PAC’s Herzog OptiFlash is the result of 50 years of experience in automated flash point measurement.
It is designed to perfectly meet today’s expectations on user convenience, quality and safety. OptiFlash Small Scale uses very low volume samples to accurately detect flashpoints for petroleum products, biodiesels, solvents, chemicals, paints and varnishes, food and beverages while complying to the leading global standards such as ASTM D3828, ISO 3679 and ASTMD7236 (Ramp Method). With the OptiFlash’s intuitive user interface and built-in automation, users can...
AMSBIO announces an extensive range of primary human cancer cells obtained directly from a variety tumor types, including breast, colon and prostate.
Despite significant advances in cancer research and treatments, the eradication of the disease remains elusive. This has led to a more urgent focus on precision medicine and advanced treatments like immunotherapy and the use of oncolytic viruses. Donor derived primary tumor cells offer a more in vivo like model potentially enhancing the development of targeted personalized therapeutics. It is known that using immortalized...
Bellingham + Stanley, a Xylem brand, is pleased to announce the launch of the new Bellingham RFM-T Series of Peltier temperature-controlled refractometers
The RFM-T Series of high precision Peltier temperature controlled benchtop refractometers features a wide measuring range of up to 1.70 RI, precision to six decimal places RI (3 d.p. °Brix) and an all-new 7” touchscreen user interface. The RFM-T are ideally suited for quality control...
Hibiscus PLC, the leading supplier of labels to the hazardous goods and chemical industries, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Hibsoft Compact Labelling Station, the most compact waste labelling station available.
Providing a complete solution for printing full colour BS5609 compliant labels, in an ultra-compact and self-contained set-up, Hibsoft is ideal for harsh environments and limited space. The station also delivers all the hardware and software required for meeting hazardous labelling needs. The printing station comprises a 19-inch monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse, as well as a choice of two printers – OKI ES741 industrial...
Horizon Discovery Group plc (LSE: HZD), the leading international gene editing company, today announced the introduction of microinjection-ready Cas9 Accelerate Ribonucleoprotein (RNP).
The new Cas9 Accelerate RNP adds to Horizon’s existing collection of microinjection ready reagents for gene editing of animal models. Cas9 Accelerate RNP maximizes gene editing efficiency by enabling CRISPR reagents to sidestep the transcription and translation steps that traditional Cas9 plasmid and mRNA formats must complete before being activated, thereby maximizing gene editing efficiency and lowering the risk of...
PhoreMost Ltd (PhoreMost), a biopharmaceutical company focused on increasing the diversity and affordability of novel therapeutics, announced today that it has entered into an alliance with The Wistar Institute to identify and de-orphan novel targets in cancer, aging and the immune system.
The majority of disease driving targets are currently considered ‘undruggable’, because at first glance they appear structurally resistant to chemical intervention, especially when viewed outside of a cell in a static crystalized form. PhoreMost has developed SITESEEKER®, a new ‘phenotypic’ screening platform that exploits the dynamics of a live-cell environment to uncover hidden druggable target sites across the...
Clinical researchers can now detect copy-neutral factors alongside powerful CNV detection with the addition of SNP probes to the popular CytoSure™ Constitutional v3 array content
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), The Molecular Genetics Company, has announced the launch of its new CytoSure Constitutional v3 +LOH array for comprehensive genetic analysis of developmental delay disorders. Alongside the latest content for exon-level copy number variation (CNV) coverage, research-validated single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) probes facilitate detection of loss of heterozygosity (LOH), enabling insightful and...
Lonza has launched PowerCHO Advance™ Media, the latest addition to the company’s range of specialized, chemically defined, serum-free media for culturing Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cells.
The new PowerCHO Advance™ Media line offers easy filterability, improved cell-growth promotion and high protein titers. In addition to being hydrolysate-free, serum-free and of non-animal origin, the PowerCHO Advance™ Media offerings are now further enhanced to better support high-density CHO cells in suspension. For therapeutic bioprocessing applications, this medium also facilitates both downstream purification and...
Sartorius Stedim Biotech (SSB), a leading international supplier for the biopharmaceutical industry, has launched the single- use ultrafilter Sartocon® Slice 50.
