FLIR Systems has published a new paper that looks to strip away the technical jargon terms and explain infrared camera accuracy and measurement uncertainty in plain language.
Often explanations of infrared camera measurement accuracy involve complex terms and jargon that can be confusing and misleading. To trust measurements from infrared cameras when you don’t have a clear understanding of how their sensitivity and accuracy is derived means you are unlikely to get the best results. The authors of the paper explain infrared camera accuracy specifications and introduce the...
Today Lonza introduced the 4D-NucleofectorTM LV Unit to its transfection platforms.
The new unit expands the proven 4D-Nucleofector™ System to closed, larger-scale transfection of up to 1x109 cells. Transfection protocols can be established in smaller scale using the 4D-Nucleofector™ X Unit and smoothly transferred to larger scale without the need for re-optimization....
Syngene, a world-leading manufacturer of image analysis solutions, is pleased to introduce a new Dynamic Fielding feature in its GeneSys image capture software.
This powerful feature autocorrects for edge effects caused by all lens and lighting in image analysers, providing a consistent image for scientists to accurately quantify DNA and proteins on their gels. With UV, blue and white lighting and lenses used in all CCD based image analysis systems, there is an edge effect which makes the outside lanes of a gel darker than the middle. This can cause inaccuracy issues if the...
Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments, have announced the launch of a new heating stage that can control sample temperatures up to 1500 °C whilst maintaining a clear optical path for observing any changes in its characteristics.
Linkam high temperature stages are used in a wide variety of applications including geology, metallurgy, ceramics and high temperature polymers. When some samples are heated to high temperatures, they can release volatile components which condense on the window, obscuring the optical path. To overcome this, Linkam engineers have developed a simple but extremely effective solution. The new HS1500...
CEREBRO sample tracking and workflow solution deployed to reduce errors
Pathline Emerge, a leading provider of subspecialized anatomic pathology services, has teamed up with Leica Biosystems, a global leader in pathology solutions. In order to fight against medical errors in the laboratory, such as the misidentification of cancer tests, Pathline has implemented Leica Biosystems CEREBRO, a state-of the-art sample tracking and workflow management solution....
Malvern Instruments has launched the new Zetasizer AT, a robust, online, automated analyzer that uses dynamic light scattering (DLS) to automatically measure the size of nanoparticles in suspensions and emulsions.
The new analyzer provides timely and reliable data that enables tracking of processes in the sub-micron size range, such as emulsification, dispersion, milling and homogenization, while at the same time eliminating the delays and inefficiencies associated with manual analysis....
Reaction Biology Corporation, a leading early stage contract research organization, announced today that it will join a national network of scientists to increase cancer drug discovery and development, centered at the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research.
The Frederick National Lab, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute, is managing the expansion of the Chemical Biology Consortium to 22 sites around the country with world-class expertise in high-throughput screening, structural biology, medicinal chemistry, compound profiling, cancer cell biology, and animal models for oncology. The Reaction Biology will participate in the consortium via a research subcontract from...
AMSBIO has introduced a wide selection of new high quality products for exosome research.
Formulated to be quick, affordable and easy to use, AMSBIO's new expanded suite of quantification kits, isolation tools, standards, DNA & RNA extraction kits, antibodies and cell culture reagents will facilitate your understanding of exosomes using a wide variety of samples. Exosomes are small endosome derived lipid nanoparticles actively secreted by exocytosis in most living cells. Release of exosomes occurs either constitutively or...
Asynt has introduced new reaction inserts for its DrySyn Heating Block range enabling scientists to now conduct precisely controlled heated/stirred experiments in 3 Dram vials, 20ml Scintillation vials and 2ml HPLC sample vials**.
The new multi position blocks when combined with a DrySyn base unit allow up to 27 experiments to be performed in parallel. DrySyn heating blocks enable clean, safe synthesis without the hazards or problems associated with silicon oil baths or heating mantles. With no messy oil, heat resistant handles, and the most comprehensive range of simple-to-configure reaction inserts (for round bottom flasks, pear shaped flasks, boiling tubes, NMR tubes and vials) - DrySyn is...
