At Field Based Chemistry Europe, Dr Tim Cheeseright presented a pre-release of Cresset’s new Activity Miner module. The groundbreaking new science in Activity Miner helps researchers optimize their leads by identifying the key 3D structural and electrostatic changes that impact molecular activity. 

Activity Miner explores the structure activity landscape of a set of molecules. For each pair of molecules, the difference between them in electrostatics, shape and structure is compared to the difference in activity. A small change in structure or electrostatics that results in a large change in activity is known as an activity cliff. Conversely, large structural changes resulting in little or no change in activity indicate bioisosteres. In each case, the comparison indicates an area of interest that merits further research...

New automated particle location and chemical characterization tool

HORIBA Scientific, a leading innovator in the manufacture of high performance scientific and analytical equipment, is announcing the launch of their new ParticleFinder module for the LabSpec 6 Spectroscopy Suite. In combination with the full range of HORIBA Raman microscopes ParticleFinder brings a new level of automation and ease of use for particle analysts who require the unique chemical characterization tools that Raman can offer...

The new Eppendorf PlateReader AF2200 is a highly user-friendly device for quantifying biomolecules, such as nucleic acids and proteins, and for measuring fluorescence-based assays in plate format and is designed to simplify both set-up procedures and data analysis.

The AF2200™s convenient hardware and software solutions are engineered for ease-of-use and include integrated temperature control and plate-shaking options, as well as pre-programmed methods including data analysis and factor-based calculation. By supporting the instrument with smart accessories, such as the Eppendorf Plate G0.5 for microvolume applications and pre-configurated filter slides, Eppendorf delivers a complete solution for life scientists across many applications...

Single source for sponsor, CRO and investigator collaboration

During the Drug Information Association’s (DIA) annual meeting today, Veeva Systems previewed its new Veeva Vault Investigator Portal. As a companion product to Vault eTMF, Vault Investigator Portal enables fast collection, sharing and tracking of all investigator content from a single platform. Veeva has specifically designed its new Investigator Portal to speed study start-up by simplifying the overall trial document management process and providing bi-directional, direct access to the eTMF...

Resolve Optics has supplied a high performance 8-channel optical module to Specialised Imaging (Tring, UK) to enable researchers to undertake UV imaging experiments at ultra high speed using their SIM ultra high-speed framing camera.

Using the new UV optical module and UV ICCD enables the SIM camera to optimally operate inthe 230-400nm region allowing scientists to study phenomena that emit ultraviolet radiation during the initial phase, such as corona from a pre-streamer in electrical discharge studies. Resolve Optics has a proven track record of developing state-of-the-art optical solutions that meet the highest standards and solve the most challenging problems for its customers...

Oxford Instruments, one of the world’s leading NMR specialists, has launched Pulsar™ - an affordable benchtop, cryogen-free NMR spectrometer that offers convenience without the special requirements and cost associated with superconducting magnets.

Pulsar offers performance without expensive liquid helium, making it suitable for virtually any chemistry laboratory and ideal for teaching NMR to undergraduates. Professor David Haddleton in the Department of Chemistry, University of Warwick, UK has been trialling Pulsar in his undergraduate laboratory...

ChemiDoc-It^TS2 Imager for Genomics and Proteomics Research now with Multiple Language Interface

UVP, LLC now offers the ChemiDoc-It^®TS2 Imager software with multiple language options. English is the standard language format of the software and users can select from Chinese (simplified), Turkish, Japanese, Spanish, Korean and Russian for all screen text and buttons.  "The language offerings will assist researchers in expediting and simplifying the image acquisition capabilities of the system. The integrated touch screen with software interaction in local languages makes the system highly intuitive and friendly," says Myrna Espiritu, International Sales Manager for UVP...

FRITSCH Laser Particle Sizers: Simple. Flexible. Reliable.

Worldwide the Laser Particle Sizers ANALYSETTE 22 ensures precise determination of particle size distributions, by Static Laser Scattering – in production and quality control as well as in research and development. Benefit from their decisive advantages: extremely simple operation and short analysis times for consistently reproducible and reliable results. AutoSampler is ideal for automation of measurement series: 26 positions for 40 ml containers are available for complete sample feeding, automatic dispersion, measurement and cleaning...

Cresset, innovative provider of chemistry software and services, announces the release of the GPU version of Blaze, the leading virtual screening platform. 

BlazeGPU runs at 40 times the speed of Blaze using affordable consumer hardware, making this effective lead generation tool accessible to any research lab. This dramatic speed increase means that screening a database of a few million compounds can be achieved overnight using a single desktop box with 4 GPUs, rather than requiring an expensive Linux cluster...

For biobanks and laboratories looking to securely organise and track their stored samples - the new version 4.903 Track-IT™ Information management system from Micronic enables users to scan tube codes directly into the software.