The new crossflow filter device is designed for use in biotechnological applications, especially for membrane screening and small-volume process development. Sartocon® Slice 50 is offered as an encapsulated and ready-to-use crossflow module with a filter area of 50 cm2 and a wide variety of molecular weight cutoffs. The cGMP validated self-contained unit eliminates the need for a compression holder and is available...
INTEGRA announces the latest version of its VIAFILL reagent dispenser.
The VIAFILL is ideal for applications including compound storage / addition, ELISA, genomic / proteomic studies and screening as well as cell based and kinetic assays. Featuring an intuitive touchscreen user interface, programming of repeat dispenses, variable volume dispenses and custom programming is both fast and easy. Users can quickly alternate between 8 and 16 channel dispensing cassettes enabling rapid and...
Cost-effective operation requires trouble-free unattended work with high sample throughput and minimum downtime – 24/7.
Important system components and operations like furnace, filter, drying etc. must be checked and maintained carefully by trained personnel in short intervals to ensure this. But this costs valuable operation time. The auto-protection system of the elemental analyzer multi EA® 5000 automatically monitors the drying and cleaning of the reaction gas. If maintenance or attention is required, the operator will be informed by...
HM-JACKarc System Provides A Cost Effective Alternative to Colonoscopy
Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Testing (FIT) demonstrates greater sensitivity and specificity for faecal haemoglobin (f-Hb) than guaiac based tests. Increased concentrations of f-Hb are indicative of greater risk of pathology for cancers and high risk adenomas. The Kyowa Medex HM-JACKarc, available exclusively in the UK from Alpha Laboratories, is an automated FIT system suitable for both screening and symptomatic patient...
Atlas Genetics Ltd, the ultra- rapid Point-Of-Care (POC) molecular diagnostics company, today announces that it has been awarded an SBRI grant from Innovate UK to assist in the development of an ultra-rapid POC multiplex STI test measuring the four most commonly occurring pathogens (Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoea, Trichomonas vaginalis and Mycoplasma genitalium) in less than 30 minutes.
Atlas Genetics will develop an ultra-rapid POC stratified medicine diagnostic for patients presenting to Sexual Health Clinics with urethritis, which will allow immediate and accurate selection of appropriate and effective antibiotic treatment. Atlas will be collaborating with the Applied Diagnostic Research and Evaluation Unit at St George’s, University of London and Aquarius Population Health. Key elements of this project include...
Vivantis are very pleased that the GF-1 Bacterial DNA extraction kit has become the most widely published ready to use kit”.
Bacteria is one of the microbes that can be widely found in diverse environments: in the ocean, within soil, in the human intestines, or even in the extreme cold or hot atmosphere. It can be either beneficial or detrimental to human beings. The unique attributes of bacteria makes it one of the most studied subjects in life science research. What you probably did not know is that the GF-1 Bacterial DNA Extraction Kit from Vivantis is the most widely published ready-to-use kit.
FlowStart™ is an affordable and easy-to-use entry level flow chemistry system that is ideal for education, training and for those wishing to try flow chemistry without the associated costs of a sophisticated fully automatic system.
The system comprises two high pressure pumps, aHotCoil™ coil reactor station and FlowStart™ system control. The computer, pumps and HotCoil™ are connected over a LAN using an Ethernet hub. In this way, the system can be operated by Wi-Fi allowing the control computer to be conveniently operated outside the fume hood. The FlowStart™ application provides control of the system via a step-through interface that is straightforward...
Thermo Scientific GENESYS 30 simplifies instrument operation and data interpretation
A new rugged, accurate visible-range spectrophotometer is designed for lab managers and instructors looking for ease of operation and superior photometric performance in a single instrument. The Thermo Scientific GENESYS 30 visible-range spectrophotometer builds on the previous generation of GENESYS with improvements to the user experience in operation and use.
Herolab have been producing high quality centrifuges for over 35 years. The wide range of models from bench top to floor standing products have become industry standards in many laboratories and facilities world-wide. The HiCen GT is yet another model in the family of products which has impressive build quality and is packed with many advanced features. There are many reasons why to buy a Herolab centrifuge....
Flame-NIR brings the power of NIR analysis to research and teaching labs
Ocean Optics has expanded its Flame spectrometer family. Flame-NIR delivers powerful near infrared spectroscopy in a compact, affordable instrument. With a cost about one-fourth that of a traditional NIR system, Flame-NIR pairs a high performance uncooled InGaAs array detector with a small optical bench for spectral response from 950-1650 nm. A replaceable slit design provides great flexibility for a wide range of...
