News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 March
to Saturday 15 March 2003
Complete directory of chemical manufacturers
Now available, th third edition of this directory centralises information about the chemicals and materials that are produced for the worldwide chemical market
News from American Technical Publishers (14 March 2003)
Register for free copy of biosystems magazine
Biosystems Solutions produced three times a year and aims to keep customers up to date with what is happening in the life sciences field, in and around Europe
News from Applied Biosystems (14 March 2003)
Achema preview: Fritsch
Numerous new developments will be revealed, including the world's first laser measuring instrument for particle size distributions and particle shape detection in a single process Brochure Available
News from Fritsch (14 March 2003)
Doubly honoured for PCR
Roche Diagnostics receives Frost and Sullivan awards for its pioneering excellence in the European in vitro diagnostics industry
News from Frost and Sullivan (14 March 2003)
Managing biopharma data in southern California
User Application Article IDBS expands its southern Californian customer base, assisting biopharmaceutical companies to manage their research data and facilitate collaborations
News from IDBS (14 March 2003)
Excimer-based laser ablation for mass spectrometry
For solid sampling of opaque and highly transmissive materials including quartz, diamonds and gemstones, and geochemical analysis of fluid inclusions, zircons, calcite, apatite and basalt
News from New Wave Research (14 March 2003)
Mini hot point dry block probe calibrator
Offers a fast, accurate, stable solution for calibrating temperature probes in both the laboratory and in the field by providing a lightweight, rugged miniature design Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (14 March 2003)
New standard for the viscosity testing of starches
Analyser combines the properties of a rheometer with a newly developed environmental system specially designed for the needs of starch testing
News from Anton Paar (14 March 2003)
The ultimate glassware washer?
New models feature a built-in steam condenser and de-mineralised water pump as standard, plus electro-thermal door lock and validation entry port
News from P+R Labpak (14 March 2003)
New business to reshape laboratory service
PerkinElmer has announced the launch of OneSource, a new business that will provide comprehensive service and support for laboratories worldwide
News from Perkin Elmer LAS (UK) (14 March 2003)
New distributors required in eastern Europe
The only manufacturer of laboratory microscopes in the UK is seeking new distributors in eastern Europe, and invites candidates to meet it at Achema Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific (14 March 2003)
New software for 'knowledge engineering'
Several new software products that will significantly enhance the usability of laboratory data are announced at Pittcon
News from Scientific Software (now part of Agilent) (14 March 2003)
Record software sales year
Record sales of knowledge engineering system and chromatography data system in fiscal 2002, reported at Pittcon
News from Scientific Software (now part of Agilent) (14 March 2003)
Gene software upgraded for multiplexing
Allows the acquistion and automatic overlaying of up to three images simultaneously, and saves time by eliminating the need to manually compare separate gel or blot images Brochure Available
News from Syngene (14 March 2003)
Save solvent and reduce waste with these columns
Flow rate for 3.0mm columns are 40% of the flow rate of the 4.6mm columns at the same linear velocity, decreasing solvent purchase and waste disposal costs
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (13 March 2003)
Data system audit is online
Audit report on Agilent Cerity Networked Data System for pharmaceutical QA/QC is now available through Audit Repository Center website
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (13 March 2003)
Avoid siRNA design altogether
Kit includes reagents to synthesise long dsRNAs by in vitro transcription, to digest those dsRNAs into siRNA populations using RNase III and to purify the siRNA cocktail
News from Ambion (Europe) (13 March 2003)
Proteomics analyser makes life easier
User Application Article Scientists at the University of York have praised a new high throughput instrument for revolutionising the way proteomics research is performed
News from Applied Biosystems (13 March 2003)
Activated protein C for coagulation research
Anticoagulant serine protease that can be used to study coagulation in relation to particular proteins, such as factor VIII
News from Cambridge BioScience (13 March 2003)
New tools for HTS drug metabolism studies
Baculovirus expressed human Nat1 and Nat2 preparations enable the study of soluble drug metabolising enzymes in the cytosol, facilitating the final stages of ADME profiling
News from Cambridge BioScience (13 March 2003)
Small to XXL, think disposable apparel
Disposable apparel is a cost-effective alternative to re-laundered garments, and can be used by all staff including visitors
News from Helapet (13 March 2003)
Specialist gloves that work with you
When you need to wear specialist gloves to protect you, a patient or a product, you need to be confident that you can choose the best glove available
News from Helapet (13 March 2003)
Positive response to innovative lab robot
Programmable robotic arm with fully integrated electronics able to operate with high precision in four degrees of freedom as standard
News from Imix (13 March 2003)
Microscopes for metallurgy
User Application Article What have a Formula One car and a Roman centurion's helmet got in common? They are both subjects of study at the Royal Military College laboratories