BioAscent Discovery, has launched Compound Cloud, a unique new service for early-stage drug discovery, providing rapid online access to a diverse collection of IP-free, high-quality chemicals for screening.
The service applies the cloud-computing concept to drug discovery by enabling scientists to remotely pick and choose specific compounds of interest from over 125,000 stored at BioAscent’s state-of-the-art facility - as well as an increasing number of third party collections - and have them quickly prepared and delivered in the format and volume selected. Alternatively users can order convenient, pre-plated sets that...
New SureSeq™ FFPE DNA Repair Mix delivers excellent sequencing data for confident variant calling from minimal DNA input
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), The Molecular Genetics Company, has introduced its SureSeq™ FFPE DNA Repair Mix — optimised to repair a broad range of damage in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) derived DNA. The mix effectively repairs DNA damage, improving library yields, on-target rates and mean target coverage, while removing fixation and storage artefacts and reducing the amount of starting...
Private equity firm Holland Venture and the Brabant Development Agency (BOM) are together investing in CytoSMART Technologies.
Founded in 2012 under the name CytoMATE, CytoSMART is a spin-off of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). The company develops smart devices for use in laboratories around the world. The first product, CytoSMARTTM Lux, is a small digital microscope that can be used to continually monitor cell cultures in a CO2 incubator and send the images straight to the cloud, where they can then be examined by...
Postnova Analytics reports on exciting advances in the analysis of plasma proteins using a hyphenated system that couples asymmetric flow Field-Flow Fractionation (AF4) and inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS).
In a new application study researchers show how an AF4-ICP-MS system is able to obtain valuable information on the multi-element speciation and absolute molecular mass of human plasma proteins such as Albumin and Transferrin. Human Serum Albumin (HSA) and Transferrin are the two main plasma proteins that are known to bind and transfer metal ions in biological fluids. Metal-protein complexes are involved...
Company welcomes new customers with promise to provide seamless support for genomics research
Integrated DNA Technologies, the global leader in custom nucleic acid synthesis, has announced the acquisition of ValueGene, Inc. (“ValueGene”), an oligonucleotide synthesis services company based in San Diego, California. ValueGene offers custom DNA and RNA oligonucleotide synthesis products, including PAGE and HPLC purification and modification services. Dr Joseph A Walder, IDT founder and chief executive officer...
AMSBIO has launched a range of new TIGIT receptor products including a Jurkat cell line, Homogeneous assay kits and recombinant proteins for immunotherapy research.
Human T-cell immunoreceptor with Ig and ITIM domains (TIGIT) is a receptor expressed on the surface of human T cells and NK cells that binds to CD155 and CD112 present on the surface of dendritic cells. The binding of TIGIT with CD155 or CD112 results in inhibition of T cell and NK cell activation. Antibodies and other agents that inhibit this signaling pathway have known to increase the immune response, particularly...
Porvair Sciences range of 384-well plates are produced in class 10,000 cleanroom conditions from superior grade, ultra-clean polypropylene to strict quality control guidelines.
Available both sterile and non-sterile, Porvair 384-well plates provide a perfect solution for sample storage and assay set-up, allowing dilutions and aliquots to be simply handled, stored, or transported. Manufactured extra flat to ensure effective sealing, Porvair 384-well plates maintain your sample integrity over extended periods down to –80ºC. Manufactured to conform to ANSI/SLAS plate dimensions all Porvair...
EIKOS Enables Routine, High-Performance 3D Nanoanalysis For Both Industrial and Research Applications.
CAMECA, a world leader in scientific instrumentation and metrology solutions, is pleased to announce the release of EIKOSTM, a new atom probe microscope. EIKOS provides accessibility to atom probe tomography with increased ease of use and a low cost of ownership. Utilizing standard microscopy sample preparation methods, it delivers nanoscale structural information that is expected to yield a greater understanding of...
Workflow-driven software and expanded Thermo Fisher Cloud solutions provide accelerated route to discovery
Researchers looking to simplify compound identification, quantitation and complex data analysis now have access to a wide range of software and cloud solutions designed to allow users to analyze, share and discover unique insights in several applications, including proteomics, metabolomics, food safety and biopharmaceutical characterization. Built with customization in mind, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s life sciences...