The Postnova AF2000 MultiFlow is a high performance Flow Field-Flow Fractionation (FFF) platform for separation of proteins, macromolecules and nanoparticles.
Modular in design, the AF2000 MultiFlow incorporates the combined experience, expertise and technological advances from Postnova Analytics' nearly two decades of leadership in FFF. Incorporating a range of FFF modules in a single integrated system to provide universal separation, the AF2000 MultiFlow offers more flexibility, better performance and more robust results than any system before. The AF2000 MultiFlow platform is...
If you are still using film, you should consider some benefits of digital imaging for your gels and blots
The choice between digital imaging and using film for gel and blot documentation is generally based on what the lab has done historically and the availability of equipment and reagents within the lab. Depending on the scenario, the use of film for protein and DNA detection is still popular as it has been the gold standard for decades. However, if you are still using film, you should consider some benefits of digital imaging.
Scientists in industrial QA/QC and research and development laboratories seeking to increase workflow efficiency and reduce operator errors can now rely on a portable, versatile and modular air-bearing oscillation rheometer.
Thermo Fisher has designed the Viscotester iQ rheometer to set new standards for footprint size, ease of use and usability. The Thermo Scientific HAAKE Viscotester iQ Air rheometer, on display at Pittcon 2016 (booth 2239) at the Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, extends the capabilities and measurement range of the HAAKE Viscotester iQ product line to enable monitoring of very low viscous materials...
Postnova Analytics, the leading international supplier of Field-Flow Fractionation (FFF) systems, has opened a dedicated office to enhance local support for its growing base of UK customers.
The new company, Postnova Analytics UK Ltd., is based in Herefordshire, and headed up by Paul Clarke - an industry professional with over 30 years experience in separation sciences. In addition to expediting service and support for existing systems, the new Postnova Analytics UK office has invested in a well-equipped laboratory for demonstrations and applications development in the separation of particles, polymers...
It is designed to perfectly meet today’s expectations on user convenience, quality and safety. OptiFlash Small Scale uses very low volume samples to accurately detect flashpoints for petroleum products, biodiesels, solvents, chemicals, paints and varnishes, food and beverages while complying to the leading global standards such as ASTM D3828, ISO 3679 and ASTMD7236 (Ramp Method). With the OptiFlash’s intuitive user interface and built-in automation, users can...
Despite significant advances in cancer research and treatments, the eradication of the disease remains elusive. This has led to a more urgent focus on precision medicine and advanced treatments like immunotherapy and the use of oncolytic viruses. Donor derived primary tumor cells offer a more in vivo like model potentially enhancing the development of targeted personalized therapeutics. It is known that using immortalized...
The RFM-T Series of high precision Peltier temperature controlled benchtop refractometers features a wide measuring range of up to 1.70 RI, precision to six decimal places RI (3 d.p. °Brix) and an all-new 7” touchscreen user interface. The RFM-T are ideally suited for quality control...
Providing a complete solution for printing full colour BS5609 compliant labels, in an ultra-compact and self-contained set-up, Hibsoft is ideal for harsh environments and limited space. The station also delivers all the hardware and software required for meeting hazardous labelling needs. The printing station comprises a 19-inch monitor, wireless keyboard and mouse, as well as a choice of two printers – OKI ES741 industrial...
The new Cas9 Accelerate RNP adds to Horizon’s existing collection of microinjection ready reagents for gene editing of animal models. Cas9 Accelerate RNP maximizes gene editing efficiency by enabling CRISPR reagents to sidestep the transcription and translation steps that traditional Cas9 plasmid and mRNA formats must complete before being activated, thereby maximizing gene editing efficiency and lowering the risk of...
The majority of disease driving targets are currently considered ‘undruggable’, because at first glance they appear structurally resistant to chemical intervention, especially when viewed outside of a cell in a static crystalized form. PhoreMost has developed SITESEEKER®, a new ‘phenotypic’ screening platform that exploits the dynamics of a live-cell environment to uncover hidden druggable target sites across the...