News from Leica Microsytems (13 March 2003)
The first high-performance, low-cost ELSD
Universal response gives a closer representation of sample mass than UV detectors, making quantitation more accurate when standards are not available
News from Mandel Scientific (13 March 2003)
Titrator now has KF for moisture analysis
Special Karl Fischer mode whose sophisticated control algorithm, combined with the increased volume resolution of intelligent exchange units, guarantees highly precise results Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (13 March 2003)
No gas, no wind
Eluent degasser for advanced ion chromatography is simply included between the eluent and IC pump or between the sample and the injection valve Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (13 March 2003)
Collaboration to optimise novel drug
Medicinal chemistry has recently collaborated with a private biotechnology company to optimise a novel small-molecule cardiovascular drug which is currently progressing through clinical trials
News from NCE Discovery (13 March 2003)
Colorectal cancer drug gets Phase II go-ahead
Product is based on a gene that encodes a protein, known as 5T4, which exists only on the surface of tumour cells and not on normal cells
News from Oxford BioMedica (13 March 2003)
New website for Asia-Pacific microbiologists
Bespoke site for microbiologists and laboratory personnel in the Asia Pacific region provides local product and news information and contacts Brochure Available
News from Oxoid (13 March 2003)
PerkinElmer showcases 12 new products at Pittcon
Includes innovative new Maldi O-Tof mass spectrometer for protein identification, enhanced security Labworks Lims, and economical Elan DRC-e ICP-MS
News from Perkin Elmer LAS (UK) (13 March 2003)
Wine, sulphur dioxide, and titration
Technical Background Article Discussion of the Rankine method - probably too radical for the conservative wine industry - by Tom Smith, research director of Multitrator
News from Stirling Service and Diagnostics (13 March 2003)
Sample processing at a higher level
Fully automated store-to-plate processing system is capable of handling over 10,000 cherry-picked microtubes a day without operator intervention
News from TTP LabTech (13 March 2003)
Achema rises to market challenge
Despite the economic uncertainty of the time, the mammoth process industries event in Frankfurt this May will be almost as big as the last record-breaking event, in 2000
News from ACHEMA 2009 (12 March 2003)
MS for trace metal and semiconductor applications
Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometer designed for semiconductor and research facilities that demand the widest elemental coverage and superior detection power in high purity matrices
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (12 March 2003)
Easier haematology analyser control
While eliminating the need to run separate controls, the product also contains assay values for automated and manual reticulocytes, further reducing the number of lab controls required
News from Alpha Laboratories (12 March 2003)
Still using patients as controls?
The introduction of the IVD directive and the ethical question of using patients as controls emphasise the importance of accreditation and quality control in transfusion laboratories
News from Alpha Laboratories (12 March 2003)
ISO 9001:2000 certification
Enduratec selected TUV America as its registrar based on the latter's reputation as a global leader in ISO 9000 registration having certified thousands of companies worldwide
News from Bose Corporation (12 March 2003)
Cable assembly test for patchcord applications
Automated test system offers industry-leading specifications for multimode and singlemode testing of short fibre assemblies
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (12 March 2003)
Smart work
Freeman Technology wins Smart Achievement award for its powder rheometer, installed at many major pharmaceutical and chemical companies around the world
News from Freeman Technology (12 March 2003)
Analysis of proteomics sample preparations markets
Integrated and customised solutions to drive proteomics sample preparations, says new market analyst's report
News from Frost and Sullivan (12 March 2003)
Solving a problem of technical illustration
User Application Article Endress+Hauser found a way to utilise its existing 3D Cad files to produce the technical illustrations, in order to eliminate the cost of re-drawing them
News from Itedo Software (12 March 2003)
Expertise in cryogenics for quantum nanotechnology
Cryogenic Instrumentation for Quantum Electronics Collaboration gains a new member to supply cryogenic consultancy and an ultra low temperature system
News from Oxford Instruments Superconductivity (12 March 2003)
Guide to gas generator benefits
CD-Rom guide outlines the advantages and benefits of using gas generators as a safer, more convenient alternative to the traditional methods of supplying gas to laboratory instruments Brochure Available
News from Parker Balston - Analytical Gas Systems (12 March 2003)
Camera meets need for speed
Based on the latest generation of CMOS image sensors offering image quality that comes close to that of a CCD, camera combines Cameralink, quad speed and small size in a cost effective package Brochure Available
News from Firstsight Vision (12 March 2003)
No-mess high productivity protein precipitation
Said to be the first optimised product to combine the productivity-enhancing features of a 96-well microplate system with a new proprietary design avoiding mess and waste Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences (12 March 2003)
