The work of scientists and campaigners from around the world to end animal testing is being celebrated in a special issue of FRAME’s peer-reviewed journal ATLA (Alternatives to Laboratory Animals) Journal.
Produced each year in collaboration with the Lush Prize, the largest annual prize fund rewarding initiatives to end animal testing for toxicology research, the special issue of ATLA is a reflective look at the work of last year’s Lush Prize winners. Copies will be distributed at the awards dinner later this week. Included in the journal, are the winners of the 2014 Lush Prize for Science, Professor Grafström, and Dr Kohonen from Sweden’s Karolinska...
LGC, the international life sciences and measurement company, today announces that it has acquired Maine Standards Company, the leading provider of calibration verification materials for clinical laboratories in the US.
The acquisition bolsters LGC’s growing portfolio of reference materials and proficiency testing (PT) schemes for the clinical market. Euan O’Sullivan, Managing Director of LGC’s Standards Division, said, “We are delighted to welcome Maine Standards Company to LGC. Our two organisations represent a highly complementary commercial and cultural fit, with a common commitment to developing products of the very highest quality for the benefit of...
Research breakthrough could lead to better prostate cancer treatment
Cancer researchers from the University of Glasgow and Royal Philips Cancer researchers have identified a gene which could help doctors to predict the aggressiveness of prostate cancer in patients. Their research, reported in the current edition of the British Journal of Cancer, could lead to more effective personalised treatment for prostate cancer and significantly reduce the number of unnecessary prostate cancer surgeries. Prostate cancer is the...
The inaugural Diabetes Professional Care (DPC) 2015 conference and exhibition was a major success.
Clinical scientists right through to pharmacists flocked to the Barbican Exhibition Centre to see how the new event – the UK’s only free-to-attend CPD accredited – would shape up. The overwhelming consensus was that it worked brilliantly and has plugged a major hole in the UK diabetes market. Punya Liyanage, Health Economy Liaison Manager – Diabetes – Janssen, visiting the show, enthused: “Fantastic to have a free-to-attend...
The European Commission has signed the grant agreement for the latest phase of the GÉANT project, GN4-1, which runs to April 2016 with a funding level of €25m.
"I am delighted to announce the signature of the new grant agreement between GÉANT and the EC. With this signature, we will reinforce even further our pan-European network for scientific excellence and European research and innovation. By assuring world-leading connectivity between Europe and the rest of the world in support of global research collaborations, GÉANT continues to help researchers and the wider community to...
The funds will be used to fuel international growth and to enter into the in-vitro diagnostics market.
Ovizio Imaging Systems, an innovative Belgian company developing cell counting solutions based on quantitative microscopy for life sciences applications, today announces it has secured a funding round of €8m ($9.1m) co-led by New Science Ventures, a US-based venture capital firm, and a private investor. This funding round...
Cherwell publishes case study discussing key considerations when purchasing an active air sampler
Cherwell Laboratories, specialists in cleanroom microbiology solutions for the pharmaceutical and related industries, has been assisting Portsmouth Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Unit (PMU) in their extensive environmental monitoring (EM) programme for over 20 years. Such is PMU’s confidence in Cherwell and its products, the facility has recently purchased an additional SAS Super 180 microbial monitoring air sampler. Cherwell has subsequently...
Protagen AG, a leading specialist in the development of novel diagnostic tests and companion diagnostics in the autoimmune field, today launched Multilisa® BICD2 a research use only (RUO) ELISA to aid in the diagnosis of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).
The SeroTag® platform of Protagen continuously delivers novel and proprietary markers helping to define autoimmune diseases on the molecular level. The newly discovered anti-BICD2 autoantibodies originate from this platform and are found in approximately 30% of patients with SSc. Anti-BICD2 autoantibodies are highly associated with the limited form of SSc and, behind the classical markers such as anti-Centromere...
INTEGRA reports on a new technical note produced by Analytik Jena that compares the performance of the INTEGRA VOYAGER adjustable tip spacing multichannel pipette with a manual single channel pipette for performing real-time PCR experiments.
As reaction components for real-time PCR experiments come in a range of different labware formats, scientists traditionally have used single channel pipettes to prepare the reaction mixes. Unfortunately preparing and transferring samples one by one is not only error prone but also very time consuming. In this technical note the authors compare the results from using an 8-channel VOYAGER pipette and a conventional single channel pipette...
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics today announced the availability of an independent case study, undertaken in Spain, that demonstrates that the company’s DxN VERIS Molecular Diagnostics System* has the potential to improve productivity and turnaround times. The study, conducted by Nexus Global Solutions (Plano, Texas, USA) was undertaken with the assistance of Professor Jordi Vila, Head of Department of Clinical Microbiology...
