HORIBA Scientific, a global leader in Raman Spectroscopy, just announced new Silver AFM-TERS probes to provide the highest resolution for NanoRaman Systems.
The TERS probes have been the primary limiting factor that prevented NanoRaman from becoming a routine and analytical characterization technique. Today, HORIBA completes their TERS Probes line with new Silver coated AFM-TERS probes that offer x10 more Raman amplification than the Au coated AFM-TERS probes.....
Biochrom has a long history of manufacturing quality scientific instruments for a wide range of applications in the clinical, life-science and industrial market.
Biochrom is pleased to announce the release of two new products to the Libra Visible Spectrophotometer Range, the Libra S4+ and S6+ spectrophotometers. The new Libra spectrophotometers are ideal for education and QC laboratories. Both models are compact, lightweight and ergonomically designed....
OGT workshop at ESHG highlighted the impact of exon-level CNV analysis on accurate detection of genetic disorders
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), The Molecular Genetics Company, held an exclusive workshop exploring the power of exon-focused microarrays in enhancing genetic syndrome research at the recent European Human Genetics Conference (ESHG). Three expert clinical researchers from across the globe shared their knowledge of enhanced CNV detection with OGT’s CytoSure™ Constitutional v3 array, helping viewers...
Synbiosis, a long-established, expert manufacturer of automated microbiological systems, has introduced its new ProDilute gravimetric diluter.
The system, complete with automated volume adjustment diluting is suitable for busy microbiology laboratories that want rapid, accurate and repeatable sample dilutions. The ProDilute features automatic dilution of diluent based on the weight of the sample, guaranteeing precision, as well as protecting microbiologists from repetitive strain injury issues associated with repeatedly pipetting large numbers of dilutions....
Air Science introduces a NEW line of Ductless Nanoparticle Containment Enclosures.
Though nanotechnology continues to advance in a variety of industries, few effective containment solutions for 1nm to 100nm particles exist. The Purair® NANO enclosure is designed to contain nanomaterial particles that are 100nm or less in diameter (ultrafine) for use in aerospace, research, pharmaceutical, academia and more. At the heart of the Purair product line is innovative ductless technology. Constructed with a stainless steel infrastructure...
New worldwide, exclusive license agreement provides broad access to institut Pasteur's virus vector technology - Zika vaccine development progressing with high priority.
Themis successfully extended its existing license agreement with Institut Pasteur, France, which grants the company a broad access to a well-established virus vaccine vector technology. The safety and tolerability profile of the vector was already proven in a Phase I trial when the two partners used the technology platform for the development of a first in class Chikungunya vaccine...
In-depth profiling of IgG glycosylation coupled with ADCC assays enables generation of robust biosimilar comparability data
Sartorius Stedim Biotech (SSB), a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, announced the launched of a new Released N-Glycan Assay for the in-depth profiling of IgG glycosylation. This new physico-chemical assay, developed by SSB’s subsidiary BioOutsource and offered in combination with its unique Antibody Dependent Cell Cytotoxicity (ADCC) assay platform, combines data on the molecular structure...
Today Lonza announced the release of a new e-Learning Module for its QC Insider™ Toolbox, “Overcoming Interference,” which covers the causes of interference in the Bacterial Endotoxins Test (BET) and provides the user with solutions to help ensure compliance.
Being able to overcome the inhibitory or enhancing properties of a sample is required by the BET monograph, the validation of which forms part of the test for the final product release of injectable drugs and medical devices. Many of the pharmaceutical products that are either in use or being developed today have characteristics that cause them to interfere with the BET....
The Spectroline®Spectrolinker™ XL-1000 UV crosslinker could be the biotech researcher's most versatile instrument.
It’s ideal for many applications including: elimination of PCR contamination, crosslinking of DNA and RNA, nicking ethidium-bromide-stained DNA, gene mapping, RecA mutation screening and testing, UV sterilization, UV-induced polymerization, UV intensity monitoring and many other UV-dosage applications....
Avacta Group plc and Glythera Limited announce that they have established a collaboration to evaluate the use of Glythera’s PermaLink™ conjugation chemistry in combination with Avacta’s Affimer technology with the aim of developing a new class of highly targeted bio-therapeutics as a superior alternative to the established class of antibody drug conjugates (ADCs).
ADCs use an antibody to which a toxin/chemotherapy payload is chemically attached for targeted delivery to a tumour. Over 50 ADCs are currently in clinical development; of these, approximately a quarter are in Phase II or Phase III. The market is estimated to be worth around $1bn today from two approved compounds and is expected to be worth $10bn annually by 2024.
A celebratory topping-out ceremony has taken place for the new University of Glasgow £16m Imaging Centre of Excellence (ICE) building on the grounds of the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
This ground-breaking new centre, supported by the NHS and funded by the UK Government and the Medical Research Council (MRC) as part of the Glasgow City Region City Deal, will provide world-leading clinical research facilities and provide a hub for academic, scientific and NHS clinical expertise into brain imaging in diseases such as stroke, dementia and brain tumours....