With Micronic Traxcer code reader software now fully integrated with Track-IT - users can directly trigger tube or rack barcode scanning from the Track-IT program. The new version of the automation friendly information management solution allows you to scan in only 5 seconds and transfer the codes directly into the Track-IT database program...

At ASMS Waters is previewing an enhanced range of Omics Research Platform Solutions, powered by TransOmics™ 2.0 Informatics. 

Recognising the high purchase price and ongoing support costs of many competitive Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), Autoscribe has devised a payment scheme that would significantly reduce capital budget costs.

This is specifically designed for LIMS users who are looking to replace their existing system but may be finding it difficult to raise the required budget. The new scheme spreads the total cost of an Autoscribe Matrix Gemini LIMS over 5 years, including ongoing support. Autoscribe Managing Director, John Boother, explained: “We have had discussions with a number of users who are unhappy with their current system and although they would find it difficult to obtain more capital funding, they are already paying significant ongoing maintenance costs....

With laboratory automation constantly advancing, it is important that laboratories update their systems to keep up with current legislation and technology trends.

Pro-curo Software Ltd assists labs in introducing new systems by making the adoption and integration of the company’s sample tracking software as easy as possible. By ensuring that setup and installation of Pro-curo software is quick and simple, without posing any risks to existing data and through supplying complete training and 24-hour customer support, Pro-curo Software Ltd makes sure that the transition to their innovative, user-friendly tracking system runs smoothly....

Qualoupe LIMS from Two Fold Software includes specific features to fit with the dynamic needs of contract testing laboratories. As well as providing core LIMS functionalities to support day to day laboratory work, Qualoupe software helps labs meet the challenges of providing analytical testing to clients while still growing and supporting their business.

By creating a secure, reliable interface between laboratories and their clients, Qualoupe’s user-friendly system saves businesses time and money. The software automatically provides fast and accurate production of invoices and estimates for improved, more streamlined cash flows, while the flexibility of the system means laboratories have control over pricing plans. Customers can log in to Qualoupe remotely to view results and book in their own samples....

OceanView’s customizable interface puts the user in control

Ocean Optics has released OceanView spectroscopy software, combining powerful data processing capabilities with a clear graphical user interface for use with the company’s miniature spectrometers. OceanView is highly customizable and includes a schematic view that provides a visual roadmap of data flow from spectral inputs to processed results.OceanView displays and utilizes spectral data from Ocean Optics spectrometers with the added flexibility of integrating temperature, voltage and other input data, allowing users to capture and visualize data from multiple sources....

Olympus enhances its core cellSens life science imaging and analysis software with the release of version 1.8. New customisable interface and improved support for multi well plates enhance the user experience.

Focusing on ease of use for routine applications, the latest cellSens software release, version 1.8, offers flexible and user-centric imaging, processing, analysing and reporting. New and enhanced functions include a fully customisable user interface, precise frame-by-frame sample navigation and easy one-button switching between wells. For a wide range of life science applications, cellSens provides easy control of the workflow. The software binds together Olympus frames, cameras and high-quality optics to form complete, highly precise and user-friendly microscopy systems....

Thermo Scientific iAutomate software reduces time needed for optimal system set-up design and provides accurate estimates

Leading sample management software provider, Titian Software, has announced that Boehringer Ingelheim has implemented its Mosaic™ sample management software for the inventory management, sample tracking, and sample processing of New Biological Entities (NBE)

Now well-established as a leading provider of sample management software for small molecule compound libraries, Titian has evolved Mosaic into enterprise-wide management of biological samples, reagents and standards. The new installation has Boehringer Ingelheim incorporating Mosaic into their protein purification, gene expression, biological lead engineering, and biological lead generation workflows within the NBE groups.

UNIFI 1.6 is Industry’s First Multi-User, Server-Based Technology for Management of Analytical LC, LC/MS, and LC/MS/MS Data

Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) is now shipping UNIFI^® Scientific Information System, release version 1.6, for the Waters^® Biopharmaceutical Platform Solution, Regulated Bioanalysis Platform Solution, Screening Platform Solution, Pesticide Screening Application Solution and Metabolite Identification Application Solution. UNIFI 1.6 features improved software performance, default and customizable workflows capabilities, and multi-user server-based connectivity....

FLIR Systems has introduced a new and considerably enhanced version of its FLIR ResearchIR thermal measurement, recording, and analysis software

Chromeleon 7.2 chromatography data system supports mass spectrometry along with liquid, gas and ion chromatography to simplify workflows

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, has introduced the next generation of its gold-standard Chromeleon chromatography data system (CDS), which now supports mass spectrometry along with mainstream front-end separation techniques in the same software package. Thermo Scientific Dionex Chromeleon 7.2 CDS bridges the gap between gas, liquid, or ion chromatography and mass spectrometry to offer enterprise-wide gains in laboratory productivity....

New software offers convenience, speed and accuracy