Plastic wheels keep X-rays sharp
User Application Article Polymer helps minimise patient's radiation exposure in novel three-dimensional X-ray imaging process
News from Victrex (12 March 2003)
Gene expression agreement with NCI
Agilent reaches agreement with the US National Cancer Institute establishing terms under which members of the NCI's Mouse Models of Human Cancers Consortium may purchase Agilent microarrays
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (11 March 2003)
Ceramic filtration probes for bioprocesses
Smooth surface prevents cell build-up, making probes suitable for use with aerobic or anaerobic bacterial cultures as well as yeast, fungi, algae, insect, animal and mammalian cell cultures
News from Sebia UK (11 March 2003)
Achema preview: Biopharma Technology
Freeze drying microscope system and integrated integrated differential thermal analyser and conductivity system on display at the mammoth Frankfurt show in May Brochure Available
News from Biopharma Technology (11 March 2003)
Microplate products with a pedigree
Microplate readers and plate washer are aimed at the routine user looking for convenience, low maintenance and ease of use, coupled with high performance at a competitive price Brochure Available
News from Biochrom (11 March 2003)
High-throughput HBV testing
A complete panel of automated bepatitis B assays for microbiology laboratories provides a 'total solution' for high-throughput viral serology
News from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics (11 March 2003)
New sales engineer
Global Display Solutions (GDS), a designer and developer of industrial display solutions, has appointed Gus Rothmaler as its new sales engineer for the North and South American territories Brochure Available
News from GDS (11 March 2003)
Grow your own motor fuel
Technical Background Article Method for measuring the oxidative stability of fatty acid methyl esters in which the highly volatile organic acids produced absorbed in water and used to indicate induction time Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (11 March 2003)
Wyeth exercises option on anti-tumour antibody
Antibody is directed against a novel proprietary tumour-associated antigen that is expressed on a wide range of solid tumours
News from Oxford BioMedica (11 March 2003)
Automated solution for DNA extraction
Kit purifies genomic DNA from fresh blood by capturing leukocytes on the surface of silica coated magnetic beads
News from Tecan (UK) (11 March 2003)
External control materials for osmometers
Said to be the first controls specifically developed for use in calibrating osmometers, a product simulating urine and a protein-based control will be available within weeks
News from Advanced Instruments (10 March 2003)
Electronics package for ageing ovens
Design eliminates roundabout steps that are irrelevant to ageing ovens but found on typical off-the-shelf electronics control packages
News from Benz Materials Testing Instruments (10 March 2003)
Wiping the board with a new brand name
Helapet wipes range, encompassing dry wipes, alcohol wipes and prep pads in a variety of sizes and pack presentations, join the SteriClean family
News from Helapet (10 March 2003)
IDBS announces 2002 results
Substantial revenue growth and continued profitability despite challenging market conditions
News from IDBS (10 March 2003)
Prodigious performance from ICP spectrometer
Using a novel large format programmable array solid state detector and a high-dispersion Echelle spectrometer for low noise and interference-free low detection levels Brochure Available
News from Lambda Advanced Technology (10 March 2003)
Cabinet coolers chill out
Simplified specification for cabinet coolers to make life easier for customers and improve operating efficiency of units
News from Meech Air Technology (10 March 2003)
Organic solvent nanofiltration membranes
New distribution agreement widens horizons for pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and chemical engineering industry
News from Membrane Extraction Technology (10 March 2003)
Focus on inspection and machine vision
Lenses provide the high resolution and sharp contrast required by the most demanding machine vision and inspection applications
News from Moritex Europe (10 March 2003)
Circulators get pumped-up
Two new circulators with integral pumps, including a high temperature version, join range of temperature control equipment
News from Nickel-Electro (10 March 2003)
Economical thermocouple scanner/meter
Handles all the common temperature display applications with simplicity, reliability, accuracy and ease Brochure Available
News from Omega Engineering (10 March 2003)
Simple and cost-effective sample digestions
Advanced temperature control with built-in timer provides automatic shut-off and includes a temperature ramp feature for control of difficult samples
News from QMX Laboratories (10 March 2003)
Ultrasound helps optimise drive designs
User Application Article A bespoke pump maker is using ultrasound waves to efficiently model drive torque and thus contain development costs to within predictable limits Brochure Available
News from Sensor Technology (10 March 2003)
Centrifugally driven microfluidics platform
Combines microscale fluid paths, reaction chambers, and passive valves on a disposable compact disc operating on one easy-to-use automated platform
News from Tecan (UK) (10 March 2003)
Blisteringly good idea
New blister packaging concept is "a major step forward" in safeguarding children against potentially toxic drugs while maintaining accessibility for senior citizens
News from Team Consulting (10 March 2003)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 70
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