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments report on the use of their popular CSS450 stage for polymer research at the New University of Lisbon, Portugal.
Liquid-crystalline polymers (LCPs) are materials with exceptionally useful mechanical properties compared with ordinary industrial polymers. LCPs are not frequently used in industry due to their prohibitive production costs, but blending an LCP with a relatively common polymer is one way to utilize them at a reduced cost. Only blends that fibrillate in situ during processing, and when the fibrils maintain a solid state, do they demonstrate these superior properties...
Read MoreSpicing up fingerprintsJun 11, 2013
It is most commonly used to spice up Indian cuisine, but scientists at Sheffield Hallam University have discovered turmeric could be used to help solve crimes.
Researchers at the University's Biomedical Research Centre have found that the gold-coloured powder can highlight fingerprints at crime scenes and can detect key characteristics of a suspect such as traces of drug abuse. After close analysis of the spice's main ingredient, curcumin, scientists found that the molecule shares the same structural characteristics as the chemicals used in Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization (MALDI) technology - a technique that allows scientists to detect and identify different molecules on surfaces.....
Buying technician workstations for your laboratory is a major capital expense, deserving of careful consideration to avoid making a costly mistake. The choice can be complicated and there are a number of factors that you should consider.
The key ones include initial purchase price, long term ownership cost, laboratory layout and workstation design, supplier support services, and flexibility. This last one is especially tricky, since it requires a bit of crystal ball to make sure your choice supports changing laboratory environments, due to expansion and consolidation, as well as changing trends in equipment design and usage. Follow these six tips for selecting a laboratory workstation that meets all your current needs, while positioning you to adapt to whatever comes down the parkway....
The iQ II EDXRF Spectrometer from SPECTRO Analytical gives precise, accurate results for low sulphur content analysis of fuels.
EDXRF analysis is widely used in this application, but the evolving regulatory environment requires constant development and advances in detection sensitivity. This is achieved in the iQ II through the use of polarised excitation. The instrument’s outstanding detection limit of ≤ 0.5 mg/kg sulphur and its compliance to EN ISO 13032 means it delivers reliable analysis of even sulphur-free fuels, placing it at the forefront of commercial benchtop EDXRF systems...
The School of Chemistry at the University of Nottingham (UK) has placed a sizeable order with Asynt to upgrade their undergraduate teaching facilities with DrySyn Scholar Plus heating block systems
The School of Chemistry at the University of Nottingham is one of the leading Chemistry departments in the UK and is recognised internationally for its world leading research portfolio, excellence in teaching and extensive engagement with Industry. Its expertise spans the spectrum of modern chemical technology including synthesis, analysis and characterisation, ranging from the core chemistry disciplines to areas at the interface with biological sciences and engineering (sustainable chemical processing)......
Read MoreResearchers Enlist Cameca Nanosims Microprobe to Determine Origins of Lunar WaterJun 10, 2013
Microprobe’s Results Indicate Water on Earth and Moon Has Similar Origin
A research team made up of scientists from Brown University, the Carnegie Institution for Science, and Case Western Reserve University has determined from lunar samples brought back by the Apollo 15 and 17 Moon missions that water from the interiors of the Earth and the Moon has a common origin. The team examined melt inclusions found in the lunar rock samples. Melt inclusions are tiny dots of volcanic glass trapped within rock crystals that prevent water from escaping during eruptions. They provide a unique snapshot of the Moon’s interior composition.
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Experts predict that the stem cell industry will be worth over $5 billion by 2014, reflecting the enormous potential of stem cell technologies in the pharmaceutical industry. In the light of this Oxford Global Conferences are proud to present our Stem Cell Congress, to be held on the 4th & 5th November 2013 at the Copthorne Tara, London Kensington. Over this two day conference our esteemed experts will offer invaluable insights into the latest stem cell applications in translational research as well as exploring advances in bioprocessing and engineering technologies...
Syngene, a world-leading manufacturer of image analysis solutions is delighted to announce that one of its G:BOX Chemi imaging systems is being used at the Wageningen UR (University & Research centre) to visualise and analyse bacterial proteins as part of a research programme to understand the molecular mechanisms behind bacterial immune systems.
Scientists in the Laboratory of Microbiology at Wageningen UR are using a G:BOX Chemi system to accurately image both chemiluminescent and fluorescently labelled Western blots of multi-functional protein complexes belonging to the CRISPR/Cas proteins. These proteins degrade foreign DNA, thus protecting bacteria from infection and by studying them, the scientists hope to unravel how bacterial immune systems function. Determining pathways of bacterial immunity could lead to a number of applications, such as being able to immunise industrially important bacteria used in food production and large-scale fermentations against phage infection....
