The incredibly powerful potential of photochemistry is revealed in four application notes recently posted by Suffolk-based flow chemistry engineering firm Vapourtec.
The four application notes cover 'Synthesis of Artemisinin using E-Seriesand UV-150 reactor' (Application Note 39), 'α-Photodecarboxylation of Phthaloyl Glycine' (38), 'Photochemical Transformation of Methyl Coumalate' (37) and '[2+2] Photocycloaddtion of Maleimide and 1-Hexyne' (36) and are available to download in full from the Vapourtec website. Vapourtec MD and founder Duncan Guthrie explained: "Taken together these...
Porvair Sciences, in conjunction with researchers at Swansea University (UK) have written a new technical article entitled 'Chromatrap® 96: a new solid-state platform for high-throughput Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP)'
Epigenetics is a fast-growing research area with wide applications, including disease mechanism profiling and personalized medicine strategies. ChIP is crucial to epigenetic research. Published in the latest issue of Nature Methods (11, 2014) the article provides an introduction to Chromatrap® 96 - a high-throughput ChIP analysis platform and demonstrates how it is able to profile up to 96 transcription factors and epigenetic modifications...
Exeter Analytical has published an application note demonstrating the utility of its Model 440 CHN microanalysis system for precise determination of percentage Carbon, Hydrogen and Nitrogen content of often demanding liquid samples.
The analysis of liquid samples, including volatile liquids, can be done quite easily on the Exeter Analytical Model 440 system without sacrificing accuracy or precision and without the need for expensive liquid autosamplers. The new application note 233 describes how a special liquid sample preparation technique together with controlled introduction of the sealed capsules into the Model 440 eliminates the problems associated with...
Microfluidics specialist Dolomite has teamed up with Lab on a Chip and the Chemical and Biological Microsystems Society to create the first ever MicroTAS Video Competition.
Now in its 18th year, MicroTAS (the International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences) runs from the 26th to 30th of October in San Antonio, Texas. This exciting competition will give anyone registered for the event the opportunity to win Dolomite microfluidics equipment worth $2,500 by creating a scientific or educational short film on micro- or nanofluidics. Videos can be fun, artistic, surprising or just...
Lab Innovations, the UK’s only show dedicated to the latest laboratory technology and consumables, analytics and biotech equipment, returns to the Birmingham NEC on 5 & 6 November 2014.
TAP Biosystems will be co-presenting a new bioprocess webinar with major US contract manufacturing organisation (CMO) Gallus BioPharmaceuticals, on Thursday November 6th 2014 at 4pm GMT /5pm CEST / 8am PST / 11am EST.
The live event will detail how Gallus is using the ambr15™ automated microbioreactor system as a tool for implementing DoE (Design of Experiments) to accelerate biosimilar process development. Bioprocessing experts, Dr. Matt Zustiak, Principal Scientist at Gallus BioPharmaceuticals and Dr. Joanne Swihart, ambr15 Product Specialist at TAP Biosystems, will present data on how the ambr15 micro bioreactor system mimics large-scale cell culture to...
A new application note from AMSBIO, previously presented at both the 2014 Beatson International Cancer conference and the ELRIG Drug Discovery 2014 meeting in Manchester UK, introduces a more predictive and realistic model for early stage drug screening of cancer therapeutics.
The report shows that incorporating vascular and stromal cells with breast cancer tumor spheroids allows them to more closely mimic the extracellular environment, cellular architecture and behaviour of actual tumors; this triculture promotes growth, invasion and endothelial recruitment. Current 2D models for evaluating breast cancer progression do not provide a comprehensive, physiological approach to modeling the...
Freeman Technology has published ‘Choosing a powder tester’, previewed at this year’s Powtech trade fair in Germany, the second in a series of educational guides on powder characterisation for industrial applications.
Following on from the well received ‘An Introduction to Powders’ the new guide provides straightforward guidance on the range of techniques available for powder characterisation. Both booklets are now available to download for free from the new Freeman Technology website. Understanding powder behaviour is essential to ensuring effective product and process performance. Powder testing techniques that allow users to understand and control both the product and manufacturing process therefore deliver substantial value...
Malvern Instruments will demonstrate how the Kinexus rotational rheometer and Mastersizer 3000 laser diffraction particle sizing system enable smarter, faster and more effective strategies for food development at FoodTech Processing & Packaging.
