Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced that Professor Gerhardt Attard has been selected to receive a prestigious Agilent Thought Leader Award. Prof Attard is a John Black Charitable Foundation Endowed Chair in Urological Cancer Research at University College London (UCL). Professor Attard is prominent for his innovative research and clinical trials using cutting-edge liquid biopsy technologies to identify biomarkers to monitor drug response and cancer progression...
In a major upgrade to the underlying technology Autoscribe has introduced a new web browser application for Matrix Gemini known simply as the New Matrix Gemini Web application. By adopting the latest technologies and standards Autoscribe are ensuring that Matrix Gemini meets, and will continue to meet, the changing requirements of a modern laboratory informatics solution...
Shimadzuis introducing the new iMScope QT imaging mass microscope in the summer of 2022. It features world-class analysis speed and imaging capabilities and combines a mass spectrometer with a built-in optical microscope. The iMScope QT is the only instrument in the world that can obtain mass spectral data associated with morphological information and is ideal for cutting-edge R&D applications...
ZEISS has unveiled the five winners of their 2022 ZEISS Microscopy Image Contest. For the second time, ZEISS is celebrating the work of researchers using microscopy in various application fields with an image contest. Microscope systems, analytics, and imaging capabilities play a central role in enabling us to meet the critical challenges we face as a society related to climate change, energy, health, and food...
New CryoShield™ technology technology set to revolutionise drug screening by making the process simple and faster, saving researchers and industry weeks. A new technique for freezing cells for use in biomedical research, based on polymer technology developed at the University of Warwick, has been validated in study, paving the way for faster results for scientists in their research...
A versatile semi-automatic device, the impression from Ziath is proven to take the strain out of applying friction sealing mats or septum sealing caps to SBS format tube racks. Just place your rack or plate with its attendant friction mat or septum cap web in the drawer and push it firmly shut. Sealing is initiated using the single action large start button, then sophisticated electronics take over applying reproducible and even pressure every time to force the septum seals down into each tube...
QIAGEN has announced the expansion of its next-generation sequencing (NGS) portfolio with the launch of QIAseq Targeted DNA Pro Panels and the QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kit, both of which set new standards in preparing samples for determining their nucleic acid sequences. QIAseq Targeted DNA Pro Panels are based on an improved chemistry that halves to six hours the time researchers need for library preparation of DNA samples...
CYTENA, a BICO group company, a leading provider of high-precision instruments for handling biological cells, has launched a new instrument to streamline single-cell isolation in microbiology research. The next generation B.SIGHT is taking the company’s automated single-cell isolation capabilities to the next level with special emphasis on handling bacteria, yeast and other microorganisms...
LGC Clinical Diagnostics, a leading supplier and partner to global in vitro diagnostics manufacturers and clinical laboratories, announce the extension of their exclusive partnership with Stanford University Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine Division. Under the terms of the agreement, Stanford University will continue to provide LGC with clinical guidance in recruiting and selecting rare patient donors’ blood samples whose pregnancy has been identified with a genetic abnormality...
Shimadzu Europe GmbH – a thought leader in analytical instrumentation – has announced the launch of the IRXross Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrophotometer. This new mid-level FTIR model provides impressively top-level performance, including an exceptional S/N ratio, resolution, measurement speed and ease of use...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced it has acquired Polymer Standards Service GmbH (PSS) a provider of solutions in the field of polymer characterization. PSS specializes in hardware and software solutions used in defining the makeup and creation of molecular structures. The company provides complete solutions for gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and size exclusion chromatography (SEC) used in applications to determine the molecular weight and size distribution of macromolecules.
New Application note from YMC - Fast UHPLC Analysis of Biomarkers Related to Tobacco Smoke Exposure using YMC-Triart C18 and YMC-Triart Diol-HILIC. Both RP and HILIC allow for high resolution peaks and fast separation. In addition to nicotine, the metabolite cotinine is also determined. The challenge here is that this is only detectable for a short time. NNAL, a breakdown product of the lung carcinogen NNK, is also suitable. In addition, human cells are exposed to oxidative stress when smoking...
Designed to be easy to use - the Smart Evaporator C1 from BioChromato Inc. Is a compact, affordably priced system that delivers rapid concentration or complete drying of samples from high boiling solvents including DMSO, DMF and water. Drawing upon BioChromato’s patented spiral plug evaporation technology, the compact, benchtop Smart Evaporator C1 offers fast and effective evaporation directly from tubes or vials without solvent bumping thereby eliminating risk of sample loss, cross contamination and saving researchers time....
Market leader in temperature and environmental-controlled microscopy, Linkam, presented its range of cryo workflow solutions and sample characterisation tools at Microscopy and Microanalysis (M&M) 2022. Linkam previewed its new cryo plunger – CryoGenium – an exciting new development in electron microscopy (EM) grid vitrification...