Work by University of Hertfordshire and Melbourn Scientific to reduce the skills shortage in life sciences has been recognised in the national awards given to outstanding trainers.
The company has helped the University to develop and deliver a new part-time MSc degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences that is heavily practically based and meets the needs of progressive companies. Government life sciences adviser and biotechnology entrepreneur George Freeman MP says, “Brilliance is often rewarded in science but practical skills are equally important to industry. I am delighted to see how business and academia have combined forces to create this joint initiative to address the skills shortage.”....
As part of the International Barcode of Life Project, the largest biodiversity genomics initiative ever undertaken, the Canadian Centre for DNA Barcoding (CCDB) has chosen METTLER TOLEDO and its Rainin Liquidator 96 to fulfill fundamental roles in numerous liquid handling procedures required to process DNA samples.
Manual control of aspiration and dispensing, as well as the instrument’s flexible working platforms, helps the lab achieve the precision and processing speed it requires. “The Liquidator 96 system allows you to control the pipetting speed for slow aspiration and dispensing. You can also change volumes in a single motion and move to the next step without interruption. This prevents the introduction of air bubbles and contamination,” said Dr. Natalia Ivanova, lead DNA scientist, CCDB. Avoiding rework is critical, because the CCDB processes about 300,000 samples per year from animal, plant and fungal sources following a typical DNA extraction and PCR amplification workflow....
Annual conference will bring together industry leaders and the latest technologies.
An international conference and exhibition covering the latest developments in nanotechnology was announced today. Nano London will take place from 17th-19th June 2014 at Olympia and brings together industry leaders, academics, commentators, suppliers and sources of funding in the fast growing field of nanotechnology. The event, which is expected to attract over 3000 visitors and a minimum of 100 exhibitors will be a truly international event offering a combination of exhibitor space, a world class international conference, a funding forum and networking opportunities....
Leading US University (Center for Genomics and Bioinformatics, Indiana) Contributes to Collaboration
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, through a partnership with Illumina, offers automated methods to improve processes and throughput in next generation sequencing (NGS) sample preparation. Under the agreement, Beckman Coulter will use its extensive experience in automated NGS sample preparation to develop, distribute and support automation for Illumina’s TruSeq® and Nextera® sample preparation kits and Illumina will provide technical expertise on chemistry and protocols....
A Flexicon FP50 tabletop filling and stoppering machine from Watson-Marlow Pumps Group has automated a previously manual process at a Cancer Research UK facility in Hertfordshire. The FP50 is delivering increased speed and reliability into this critical operation, as well as enhanced vial filling accuracy.
The American Chemical Society (ACS) has honored five individuals and teams who have incorporated concepts of sustainability into the chemistry education curricula for future scientists.
As part of ACS’ mission to “advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and its people,” the Society’s Committee on Environmental Improvement (CEI) has recognized individuals or groups who have made exemplary contributions to the incorporation of sustainability in chemical education. The ACS is especially pleased to note that these awards reflect improvements at all levels of education from K-12 to community colleges to graduate degree programs....
New consulting services will leverage expertise derived from the largest laboratory services and informatics offering install base
PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment, announced today that it is expanding its OneSource® Laboratory Services offering to include strategic laboratory consulting services. OneSource® Strategic Lab Solutions will deliver the combined power of PerkinElmer's expertise in informatics, instrumentation, service and process optimization, to increase laboratories' productivity and performance....
Read MoreAstronomy Researchers Relocate to Liverpool Science ParkMay 31, 2013
A world leading astronomy research institute is making the move to Liverpool Science Park (LSP) - marking the largest letting to date for the park.
The Astrophysics Research Institute (ARI), which is part of Liverpool John Moores University, will relocate from offices in Birkenhead into 11,000 sq ft of space in the innovation centre two (ic2) building on Brownlow Hill in early June. As well as research into star and galaxy formations, ARI staff will be directly controlling the ‘Liverpool Telescope’ (LT) they designed and built themselves which is based on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands....
Microbiology media specialist Lab M is pleased once again to be supporting the ‘Rapid Microbiological Methods’ seminar at Campden BRI in the UK, which takes place this year on 7 June 2013.
Lab M is a long-established supplier to the food industry and is expert in the development and production of ISO compliant media in convenient formats that are specifically designed to meet food testing requirements. As well as exhibiting from the Lab M product range, experts from the company’s team will be on hand to discuss the application of techniques that speed up the isolation and identification of micro-organisms....