The conference takes place at MCH Messecenter Herning, Denmark, from 28 to 30 October 2014. Malvern’s food characterization experts will be on hand throughout the event to demonstrate the analytical strategies that help R&D and QC scientists develop high performance products with enhanced consumer appeal. Visit Malvern on stand M9912....
Malvern Instruments will contribute a scientific poster at the 2014 Protein-Protein Interaction Conference, October 23-24, Boston, MA, USA.
The poster describes new work on rheological approaches to protein stability studies during biologics formulation and will be presented by Matt McGann, Malvern Instruments Life Science Sales and Application Specialist for the Americas. The study of rheology in protein formulation and biotherapeutic development is considered to be a developing and ultimately essential measurement. The Malvern presentation ‘Characterizing the stability of...
Thermo Fisher Scientific has developed a method that uses solid-phase extraction (SPE) well plates to improve sample preconcentration prior to analysis while maintaining high levels of precision, accuracy, recovery, and sample cleanliness.
Application Note 20941: SOLAμ for Pre-Analysis Sample Concentration demonstrates the ability to decrease the lower limit of quantitation by a factor of 20 without the need for lengthy evaporation procedures that may compromise analytical results. By performing a preconcentration step during sample preparation, analysts can reduce workflow, provide stability for analytes susceptible to loss or degradation during evaporation/reconstitution, and...
Xmark Media the organisers of Photonex 2014, the UK’s showcase photonics conference & exhibition announce the programme and speakers for the meeting on Nano and Bio-Imaging.
This FREE-to-attend conference will be held on Wednesday 15th October as part of a diverse two-day event at the visitor-friendly Ricoh Arena in Coventry. Applying photonics to a broad group of imaging techniques is providing greatly increased information particularly in the fields of medicine and the life sciences. With researchers continually looking for increased resolution with the addition of chemical information, this year’s conference provides a comprehensive overview of this rapidly expanding field....
Xylem will be exhibiting its analytical offering at LabInnovations, showcasing the products of Bellingham + Stanley, ebro, SI Analytics, O.I.Analytical and YSI Life Sciences.
On show including for the first time in the UK will be Bellingham + Stanley’s new ADP600 Series of Peltier temperature controlled polarimeters that are capable of measuring across the UV/Vis spectrum to 3-decimal places; ideal for quality control and research use in the food, chemical and particularly in the pharmaceutical industries where results are required in accordance with Pharmacopeia and FDA regulation 21 CFR Part 11....
Visit Xylem at Lab Innovations | Stand H10Read MorePirbrightOct 10, 2014
The Pirbright Institute hosted its Centenary Conference at The University of Surrey to mark its 100th anniversary of the prevention and control of livestock infectious diseases and discuss current research into virus diseases of livestock and viruses that spread from animals to humans.
The event showcased the importance, challenges and progress in the control of livestock diseases and zoonoses and gave delegates the opportunity to interact and debate recent advances in the control, epidemiology, virology, immunology and vaccinology of viral diseases of livestock, including poultry, and viral zoonoses. Delegates were also provided with a unique opportunity to tour the Institute’s new state-of the-art high biocontainment laboratory facility, the...
KNF Lab will be showcasing its award-winning new RC900 Rotary Evaporator on stand F2 at Lab Innovations 2014. Held at the NEC in Birmingham, UK, on the 5th and 6th of November, this annual event will give many visitors the chance to see the revolutionary RC900 for the first time.
This practical, efficient and robust instrument has been developed for everyday laboratory use, and its outstanding design has already been recognised by the prestigious Red Dot Awards. Launched at Analytica in April this year, the state-of-the-art RC900 Rotary Evaporator is set to transform rotary evaporation, making it easier and safer than ever before....
Visit Cleaver Scientific at Lab Innovations | Stand D8 and learn how to reduce your assay time by 60%
The COMPAC-50 marks the first of a new range of innovative systems designed specifically for rapid high throughput single cell gel electrophoresis. Developed in collaboration with the Oxidative Stress Group at the University of Leicester (Leicester, UK), the unique design of the COMPAC-50 enables simultaneous electrophoresis of up to 50 COMET Assay slides saving considerable lab space and reducing slide handling time by up to two-thirds when compared to previous standard methods. This would equate to a significant time-saving of up to 90% when handling 50 COMET Assay slides....