The Uniqsis Polar Bear Plus Flow™ is a compact, state of the art temperature control module, that can be used as a standalone unit or integrated with a flow reactor, for both heated and cooled flow chemistry applications. Utilising highly efficient, compressor-based cooling and heating technology the Polar Bear Plus Flow™ can precisely and reliably maintain reactor temperatures anywhere between -40?C and +150?C. The module is easy to use and is completely self-contained, requiring only an electricity supply for operation...
Testa Analytical has introduced version 1.4 of its flowmeter software for continuous monitoring of liquid flow from an analytical or preparative HPLC system, peristaltic pump, flow chemistry system or mass spectrometer. Operating in conjunction with the TESTA Liquid Chromatography flowmeter the easy-to-use PC software app enables fast, simple experimental set-up and provides full control of device settings including integration time and calibration factor....
Sample management specialists - Ziath announce they will be exhibiting their latest DP5 range scanners and readers at most major laboratory and automation events across Europe over the next few months. Highlights of products on show will include the new Handheld 3 device to directly interrogate your sample inventory database directly from the freezer, the new Uno and Duo convenient low-cost single tube readers and the Mohawk / Mirage combination sample picking and verification station....
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.,a global leader in life science research and clinical diagnostic products, has extended its range of recombinant monoclonal anti-idiotypic antibodies with the introduction of antibodies specific to brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris), secukinumab (Cosentyx), and the secukinumab–interleukin 17A (IL-17A) drug-target complex. These sequence-defined antibodies are suitable for developing highly selective and sensitive pharmacokinetic...
Lonza has launched the Nebula® Multimode Reader, the first multimode reader qualified for use with Lonza’s turbidimetric, chromogenic and recombinant endotoxin detection methods. Users can now directly compare results from absorbance-based and fluorescence-based endotoxin assays in one reader, reducing the variables and training required for endotoxin detection...
Carterra, Inc., the world leader in innovative technologies enabling high-throughput biology, and La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI), a globally recognized non-profit research organization dedicated to understanding the power of the immune system to promote human health, announce that LJI has acquired a Carterra LSA instrument to enhance its antibody screening and characterization work...
Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd., a manufacturer of microscopy solutions and precision optical and electromechanical equipment, has announced the launch of their motorized two and six position automated objective changing nosepieces for the OpenStand microscope line. These products add to the automation solutions already offered by Prior and can give customers a faster way to develop custom imaging systems for life science, semiconductor, and materials applications...
Resolve Optics has received an order from a leading aerospace company to design and supply an optimised wide waveband lens for a multi-spectral microscope required for a Moon exploration mission. Due for delivery and launch in 2024 – a new solar powered land rover – ‘Lunar Vertex’ will explore the Reiner Gamma swirl, one of the most distinctive natural features and so-called “magnetic anomalies” on the Moon...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced that Professor Gerhardt Attard has been selected to receive a prestigious Agilent Thought Leader Award. Prof Attard is a John Black Charitable Foundation Endowed Chair in Urological Cancer Research at University College London (UCL). Professor Attard is prominent for his innovative research and clinical trials using cutting-edge liquid biopsy technologies to identify biomarkers to monitor drug response and cancer progression...
In a major upgrade to the underlying technology Autoscribe has introduced a new web browser application for Matrix Gemini known simply as the New Matrix Gemini Web application. By adopting the latest technologies and standards Autoscribe are ensuring that Matrix Gemini meets, and will continue to meet, the changing requirements of a modern laboratory informatics solution...
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ZEISS has unveiled the five winners of their 2022 ZEISS Microscopy Image Contest. For the second time, ZEISS is celebrating the work of researchers using microscopy in various application fields with an image contest. Microscope systems, analytics, and imaging capabilities play a central role in enabling us to meet the critical challenges we face as a society related to climate change, energy, health, and food...
New CryoShield™ technology technology set to revolutionise drug screening by making the process simple and faster, saving researchers and industry weeks. A new technique for freezing cells for use in biomedical research, based on polymer technology developed at the University of Warwick, has been validated in study, paving the way for faster results for scientists in their research...
QIAGEN has announced the expansion of its next-generation sequencing (NGS) portfolio with the launch of QIAseq Targeted DNA Pro Panels and the QIAseq UPXome RNA Library Kit, both of which set new standards in preparing samples for determining their nucleic acid sequences. QIAseq Targeted DNA Pro Panels are based on an improved chemistry that halves to six hours the time researchers need for library preparation of DNA samples...
CYTENA, a BICO group company, a leading provider of high-precision instruments for handling biological cells, has launched a new instrument to streamline single-cell isolation in microbiology research. The next generation B.SIGHT is taking the company’s automated single-cell isolation capabilities to the next level with special emphasis on handling bacteria, yeast and other microorganisms...