LaVison BioTec, developers of advanced microscopy solutions for the life sciences, report on the work of Nicolas Renier, a Post-Doctoral Fellow in the laboratory of Marc Tessier-Lavigne at the Rockefeller University in New York where he applies light sheet microscopy to study axon rewiring in adult nervous systems.
Drs Nicolas Renier and Zhuhao Wu are post-doctoral fellows in the laboratory of Marc Tessier-Lavigne at the Rockefeller University in New York where they have co-developed methodologies to develop new imaging techniques applying light sheet microscopy to the study axon rewiring in adult nervous systems. It is hoped that this could lead to an understanding as to how experience or even pathologies such as Alzheimer's...
Radleys Findenser Super Air Condenser has made a considerable impression at Roche, Switzerland after Daniel Zimmerli and his intern put ten of the innovative devices through their paces with Roche internal testing.
He was able to confirm that the Findenser not only saves precious water, but also completely removes the risk of leaks and flooding in the laboratory. “If I had my way, good old water or intensive condensers would soon be a thing of the past” said Dr Zimmerli, speaking in an interview for the company magazine myRoche 2015/4, “this small, relatively inconspicuous laboratory device will bring about considerable improvements...
The GeneCatcher provides a simple and inexpensive way of removing bands from gels. In a simple two-step process anyone can now rapidly remove bands with just one hand.
The GeneCatcher tip fits all standard 1000µl pipettors. Simply push onto the pipette one of the rectangular 4.00mm x 1.00mm or 6.5mm x 1mm tips and you are ready to go. Select the band for extraction and push the tip onto the band and remove. To then remove the band from the GeneCatcher just use the pipettor release action to place it into a suitable container. All of this can be done in an efficient one handed operation.
The Cell Therapy Catapult, the UK organisation dedicated to the growth of the UK cell and gene therapy industry by bridging the gap between scientific research and commercialisation, today announces the official initiation of construction for its cell and gene therapy manufacturing centre. John Brown marked the beginning of construction at an event on the site. Marking the importance of the manufacturing centre to the international cell...
The Madrid Technology Center of global energy company Repsol relies on two Freedom EVO® platforms for colony picking and enzymatic assays for research into fossil fuel alternatives, using Tecan’s 350 µl nested LiHa disposable tips to achieve extended walkaway times.
Jose Miguel Seoane, a researcher in the biotechnology department, explained: “The investigation of new biological applications involves screening large numbers of mutants of different micro-organisms, enabling the best performing candidates to be selected for further studies. As we test thousands of different mutations, automated high throughput screening is the key to our success.”....
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Beckman Coulter Life Sciences and IncellDx, Inc. announced today they have signed a distribution agreement which focuses exclusively on clinical researchers in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan working on the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and cancer.
The commercial partnership brings the power of multi-parameter flow cytometry to molecular testing, improving workflow while delivering sensitive and highly reliable cell identification. IncellDx’s next generation (3Dx) investigational molecular assay used to quantify HPV E6, E7 mRNA in single cells has been specially optimized to run on Beckman Coulter’s innovative CytoFLEX flow cytometry system.* The high throughput system instrument...
The Priorclave QCS 100 laboratory autoclave is the perfect choice for any lab manager or technician looking for a more compact, economically priced 100 litre capacity autoclave.
The 500mm diameter chamber, believed to be largest currently available for this size of machine, ensures that the autoclave design has a much smaller overall footprint, providing laboratories with the opportunity to have installed the QCS100 where other designs are often too large. This front-loading autoclave achieves its extremely competitive pricing by using a cylindrical chamber that is manufactured by Priorclave to the highest pressure-vessel safety standards....
Visitors at the SLAS in San Diego will witness the international premiere of the new reference multi-mode HTS reader PHERAstar® FSX.
The latest evolution in microplate reader instrumentation combines the best sensitivity on the market, highest speed and unmatched flexibility in plate formats up to 3456 wells. Visit booth #915 from January 23rd-27th to see German engineering at its best. The ultimate microplate reader for HTS applications. Built upon the successful PHERAstar® FS platform, the PHERAstar® FSX has improved features that make it superior...
Lab Innovations 2015, the UK’s only event dedicated to laboratory equipment, technology and services, saw a record-breaking number of visitors through its doors, with over 2,000 in attendance.
The event, which took place at Birmingham’s NEC on 4 & 5 November, witnessed the UK’s largest collection of science and laboratory innovation under one roof. Daniel Gray, Lab Innovations Event Manager comments: “The attendance figures for this year’s show have exceeded our expectations. The show has once again proven that it is the go-to event for all lab professionals. This year more than ever we saw the show bring together the...