Independent Peer-Reviewed Study Highlights How Use of Mass Spectrometry Analyzer as Part of Antibiotic Stewardship Program Improves Outcomes while Reducing Costs
A co-author of a groundbreaking study documenting reductions in patient length of stay and overall costs from implementation of an antibiotic stewardship program using Bruker’s MALDI Biotyper will share her observations at a Bruker symposium to be held during the upcoming American Society for Microbiology (ASM) General Meeting. The study, which is currently available in an online edition, showed that the average length of stay was reduced by two days for participants in the antibiotic stewardship intervention group and overall costs were reduced by almost $20,000 per patient. ...
Read MoreErgo-News from AnachemMay 29, 2013
Giving you a Helping Hand for Your Hands
The new Ergo-News is now available from Anachem. This handy booklet will really give your hands an helping hand. It is packed full of useful information about pipetting and ergonomics, Repetitive Strain Injuries and the risks created by pipetting, plus features on how to prevent RSI and how Anachem can help you.
Anyone thinking about exchanging his existing IC system should not wait any longer and switch to Metrohm now.
Less need for expensive consumables, outstanding warranties and integral, fully automated sample preparation will benefit users with lower running costs, more efficiency, and highly dependable Swiss technology - for routine analysis and research alike. Investing in Metrohm ion chromatography means routine analysis with fewer consumables such as syringe filters and filter caps required. Integral, fully automated sample preparation (inline dilution, inline calibration, inline dialysis) saves time and stress....
Lonza Appoints Scientific Laboratory Supplies as its UK Distributor for BioWhittaker™ Cell Biology Media and Molecular Biology Reagents.
Lonza has appointed Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as the sole distributor for its BioWhittaker™ cell biology media and serum product lines in the United Kingdom. SLS and Lonza have entered a strategic collaboration which aims to increase and improve the visibility, availability and service associated with the supply of this Lonza portfolio which also includes SeaKem® and SeaPlaque® agaroses, the FlashGel™ System, and PAGEr™ Precast Protein gels....
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Liquid-crystalline polymers (LCPs) are materials with exceptionally useful mechanical properties compared with ordinary industrial polymers. LCPs are not frequently used in industry due to their prohibitive production costs, but blending an LCP with a relatively common polymer is one way to utilize them at a reduced cost. Only blends that fibrillate in situ during processing, and when the fibrils maintain a solid state, do they demonstrate these superior properties...
Researchers at the University's Biomedical Research Centre have found that the gold-coloured powder can highlight fingerprints at crime scenes and can detect key characteristics of a suspect such as traces of drug abuse. After close analysis of the spice's main ingredient, curcumin, scientists found that the molecule shares the same structural characteristics as the chemicals used in Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization (MALDI) technology - a technique that allows scientists to detect and identify different molecules on surfaces.....
The key ones include initial purchase price, long term ownership cost, laboratory layout and workstation design, supplier support services, and flexibility. This last one is especially tricky, since it requires a bit of crystal ball to make sure your choice supports changing laboratory environments, due to expansion and consolidation, as well as changing trends in equipment design and usage. Follow these six tips for selecting a laboratory workstation that meets all your current needs, while positioning you to adapt to whatever comes down the parkway....
EDXRF analysis is widely used in this application, but the evolving regulatory environment requires constant development and advances in detection sensitivity. This is achieved in the iQ II through the use of polarised excitation. The instrument’s outstanding detection limit of ≤ 0.5 mg/kg sulphur and its compliance to EN ISO 13032 means it delivers reliable analysis of even sulphur-free fuels, placing it at the forefront of commercial benchtop EDXRF systems...
The School of Chemistry at the University of Nottingham is one of the leading Chemistry departments in the UK and is recognised internationally for its world leading research portfolio, excellence in teaching and extensive engagement with Industry. Its expertise spans the spectrum of modern chemical technology including synthesis, analysis and characterisation, ranging from the core chemistry disciplines to areas at the interface with biological sciences and engineering (sustainable chemical processing)......
A research team made up of scientists from Brown University, the Carnegie Institution for Science, and Case Western Reserve University has determined from lunar samples brought back by the Apollo 15 and 17 Moon missions that water from the interiors of the Earth and the Moon has a common origin. The team examined melt inclusions found in the lunar rock samples. Melt inclusions are tiny dots of volcanic glass trapped within rock crystals that prevent water from escaping during eruptions. They provide a unique snapshot of the Moon’s interior composition.
Scientists in the Laboratory of Microbiology at Wageningen UR are using a G:BOX Chemi system to accurately image both chemiluminescent and fluorescently labelled Western blots of multi-functional protein complexes belonging to the CRISPR/Cas proteins. These proteins degrade foreign DNA, thus protecting bacteria from infection and by studying them, the scientists hope to unravel how bacterial immune systems function. Determining pathways of bacterial immunity could lead to a number of applications, such as being able to immunise industrially important bacteria used in food production and large-scale fermentations against phage infection....