Visit Cleaver Scientific at Lab Innovations | Stand D8
Leading water purification specialist Purite has launched a new swap out scheme that will save money and bring peace of mind to laboratories that run water purification units.
The company will replace any existing unit, Purite or any other brand, that is reaching end-of-life, or requiring repair/service, and replace it with a new machine, for any customer who takes out a Purite exchange service package....
For over 75 years Carbolite products have been the first choice for research, testing and production organisations worldwide.
Carbolite manufactures an extensive range of ovens, chamber and tube furnaces from 20°C - 1800°C suitable for laboratory, pilot plant and industrial applications. The extensive range of tube furnaces for research includes split, horizontal, vertical and rotating models with accessories for use with inert atmosphere and vacuum.... Visit Carbolite at Lab Innovations |Stand D12
Autoscribe will be demonstrating the flexibility and scalability offered by its flagship Matrix Gemini LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) at the Lab Innovations 2014 exhibition.
Matrix Gemini is much more than an easily configurable LIMS for applications in a wide variety of laboratories including, food, pharmaceutical, chemicals, veterinary, healthcare, and environmental information management systems. It also provides a systematic quality management resource for tracking, storage, auditing and reporting of data across all segments of a business or company. Visit Autoscribe at Lab Innovations | Stand H1Read MoreCarbolite expands its range to include Gero high-temperature furnaces up to 3000°COct 8, 2014
Specialist UK furnace and oven manufacturer Carbolite has expanded its equipment range with the addition of the extensive Gero series of high-temperature furnaces that provide temperatures up to 3000°C under vacuum, inert gas and reactive atmospheres.
Gero Hochtemperaturöfen GmbH, which has been manufacturing high-temperature furnaces in Germany for more than 30 years, was recently bought by Carbolite’s parent company, Verder Scientific. As a result, Carbolite now offers a range of thermal equipment from general-purpose laboratory ovens with 250°C maximum temperatures up to the 3000°C Gero furnace models....
Lambda Advanced Technology will have an impressive range of analytical instrumentation and sample preparation equipment on show at the Lab Innovations show.
UV/Vis and fluorescence spectrophotometers, the TM3030 tabletop electron microscope and a dedicated water determination system will be complemented by microwave and pressure digestion sample preparation systems....
Visit Lambda Advanced Technology at Lab Innovations | Stand G13
The Octagon 200CL, Octagon 200, Minor 200 and the Air Sizer 200 have been especially developed to accommodate the exacting requirements of the modern laboratory. Ergonomically designed and with a fresh look, Endecotts sieving machines are ideal for your busy laboratory.
With its new product generation Endecotts now offers the full range of sieving equipment for all applications, complying to all national and international standards.... Visit Endecotts at Lab Innovations | Stand F17Read More
The four application notes cover 'Synthesis of Artemisinin using E-Seriesand UV-150 reactor' (Application Note 39), 'α-Photodecarboxylation of Phthaloyl Glycine' (38), 'Photochemical Transformation of Methyl Coumalate' (37) and '[2+2] Photocycloaddtion of Maleimide and 1-Hexyne' (36) and are available to download in full from the Vapourtec website. Vapourtec MD and founder Duncan Guthrie explained: "Taken together these...
Epigenetics is a fast-growing research area with wide applications, including disease mechanism profiling and personalized medicine strategies. ChIP is crucial to epigenetic research. Published in the latest issue of Nature Methods (11, 2014) the article provides an introduction to Chromatrap® 96 - a high-throughput ChIP analysis platform and demonstrates how it is able to profile up to 96 transcription factors and epigenetic modifications...
The analysis of liquid samples, including volatile liquids, can be done quite easily on the Exeter Analytical Model 440 system without sacrificing accuracy or precision and without the need for expensive liquid autosamplers. The new application note 233 describes how a special liquid sample preparation technique together with controlled introduction of the sealed capsules into the Model 440 eliminates the problems associated with...