Leading industry experts will meet at the Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference (20-21 January 2016, Holiday Inn Kensington Forum, London, UK) to discuss the updates in Rapid Microbal Detection Techniques.
Exclusive speech on Bioburen test by Rapid Microbiological Methods will be given by Francesco Boschi, Microbiological Services Manager, GSK Manufacturing S.p.A. where he will present examples of implementation of new technologies for bioburen test. Adrianne Klijn, Group Leader Microbiological and Molecular Analytics, Nestle Research Center will discuss new mechanisms of bacterial detection using sequencing mechanism and give an insight into rapid microbiology sequencing methods.
Produced each year in collaboration with the Lush Prize, the largest annual prize fund rewarding initiatives to end animal testing for toxicology research, the special issue of ATLA is a reflective look at the work of last year’s Lush Prize winners. Copies will be distributed at the awards dinner later this week. 
The acquisition bolsters LGC’s growing portfolio of reference materials and proficiency testing (PT) schemes for the clinical market. Euan O’Sullivan, Managing Director of LGC’s Standards Division, said, “We are delighted to welcome Maine Standards Company to LGC. Our two organisations represent a highly complementary commercial and cultural fit, with a common commitment to developing products of the very highest quality for the benefit of...
Cancer researchers from the University of Glasgow and Royal Philips Cancer researchers have identified a gene which could help doctors to predict the aggressiveness of prostate cancer in patients. 
Clinical scientists right through to pharmacists flocked to the Barbican Exhibition Centre to see how the new event – the UK’s only free-to-attend CPD accredited – would shape up. The overwhelming consensus was that it worked brilliantly and has plugged a major hole in the UK diabetes market. 
"I am delighted to announce the signature of the new grant agreement between GÉANT and the EC. With this signature, we will reinforce even further our pan-European network for scientific excellence and European research and innovation. By assuring world-leading connectivity between Europe and the rest of the world in support of global research collaborations, GÉANT continues to help researchers and the wider community to...
Ovizio Imaging Systems, an innovative Belgian company developing cell counting solutions based on quantitative microscopy for life sciences applications, today announces it has secured a funding round of €8m ($9.1m) co-led by New Science Ventures, a US-based venture capital firm, and a private investor. This funding round...
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As reaction components for real-time PCR experiments come in a range of different labware formats, scientists traditionally have used single channel pipettes to prepare the reaction mixes. Unfortunately preparing and transferring samples one by one is not only error prone but also very time consuming. 
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics today announced the availability of an independent case study, undertaken in Spain, that demonstrates that the company’s DxN VERIS Molecular Diagnostics System* has the potential to improve productivity and turnaround times. 
He was able to confirm that the Findenser not only saves precious water, but also completely removes the risk of leaks and flooding in the laboratory. 
The GeneCatcher tip fits all standard 1000µl pipettors. Simply push onto the pipette one of the rectangular 4.00mm x 1.00mm or 6.5mm x 1mm tips and you are ready to go. Select the band for extraction and push the tip onto the band and remove. To then remove the band from the GeneCatcher just use the pipettor release action to place it into a suitable container. All of this can be done in an efficient one handed operation.
The Cell Therapy Catapult, the UK organisation dedicated to the growth of the UK cell and gene therapy industry by bridging the gap between scientific research and commercialisation, today announces the official initiation of construction for its cell and gene therapy manufacturing centre. 
Simply place the filters on your receiving vials and gently close the station – done.
The commercial partnership brings the power of multi-parameter flow cytometry to molecular testing, improving workflow while delivering sensitive and highly reliable cell identification. 
The 500mm diameter chamber, believed to be largest currently available for this size of machine, ensures that the autoclave design has a much smaller overall footprint, providing laboratories with the opportunity to have installed the QCS100 where other designs are often too large. This front-loading autoclave achieves its extremely competitive pricing by using a cylindrical chamber that is manufactured by Priorclave to the highest pressure-vessel safety standards....
The latest evolution in microplate reader instrumentation combines the best sensitivity on the market, highest speed and unmatched flexibility in plate formats up to 3456 wells. Visit booth #915 from January 23
The event, which took place at Birmingham’s NEC on 4 & 5 November, witnessed the UK’s largest collection of science and laboratory innovation under one roof. 
Exclusive speech on Bioburen test by Rapid Microbiological Methods will be given by Francesco Boschi, Microbiological Services Manager, GSK Manufacturing S.p.A. where he will present examples of implementation of new technologies for bioburen test. Adrianne Klijn, Group Leader Microbiological and Molecular Analytics, Nestle Research Center will discuss new mechanisms of bacterial detection using sequencing mechanism and give an insight into rapid microbiology sequencing methods.