A new streamlined approach to genetic testing for women with ovarian cancer provides testing rapidly and affordably, allowing many more patients to benefit from personalised cancer management and their relatives to benefit from cancer prevention strategies.
The new approach offers cancer patients the opportunity to get gene testing at one of their routine cancer clinic appointments instead of having to be referred to a separate genetic testing clinic. As well as offering a more streamlined patient journey, the pathway is less resource intensive for health systems and could save the NHS millions of pounds per year, if implemented nationally....
The Postnova TF2000 is an advanced thermal field flow fractionation (TF3) system that provides a highly efficient method of separating and characterising complex polymer samples such as natural or synthetic rubbers, starches and paints from approximately 10 kDa up to 100 MDa and more in organic and aqueous solvents.
The TF2000 uses a temperature gradient as the driving force for its separation of polymers and particles. Molecules affected by the thermal gradient undergo diffusion which enables separation by both their molar mass and chemical composition. This unique feature allows the separation of different materials having the same molar mass....
Scientists from the University of Glasgow have concluded that focusing health messages on sugar in isolation may mislead consumers on the need to also reduce overall calories, including those from fat.
The research, published today in the International Journal of Epidemiology, looked at data from 132,479 people from across the UK, who completed online diet questionnaires as well as having their measurements taken at a clinic....
Cresset is pleased to announce that BASF Crop Protection has invested in a global license giving their agrochemical researchers in Germany and India access to computational chemistry tools.
“Cresset software had previously been subject to an exclusivity agreement with a leading agrochemical company,” explains Dr David Bardsley, Commercial Director at Cresset. “Now our software is available across this industry we are experiencing a surge of interest from agrochemical companies keen to take advantage of our novel techniques...
MR Solutions, which introduced cryogen-free MRI scanners in 2012, is now offering a choice of two cryogen-free preclinical scanner ranges – the Flexiscan and Powerscan.
The Flexiscan range is available with multi-modality accessories which can be mixed and matched according to research requirements. It is a flexible MRI system as it can incorporate integrated multi-modality options such as PET or SPECT. The Flexiscan system requires no specialist knowledge and can be operated simply by running pre-defined settings....
The Genevac Rocket™ Synergy Evaporator is a powerful tool proven to accelerate traditionally difficult and time consuming chiral separation protocols.
In recent years there has also been considerable interest in the synthesis and separation of enantiomers of organic compounds especially because of their growing importance in the natural products, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. In these preparative syntheses the chiral analytes of interest are typically separated in large volumes of solvent....
Lipids remained in the shadow of the ongoing “omics” upheaval in biology. But this is now changing. It was never so easy for researchers from universi-ties, research institutes and clinics to try out lipidomics. Lipotype enables researchers to integrate lipidomics in their research...
Porvair Sciences range of high performance PCR plates are made from polypropylene for extra rigidity.
These plates are compatible with the majority of 96- and 384-well block PCR and sequencing instruments, including fast sequencers and the (TM) RT-PCR machine. Manufactured under Class 10,000 clean room conditions the complete range of 13 microplates is certified free of pyrogens as well as DNAse and RNAse enzyme activity enabling optimised PCR results....
Syngene, a world-leading manufacturer of image analysis solutions, is pleased to introduce the powerful, NuGenius gel imaging system.
This easy-to-use system quickly generates high quality images of DNA gels and will suit laboratories looking for a sensitive, affordable routine gel imager. Complete with a high-resolution 5-million-pixel camera, UV filter and integrated processor the compact NuGenius is the perfect choice for quick, accurate DNA imaging. Featuring a touch screen controlled by image capture software, the system is simple for both students and experienced scientists alike to set up and...
Syrris, a world leader in chemistry product innovation, has launched the Titan Syringe Pump, a continuous flow chemical processing module.
Suitable for lab, pilot and production scale applications, this extremely chemically-resistant single channel pump combines powerful drive motors, clever valve design and software control to deliver ultra-smooth flow rates from 1 to 250 ml/min. The Titan Syringe Pump is designed for safe and reliable scale-up. Carefully constructed from long-life materials, it operates effortlessly at pressures up to 20 bar and...
Program aims to improve access to cancer care in Africa and increase number of oncologists on the continent - Paediatric and adult medical fellowship planned for African doctors in India
Merck, a leading science and technology company, today announced to start the first Merck Africa Medical Oncology Fellowship Program for Sub-Saharan African countries in partnership with University of Nairobi, Kenya. The program will be conducted at University of Nairobi and is part of Merck’s efforts to improve access to cancer care and strengthen the healthcare system in emerging markets....
The TERS probes have been the primary limiting factor that prevented NanoRaman from becoming a routine and analytical characterization technique. Today, HORIBA completes their TERS Probes line with new Silver coated AFM-TERS probes that offer x10 more Raman amplification than the Au coated AFM-TERS probes.....
Biochrom is pleased to announce the release of two new products to the Libra Visible Spectrophotometer Range, the Libra S4+ and S6+ spectrophotometers. The new Libra spectrophotometers are ideal for education and QC laboratories. Both models are compact, lightweight and ergonomically designed....