Now in its 18th year, MicroTAS (the International Conference on Miniaturized Systems for Chemistry and Life Sciences) runs from the 26th to 30th of October in San Antonio, Texas. This exciting competition will give anyone registered for the event the opportunity to win Dolomite microfluidics equipment worth $2,500 by creating a scientific or educational short film on micro- or nanofluidics. Videos can be fun, artistic, surprising or just...
This year’s show boasts its strongest ever exhibitor line up, with many using Lab Innovations to launch new technologies and concepts to the UK market. It also features a packed educational programme, with headline speakers Robin Ince, Quentin Cooper and Andrea Sella topping the bill.
The live event will detail how Gallus is using the ambr15™ automated microbioreactor system as a tool for implementing DoE (Design of Experiments) to accelerate biosimilar process development. Bioprocessing experts, Dr. Matt Zustiak, Principal Scientist at Gallus BioPharmaceuticals and Dr. Joanne Swihart, ambr15 Product Specialist at TAP Biosystems, will present data on how the ambr15 micro bioreactor system mimics large-scale cell culture to...
Following on from the well received ‘An Introduction to Powders’ the new guide provides straightforward guidance on the range of techniques available for powder characterisation. Both booklets are now available to download for free from the new Freeman Technology website. Understanding powder behaviour is essential to ensuring effective product and process performance. Powder testing techniques that allow users to understand and control both the product and manufacturing process therefore deliver substantial value...
The poster describes new work on rheological approaches to protein stability studies during biologics formulation and will be presented by Matt McGann, Malvern Instruments Life Science Sales and Application Specialist for the Americas. The study of rheology in protein formulation and biotherapeutic development is considered to be a developing and ultimately essential measurement. The Malvern presentation ‘Characterizing the stability of...
Application Note 20941: SOLAμ for Pre-Analysis Sample Concentration demonstrates the ability to decrease the lower limit of quantitation by a factor of 20 without the need for lengthy evaporation procedures that may compromise analytical results. By performing a preconcentration step during sample preparation, analysts can reduce workflow, provide stability for analytes susceptible to loss or degradation during evaporation/reconstitution, and...
On show including for the first time in the UK will be Bellingham + Stanley’s new ADP600 Series of Peltier temperature controlled polarimeters that are capable of measuring across the UV/Vis spectrum to 3-decimal places; ideal for quality control and research use in the food, chemical and particularly in the pharmaceutical industries where results are required in accordance with Pharmacopeia and FDA regulation 21 CFR Part 11....
The event showcased the importance, challenges and progress in the control of livestock diseases and zoonoses and gave delegates the opportunity to interact and debate recent advances in the control, epidemiology, virology, immunology and vaccinology of viral diseases of livestock, including poultry, and viral zoonoses. Delegates were also provided with a unique opportunity to tour the Institute’s new state-of the-art high biocontainment laboratory facility, the...
This practical, efficient and robust instrument has been developed for everyday laboratory use, and its outstanding design has already been recognised by the prestigious Red Dot Awards. Launched at Analytica in April this year, the state-of-the-art RC900 Rotary Evaporator is set to transform rotary evaporation, making it easier and safer than ever before....
The company will replace any existing unit, Purite or any other brand, that is reaching end-of-life, or requiring repair/service, and replace it with a new machine, for any customer who takes out a Purite exchange service package....
Carbolite manufactures an extensive range of ovens, chamber and tube furnaces from 20°C - 1800°C suitable for laboratory, pilot plant and industrial applications. The extensive range of tube furnaces for research includes split, horizontal, vertical and rotating models with accessories for use with inert atmosphere and vacuum....
Matrix Gemini is much more than an easily configurable LIMS for applications in a wide variety of laboratories including, food, pharmaceutical, chemicals, veterinary, healthcare, and environmental information management systems. It also provides a systematic quality management resource for tracking, storage, auditing and reporting of data across all segments of a business or company.
Gero Hochtemperaturöfen GmbH, which has been manufacturing high-temperature furnaces in Germany for more than 30 years, was recently bought by Carbolite’s parent company, Verder Scientific. As a result, Carbolite now offers a range of thermal equipment from general-purpose laboratory ovens with 250°C maximum temperatures up to the 3000°C Gero furnace models....
UV/Vis and fluorescence spectrophotometers, the TM3030 tabletop electron microscope and a dedicated water determination system will be complemented by microwave and pressure digestion sample preparation systems....