LGC Clinical Diagnostics, a leading supplier and partner to global in vitro diagnostics manufacturers and clinical laboratories, announce the extension of their exclusive partnership with Stanford University Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine Division. Under the terms of the agreement, Stanford University will continue to provide LGC with clinical guidance in recruiting and selecting rare patient donors’ blood samples whose pregnancy has been identified with a genetic abnormality...
Shimadzu Europe GmbH – a thought leader in analytical instrumentation – has announced the launch of the IRXross Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrophotometer. This new mid-level FTIR model provides impressively top-level performance, including an exceptional S/N ratio, resolution, measurement speed and ease of use...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced it has acquired Polymer Standards Service GmbH (PSS) a provider of solutions in the field of polymer characterization. PSS specializes in hardware and software solutions used in defining the makeup and creation of molecular structures. The company provides complete solutions for gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and size exclusion chromatography (SEC) used in applications to determine the molecular weight and size distribution of macromolecules.
New Application note from YMC - Fast UHPLC Analysis of Biomarkers Related to Tobacco Smoke Exposure using YMC-Triart C18 and YMC-Triart Diol-HILIC. Both RP and HILIC allow for high resolution peaks and fast separation. In addition to nicotine, the metabolite cotinine is also determined. The challenge here is that this is only detectable for a short time. NNAL, a breakdown product of the lung carcinogen NNK, is also suitable. In addition, human cells are exposed to oxidative stress when smoking...
Designed to be easy to use - the Smart Evaporator C1 from BioChromato Inc. Is a compact, affordably priced system that delivers rapid concentration or complete drying of samples from high boiling solvents including DMSO, DMF and water. Drawing upon BioChromato’s patented spiral plug evaporation technology, the compact, benchtop Smart Evaporator C1 offers fast and effective evaporation directly from tubes or vials without solvent bumping thereby eliminating risk of sample loss, cross contamination and saving researchers time....
The Uniqsis Polar Bear Plus Flow™ is a compact, state of the art temperature control module, that can be used as a standalone unit or integrated with a flow reactor, for both heated and cooled flow chemistry applications. Utilising highly efficient, compressor-based cooling and heating technology the Polar Bear Plus Flow™ can precisely and reliably maintain reactor temperatures anywhere between -40?C and +150?C. The module is easy to use and is completely self-contained, requiring only an electricity supply for operation...
Testa Analytical has introduced version 1.4 of its flowmeter software for continuous monitoring of liquid flow from an analytical or preparative HPLC system, peristaltic pump, flow chemistry system or mass spectrometer. Operating in conjunction with the TESTA Liquid Chromatography flowmeter the easy-to-use PC software app enables fast, simple experimental set-up and provides full control of device settings including integration time and calibration factor....
Sample management specialists - Ziath announce they will be exhibiting their latest DP5 range scanners and readers at most major laboratory and automation events across Europe over the next few months. Highlights of products on show will include the new Handheld 3 device to directly interrogate your sample inventory database directly from the freezer, the new Uno and Duo convenient low-cost single tube readers and the Mohawk / Mirage combination sample picking and verification station....
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.,a global leader in life science research and clinical diagnostic products, has extended its range of recombinant monoclonal anti-idiotypic antibodies with the introduction of antibodies specific to brentuximab vedotin (Adcetris), secukinumab (Cosentyx), and the secukinumab–interleukin 17A (IL-17A) drug-target complex. These sequence-defined antibodies are suitable for developing highly selective and sensitive pharmacokinetic...
Lonza has launched the Nebula® Multimode Reader, the first multimode reader qualified for use with Lonza’s turbidimetric, chromogenic and recombinant endotoxin detection methods. Users can now directly compare results from absorbance-based and fluorescence-based endotoxin assays in one reader, reducing the variables and training required for endotoxin detection...
Carterra, Inc., the world leader in innovative technologies enabling high-throughput biology, and La Jolla Institute for Immunology (LJI), a globally recognized non-profit research organization dedicated to understanding the power of the immune system to promote human health, announce that LJI has acquired a Carterra LSA instrument to enhance its antibody screening and characterization work...
Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd., a manufacturer of microscopy solutions and precision optical and electromechanical equipment, has announced the launch of their motorized two and six position automated objective changing nosepieces for the OpenStand microscope line. These products add to the automation solutions already offered by Prior and can give customers a faster way to develop custom imaging systems for life science, semiconductor, and materials applications...
Resolve Optics has received an order from a leading aerospace company to design and supply an optimised wide waveband lens for a multi-spectral microscope required for a Moon exploration mission. Due for delivery and launch in 2024 – a new solar powered land rover – ‘Lunar Vertex’ will explore the Reiner Gamma swirl, one of the most distinctive natural features and so-called “magnetic anomalies” on the Moon...