Oxford Gene Technology
The new PowerCHO Advance™ Media line offers easy filterability, improved cell-growth promotion and high protein titers. In addition to being hydrolysate-free, serum-free and of non-animal origin, the PowerCHO Advance™ Media offerings are now further enhanced to better support high-density CHO cells in suspension. For therapeutic bioprocessing applications, this medium also facilitates both downstream purification and...
The new crossflow filter device is designed for use in biotechnological applications, especially for membrane screening and small-volume process development. Sartocon® Slice 50 is offered as an encapsulated and ready-to-use crossflow module with a filter area of 50 cm2 and a wide variety of molecular weight cutoffs. The cGMP validated self-contained unit eliminates the need for a compression holder and is available...
The VIAFILL is ideal for applications including compound storage / addition, ELISA, genomic / proteomic studies and screening as well as cell based and kinetic assays. Featuring an intuitive touchscreen user interface, programming of repeat dispenses, variable volume dispenses and custom programming is both fast and easy. Users can quickly alternate between 8 and 16 channel dispensing cassettes enabling rapid and...
Important system components and operations like furnace, filter, drying etc. must be checked and maintained carefully by trained personnel in short intervals to ensure this. But this costs valuable operation time. The auto-protection system of the elemental analyzer multi EA® 5000 automatically monitors the drying and cleaning of the reaction gas. If maintenance or attention is required, the operator will be informed by...
Quantitative Faecal Immunochemical Testing (FIT) demonstrates greater sensitivity and specificity for faecal haemoglobin (f-Hb) than guaiac based tests. Increased concentrations of f-Hb are indicative of greater risk of pathology for cancers and high risk adenomas. The Kyowa Medex HM-JACKarc, available exclusively in the UK from Alpha Laboratories, is an automated FIT system suitable for both screening and symptomatic patient...
Atlas Genetics will develop an ultra-rapid POC stratified medicine diagnostic for patients presenting to Sexual Health Clinics with urethritis, which will allow immediate and accurate selection of appropriate and effective antibiotic treatment. Atlas will be collaborating with the Applied Diagnostic Research and Evaluation Unit at St George’s, University of London and Aquarius Population Health. Key elements of this project include...
The system comprises two high pressure pumps, aHotCoil™ coil reactor station and FlowStart™ system control. The computer, pumps and HotCoil™ are connected over a LAN using an Ethernet hub. In this way, the system can be operated by Wi-Fi allowing the control computer to be conveniently operated outside the fume hood. The FlowStart™ application provides control of the system via a step-through interface that is straightforward...
A new rugged, accurate visible-range spectrophotometer is designed for lab managers and instructors looking for ease of operation and superior photometric performance in a single instrument. The Thermo Scientific GENESYS 30 visible-range spectrophotometer builds on the previous generation of GENESYS with improvements to the user experience in operation and use.
Herolab have been producing high quality centrifuges for over 35 years. The wide range of models from bench top to floor standing products have become industry standards in many laboratories and facilities world-wide. The HiCen GT is yet another model in the family of products which has impressive build quality and is packed with many advanced features. There are many reasons why to buy a Herolab centrifuge....
Ocean Optics has expanded its Flame spectrometer family. Flame-NIR delivers powerful near infrared spectroscopy in a compact, affordable instrument. With a cost about one-fourth that of a traditional NIR system, Flame-NIR pairs a high performance uncooled InGaAs array detector with a small optical bench for spectral response from 950-1650 nm. A replaceable slit design provides great flexibility for a wide range of...
Modular in design, the AF2000 MultiFlow incorporates the combined experience, expertise and technological advances from Postnova Analytics' nearly two decades of leadership in FFF. Incorporating a range of FFF modules in a single integrated system to provide universal separation, the AF2000 MultiFlow offers more flexibility, better performance and more robust results than any system before. The AF2000 MultiFlow platform is...
The choice between digital imaging and using film for gel and blot documentation is generally based on what the lab has done historically and the availability of equipment and reagents within the lab. Depending on the scenario, the use of film for protein and DNA detection is still popular as it has been the gold standard for decades. However, if you are still using film, you should consider some benefits of digital imaging.
The new company, Postnova Analytics UK Ltd., is based in Herefordshire, and headed up by Paul Clarke - an industry professional with over 30 years experience in separation sciences. In addition to expediting service and support for existing systems, the new Postnova Analytics UK office has invested in a well-equipped laboratory for demonstrations and applications development in the separation of particles, polymers...