Thermo Scientific Q Exactive BioPharma enables three powerful new protein characterization workflows on one instrument
Researchers performing biopharmaceutical characterization can now benefit from a single system from Thermo Fisher Scientific that enables three powerful workflows for the complete characterization of biotherapeutics. The new Thermo Scientific Q Exactive BioPharma MS/MS Hybrid Quadropole-Orbitrap mass spectrometer takes full advantage of the high-resolution, accurate-mass (HRAM) capabilities of the Orbitrap...
Autoscribe Informatics is delighted to announce a record order intake for its Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) in the USA.
Results for the 6 months to April 2016 showed a total increase of orders of 161%, with April itself showing the highest ever order book for a single month. Autoscribe Informatics President, John Boother, said: “This is the latest step in a period of sustained growth for the company. It is a just reward for the effort we have put in to growing the business in the USA. We have increased our sales and support team there...
INTEGRA announces the launch of eight and twelve channel versions of its innovative EVOLVE manual pipette.
Unlike traditional pipettes which utilize a single rotating plunger to set volumes, the EVOLVE features three adjustable dials for setting each individual volume digit. Simply depress and twist the plunger to unlock the volume dials. Once unlocked, freely adjust the three dials to rapidly set the desired volume. This revolutionary approach allows users to set volumes more than ten times faster....
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, strengthened its industry-leading analytical instruments platform with innovative systems designed to help pharmaceutical and biologics producers more efficiently discover and develop candidate drugs.
“The success of our innovation strategy is based on continuous collaboration with our customers,” said Marc N. Casper, president and chief executive officer Thermo Fisher Scientific. “Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer, and we are committed to providing them with the most advanced analytical technologies to help them facilitate research and accelerate discovery....
Often explanations of infrared camera measurement accuracy involve complex terms and jargon that can be confusing and misleading. To trust measurements from infrared cameras when you don’t have a clear understanding of how their sensitivity and accuracy is derived means you are unlikely to get the best results. The authors of the paper explain infrared camera accuracy specifications and introduce the...
The new unit expands the proven 4D-Nucleofector™ System to closed, larger-scale transfection of up to 1x109 cells. Transfection protocols can be established in smaller scale using the 4D-Nucleofector™ X Unit and smoothly transferred to larger scale without the need for re-optimization....
This powerful feature autocorrects for edge effects caused by all lens and lighting in image analysers, providing a consistent image for scientists to accurately quantify DNA and proteins on their gels. With UV, blue and white lighting and lenses used in all CCD based image analysis systems, there is an edge effect which makes the outside lanes of a gel darker than the middle. This can cause inaccuracy issues if the...
Linkam high temperature stages are used in a wide variety of applications including geology, metallurgy, ceramics and high temperature polymers. When some samples are heated to high temperatures, they can release volatile components which condense on the window, obscuring the optical path. To overcome this, Linkam engineers have developed a simple but extremely effective solution. The new HS1500...
Pathline Emerge, a leading provider of subspecialized anatomic pathology services, has teamed up with Leica Biosystems, a global leader in pathology solutions. In order to fight against medical errors in the laboratory, such as the misidentification of cancer tests, Pathline has implemented Leica Biosystems CEREBRO, a state-of the-art sample tracking and workflow management solution....
The new analyzer provides timely and reliable data that enables tracking of processes in the sub-micron size range, such as emulsification, dispersion, milling and homogenization, while at the same time eliminating the delays and inefficiencies associated with manual analysis....
The Frederick National Lab, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute, is managing the expansion of the Chemical Biology Consortium to 22 sites around the country with world-class expertise in high-throughput screening, structural biology, medicinal chemistry, compound profiling, cancer cell biology, and animal models for oncology. The Reaction Biology will participate in the consortium via a research subcontract from...
Formulated to be quick, affordable and easy to use, AMSBIO's new expanded suite of quantification kits, isolation tools, standards, DNA & RNA extraction kits, antibodies and cell culture reagents will facilitate your understanding of exosomes using a wide variety of samples. Exosomes are small endosome derived lipid nanoparticles actively secreted by exocytosis in most living cells. Release of exosomes occurs either constitutively or...