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), The Molecular Genetics Company, held an exclusive workshop exploring the power of exon-focused microarrays in enhancing genetic syndrome research at the recent European Human Genetics Conference (ESHG). Three expert clinical researchers from across the globe shared their knowledge of enhanced CNV detection with OGT’s CytoSure™ Constitutional v3 array, helping viewers...
The system, complete with automated volume adjustment diluting is suitable for busy microbiology laboratories that want rapid, accurate and repeatable sample dilutions. The ProDilute features automatic dilution of diluent based on the weight of the sample, guaranteeing precision, as well as protecting microbiologists from repetitive strain injury issues associated with repeatedly pipetting large numbers of dilutions....
Though nanotechnology continues to advance in a variety of industries, few effective containment solutions for 1nm to 100nm particles exist. The Purair® NANO enclosure is designed to contain nanomaterial particles that are 100nm or less in diameter (ultrafine) for use in aerospace, research, pharmaceutical, academia and more. At the heart of the Purair product line is innovative ductless technology. Constructed with a stainless steel infrastructure...
Themis successfully extended its existing license agreement with Institut Pasteur, France, which grants the company a broad access to a well-established virus vaccine vector technology. The safety and tolerability profile of the vector was already proven in a Phase I trial when the two partners used the technology platform for the development of a first in class Chikungunya vaccine...
Sartorius Stedim Biotech (SSB), a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, announced the launched of a new Released N-Glycan Assay for the in-depth profiling of IgG glycosylation. This new physico-chemical assay, developed by SSB’s subsidiary BioOutsource and offered in combination with its unique Antibody Dependent Cell Cytotoxicity (ADCC) assay platform, combines data on the molecular structure...
Being able to overcome the inhibitory or enhancing properties of a sample is required by the BET monograph, the validation of which forms part of the test for the final product release of injectable drugs and medical devices. Many of the pharmaceutical products that are either in use or being developed today have characteristics that cause them to interfere with the BET....
It’s ideal for many applications including: elimination of PCR contamination, crosslinking of DNA and RNA, nicking ethidium-bromide-stained DNA, gene mapping, RecA mutation screening and testing, UV sterilization, UV-induced polymerization, UV intensity monitoring and many other UV-dosage applications....
This ground-breaking new centre, supported by the NHS and funded by the UK Government and the Medical Research Council (MRC) as part of the Glasgow City Region City Deal, will provide world-leading clinical research facilities and provide a hub for academic, scientific and NHS clinical expertise into brain imaging in diseases such as stroke, dementia and brain tumours....
The new approach offers cancer patients the opportunity to get gene testing at one of their routine cancer clinic appointments instead of having to be referred to a separate genetic testing clinic. As well as offering a more streamlined patient journey, the pathway is less resource intensive for health systems and could save the NHS millions of pounds per year, if implemented nationally....
The TF2000 uses a temperature gradient as the driving force for its separation of polymers and particles. Molecules affected by the thermal gradient undergo diffusion which enables separation by both their molar mass and chemical composition. This unique feature allows the separation of different materials having the same molar mass....
“Cresset software had previously been subject to an exclusivity agreement with a leading agrochemical company,” explains Dr David Bardsley, Commercial Director at Cresset. “Now our software is available across this industry we are experiencing a surge of interest from agrochemical companies keen to take advantage of our novel techniques...
The Flexiscan range is available with multi-modality accessories which can be mixed and matched according to research requirements. It is a flexible MRI system as it can incorporate integrated multi-modality options such as PET or SPECT. The Flexiscan system requires no specialist knowledge and can be operated simply by running pre-defined settings....
In recent years there has also been considerable interest in the synthesis and separation of enantiomers of organic compounds especially because of their growing importance in the natural products, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. In these preparative syntheses the chiral analytes of interest are typically separated in large volumes of solvent....
Lipids remained in the shadow of the ongoing “omics” upheaval in biology. But this is now changing. It was never so easy for researchers from universi-ties, research institutes and clinics to try out lipidomics. Lipotype enables researchers to integrate lipidomics in their research... 
These plates are compatible with the majority of 96- and 384-well block PCR and sequencing instruments, including fast sequencers and the (TM) RT-PCR machine. Manufactured under Class 10,000 clean room conditions the complete range of 13 microplates is certified free of pyrogens as well as DNAse and RNAse enzyme activity enabling optimised PCR results....
This easy-to-use system quickly generates high quality images of DNA gels and will suit laboratories looking for a sensitive, affordable routine gel imager. Complete with a high-resolution 5-million-pixel camera, UV filter and integrated processor the compact NuGenius is the perfect choice for quick, accurate DNA imaging. Featuring a touch screen controlled by image capture software, the system is simple for both students and experienced scientists alike to set up and...
Suitable for lab, pilot and production scale applications, this extremely chemically-resistant single channel pump combines powerful drive motors, clever valve design and software control to deliver ultra-smooth flow rates from 1 to 250 ml/min. The Titan Syringe Pump is designed for safe and reliable scale-up. Carefully constructed from long-life materials, it operates effortlessly at pressures up to 20 bar and...