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New system makes it easier to detect rare molecules linked to early disease

By attaching specialized molecules to the backbone of DNA, researchers have made it easier to detect rare molecules associated with early disease.

20 Dec 2017

New video shows how to use solid state filter microplate for LC/MS sample preparation

Porvair Sciences has published an informative video that shows how to use a solid-state filter microplate to remove interfering proteins from serum, plasma or even whole blood samples prior to analysis by Liquid Chromatography / Mass Spectrometry.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 22 Nov 2017

Promega Maxwell modular automated nucleic acid preparation system offers labs new workflow flexibility

A modular automated liquid handling and purification system offers labs new found flexibility compared to large all-in-one instruments.

From Promega Corporation 21 Nov 2017

Applying AFM to study the viscoelastic properties of cells

An interview with Prof. Manfred Radmacher, Universität Bremen conducted by April Cashin-Garbutt, MA (Cantab).

From Bruker Nano Surfaces and Metrology 16 Nov 2017

Serial dilution bags offer huge benefits in food testing labs

Inlabtec has published a short article that discusses the benefits gained from use of application specific sterile plastic bags in microbiological food testing.

19 Oct 2017

New imaging system offers better way to monitor brain changes from Alzheimer's in mouse models

An estimated 5.5 million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease, a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Although treatments can slow the worsening of symptoms, scientists are still working to better understand the neurodegenerative disease so that curative and preventative medicines can be developed.

17 Oct 2017

Awards for contributions to analytical chemistry and applied spectroscopy announced by Pittcon

The Pittcon Program Committee is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of 13 prestigious awards honoring scientists who have made outstanding contributions to analytical chemistry and applied spectroscopy. Each award will be presented in a scheduled symposium during Pittcon 2018, the world’s leading conference and exposition for laboratory science, which will be held February 26-March 1, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida.

From Pittcon 10 Oct 2017

DuraClone RE antibody panels improve detection of rare, abnormal events in blood disorders

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has taken the detection of rare, abnormal events in blood disorders forward, with intro of antibody panels.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 28 Sep 2017

New solutions for autonomous LC-MS sample preparation introduced by Tecan

Tecan has unveiled its latest innovation, the automated RESOLVEX™ A200 positive pressure workstation for LC-MS sample prep.

20 Sep 2017

UTSW receives $34 million CPRIT award for cancer research and faculty recruitment

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas has awarded UT Southwestern researchers more than $34 million for cancer research and faculty recruitment, including support for programs in pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, and melanoma.

19 Sep 2017

Evosep launches new separation technology tailored for clinical omics at HUPO 2017

Evosep aims to improve quality of life and patient care by radically innovating protein based clinical diagnostics. We will make sample preparation and separation for mass spectrometry analysis 100 times more robust and 10 times faster to enable truly large cohort studies and provide the foundation for precision medicine.

From Evosep 19 Sep 2017

Porvair Sciences provide optimised microplate products for drug discovery scientists

Porvair Sciences offers a range of application optimised microplates and high-performance microplate equipment designed to enable drug discovery scientists to optimise sample preparation and improve productivity.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 15 Sep 2017

Video report reveals experiences of leading food hygiene lab in using Inlabtec Serial Diluter

Inlabtec has published a customer video report that describes the experiences of Swiss Quality Testing Services in replacing traditional test tube based serial dilution with the Inlabtec Serial Diluter.

13 Sep 2017

Consolidated beer analysis on single, integrated platform

Jules Wyss is the head of the quality assurance laboratory at the largest brewery in Switzerland, the Feldschlösschen brewery in Rheinfelden.

From Metrohm USA Inc. 13 Sep 2017

New Genova Bio Life Science Spectrophotometer launched by Jenway®

Cole-Parmer Ltd announced today that Jenway®, a leading UK manufacturer of analytical laboratory instruments, has launched the new Genova Bio Life Science Spectrophotometer. The Genova Bio, a UV/visible spectrophotometer, has been designed for fast and easy use in life science applications, whilst having a low-price point.

From Cole Parmer Limited 18 Aug 2017

ClearLLab reagents to aid the detection of leukemia and lymphoma receive FDA clearance

Beckman Coulter welcomes FDA announcement for received regulatory clearance to market its ClearLLab reagents for in vitro diagnostic use in the US.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 14 Jul 2017

Aflatoxin detection in milk research, the SYMPHONY project, is completed

On 11 July 2017, Epigem celebrated the completion of its research into Aflatoxin detection in milk, as part of the EU-funded SYMPHONY project. At the same time, the company announced that it has filed a patent based on this work.

From Epigem Ltd. 13 Jul 2017

Cole-Parmer introduces Arcis Sample Prep Kit to extract DNA and RNA for downstream processes

Cole-Parmer, a leading supplier of laboratory equipment and reagents, is introducing the Arcis Sample Preparation System, which can extract DNA and RNA for downstream processes such as PCR/qPCR and sequencing in just three minutes.

From Cole Parmer Limited 30 Jun 2017

Morgridge researchers reveal complex viral replication process in unprecedented detail

In the fight against the viruses that invade everyday life, seeing and understanding the battleground is essential. Scientists at the Morgridge Institute for Research have, for the first time, imaged molecular structures vital to how a major class of viruses replicates within infected cells.

27 Jun 2017

Porvair Sciences announce catalogue for sample preparation and chromatography

Porvair Sciences announces the first edition of an informative specialist catalogue for chromatography and sample preparation supplies and equipment.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 23 Jun 2017