The new multi position blocks when combined with a DrySyn base unit allow up to 27 experiments to be performed in parallel. DrySyn heating blocks enable clean, safe synthesis without the hazards or problems associated with silicon oil baths or heating mantles. With no messy oil, heat resistant handles, and the most comprehensive range of simple-to-configure reaction inserts (for round bottom flasks, pear shaped flasks, boiling tubes, NMR tubes and vials) - DrySyn is...
The service applies the cloud-computing concept to drug discovery by enabling scientists to remotely pick and choose specific compounds of interest from over 125,000 stored at BioAscent’s state-of-the-art facility - as well as an increasing number of third party collections - and have them quickly prepared and delivered in the format and volume selected. Alternatively users can order convenient, pre-plated sets that...
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), The Molecular Genetics Company, has introduced its SureSeq™ FFPE DNA Repair Mix — optimised to repair a broad range of damage in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) derived DNA. The mix effectively repairs DNA damage, improving library yields, on-target rates and mean target coverage, while removing fixation and storage artefacts and reducing the amount of starting...
Founded in 2012 under the name CytoMATE, CytoSMART is a spin-off of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). The company develops smart devices for use in laboratories around the world. The first product, CytoSMARTTM Lux, is a small digital microscope that can be used to continually monitor cell cultures in a CO2 incubator and send the images straight to the cloud, where they can then be examined by...
In a new application study researchers show how an AF4-ICP-MS system is able to obtain valuable information on the multi-element speciation and absolute molecular mass of human plasma proteins such as Albumin and Transferrin. Human Serum Albumin (HSA) and Transferrin are the two main plasma proteins that are known to bind and transfer metal ions in biological fluids. Metal-protein complexes are involved...
Integrated DNA Technologies, the global leader in custom nucleic acid synthesis, has announced the acquisition of ValueGene, Inc. (“ValueGene”), an oligonucleotide synthesis services company based in San Diego, California. ValueGene offers custom DNA and RNA oligonucleotide synthesis products, including PAGE and HPLC purification and modification services. Dr Joseph A Walder, IDT founder and chief executive officer...
Human T-cell immunoreceptor with Ig and ITIM domains (TIGIT) is a receptor expressed on the surface of human T cells and NK cells that binds to CD155 and CD112 present on the surface of dendritic cells. The binding of TIGIT with CD155 or CD112 results in inhibition of T cell and NK cell activation. Antibodies and other agents that inhibit this signaling pathway have known to increase the immune response, particularly...
Available both sterile and non-sterile, Porvair 384-well plates provide a perfect solution for sample storage and assay set-up, allowing dilutions and aliquots to be simply handled, stored, or transported. Manufactured extra flat to ensure effective sealing, Porvair 384-well plates maintain your sample integrity over extended periods down to –80ºC. Manufactured to conform to ANSI/SLAS plate dimensions all Porvair...
CAMECA, a world leader in scientific instrumentation and metrology solutions, is pleased to announce the release of EIKOSTM, a new atom probe microscope. EIKOS provides accessibility to atom probe tomography with increased ease of use and a low cost of ownership. Utilizing standard microscopy sample preparation methods, it delivers nanoscale structural information that is expected to yield a greater understanding of...
Researchers looking to simplify compound identification, quantitation and complex data analysis now have access to a wide range of software and cloud solutions designed to allow users to analyze, share and discover unique insights in several applications, including proteomics, metabolomics, food safety and biopharmaceutical characterization. Built with customization in mind, Thermo Fisher Scientific’s life sciences...
Results for the 6 months to April 2016 showed a total increase of orders of 161%, with April itself showing the highest ever order book for a single month. Autoscribe Informatics President, John Boother, said: “This is the latest step in a period of sustained growth for the company. It is a just reward for the effort we have put in to growing the business in the USA. We have increased our sales and support team there...
Unlike traditional pipettes which utilize a single rotating plunger to set volumes, the EVOLVE features three adjustable dials for setting each individual volume digit. Simply depress and twist the plunger to unlock the volume dials. Once unlocked, freely adjust the three dials to rapidly set the desired volume. This revolutionary approach allows users to set volumes more than ten times faster....