The company has helped the University to develop and deliver a new part-time MSc degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences that is heavily practically based and meets the needs of progressive companies. Government life sciences adviser and biotechnology entrepreneur George Freeman MP says, “Brilliance is often rewarded in science but practical skills are equally important to industry. I am delighted to see how business and academia have combined forces to create this joint initiative to address the skills shortage.”....
Manual control of aspiration and dispensing, as well as the instrument’s flexible working platforms, helps the lab achieve the precision and processing speed it requires. “The Liquidator 96 system allows you to control the pipetting speed for slow aspiration and dispensing. You can also change volumes in a single motion and move to the next step without interruption. This prevents the introduction of air bubbles and contamination,” said Dr. Natalia Ivanova, lead DNA scientist, CCDB. Avoiding rework is critical, because the CCDB processes about 300,000 samples per year from animal, plant and fungal sources following a typical DNA extraction and PCR amplification workflow....
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, through a partnership with Illumina, offers automated methods to improve processes and throughput in next generation sequencing (NGS) sample preparation. Under the agreement, Beckman Coulter will use its extensive experience in automated NGS sample preparation to develop, distribute and support automation for Illumina’s TruSeq® and Nextera® sample preparation kits and Illumina will provide technical expertise on chemistry and protocols....
The Cancer Research UK Biotherapeutics Development Unit (BDU) was constructed in 2010 at South Mimms near Potters Bar. It is a modern, MHRA licensed, fully cGMP-compliant, 2000 sq metre facility that is engaged in the process development and GMP production of novel Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) for phase I clinical trials sponsored by Cancer Research UK....
While the first one describes the determination of sodium for the manufacture of margarine, the second one describes the determination of sodium in soy milk.....
As part of ACS’ mission to “advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and its people,” the Society’s Committee on Environmental Improvement (CEI) has recognized individuals or groups who have made exemplary contributions to the incorporation of sustainability in chemical education. The ACS is especially pleased to note that these awards reflect improvements at all levels of education from K-12 to community colleges to graduate degree programs....
PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment, announced today that it is expanding its OneSource® Laboratory Services offering to include strategic laboratory consulting services. OneSource® Strategic Lab Solutions will deliver the combined power of PerkinElmer's expertise in informatics, instrumentation, service and process optimization, to increase laboratories' productivity and performance....
The Astrophysics Research Institute (ARI), which is part of Liverpool John Moores University, will relocate from offices in Birkenhead into 11,000 sq ft of space in the innovation centre two (ic2) building on Brownlow Hill in early June. As well as research into star and galaxy formations, ARI staff will be directly controlling the ‘Liverpool Telescope’ (LT) they designed and built themselves which is based on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands....
Lab M is a long-established supplier to the food industry and is expert in the development and production of ISO compliant media in convenient formats that are specifically designed to meet food testing requirements. As well as exhibiting from the Lab M product range, experts from the company’s team will be on hand to discuss the application of techniques that speed up the isolation and identification of micro-organisms....
A co-author of a groundbreaking study documenting reductions in patient length of stay and overall costs from implementation of an antibiotic stewardship program using Bruker’s MALDI Biotyper will share her observations at a Bruker symposium to be held during the upcoming American Society for Microbiology (ASM) General Meeting. The study, which is currently available in an online edition, showed that the average length of stay was reduced by two days for participants in the antibiotic stewardship intervention group and overall costs were reduced by almost $20,000 per patient. ...
The new Ergo-News is now available from Anachem. This handy booklet will really give your hands an helping hand. It is packed full of useful information about pipetting and ergonomics, Repetitive Strain Injuries and the risks created by pipetting, plus features on how to prevent RSI and how Anachem can help you.
Less need for expensive consumables, outstanding warranties and integral, fully automated sample preparation will benefit users with lower running costs, more efficiency, and highly dependable Swiss technology - for routine analysis and research alike. Investing in Metrohm ion chromatography means routine analysis with fewer consumables such as syringe filters and filter caps required. Integral, fully automated sample preparation (inline dilution, inline calibration, inline dialysis) saves time and stress....
Lonza has appointed Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) as the sole distributor for its BioWhittaker™ cell biology media and serum product lines in the United Kingdom. SLS and Lonza have entered a strategic collaboration which aims to increase and improve the visibility, availability and service associated with the supply of this Lonza portfolio which also includes SeaKem® and SeaPlaque® agaroses, the FlashGel™ System, and PAGEr™ Precast Protein gels....