News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 June
to Saturday 14 June 2003
Sensor chips for experimental flexibility
New surface plasmon resonance chemistries for easier biomolecular binding analysis in membrane receptor studies, biomaterial research, and advanced kinetic analyses
News from Biacore (13 June 2003)
Diode laser to replace high-power HeNe lasers
Device features high output power and circular beam, and is aimed at high-throughput screening, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry and particle counting applications
News from Coherent (13 June 2003)
Microscopy for fine surface structures
Technique uses circularly polarised light in contrast to conventional DIC to solve insufficient contrast problems observed in classical brightfield and darkfield microscopy
News from Carl Zeiss MicroImaging (13 June 2003)
Detecting ultra-trace levels of compounds
New laser induced fluorescence detector offering sensitivity typically 100-1000 times that of conventional fluorescence detection Brochure Available
News from ESA Biosciences (13 June 2003)
Feeling chilly in the bath
Range of low temperature circulators and baths offers great system flexibility with over 70 combinations of thermostat, refrigeration unit, and pump
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (13 June 2003)
High temperature circulators to 400C
New series series offers extremely fast heat-up and with the optional water cooling unit an almost instant response to exothermic reactions
News from John Morris Scientific (13 June 2003)
Assays benefit from clear-bottomed microplates
With a choice of designs and formats including 24-, 96- and 384-well, an optimised plate is now available to suit almost all photometric and cell counting applications Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences (13 June 2003)
New head for North America
Proteome systems names William Emhiser, a former Millipore executive, to head its North American operations
News from Proteome Systems (13 June 2003)
Automatic vial filling
Fast computer controlled precision X-Y system with a stainless steel workbench fills a 4ml vial in less than two seconds
News from Zinsser Analytic (UK) (13 June 2003)
Refining chemical analytical software
Today's scientific enterprise requires a method to efficiently collect and securely archive the massive volumes of data that are produced on a daily basis
News from Advanced Chemistry Development (12 June 2003)
Rapid method for characterising soybean quality
Protein profiles are generated using a bioanalyser and automated microfluidic electrophoresis system to provide analyses of protein extracts from soybeans in 45 minutes or less
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (12 June 2003)
Institut Gustave-Roussy to advance cancer research
User Application Article Largest cancer research centre in France expected to become resource centre for European hospitals and universities
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (12 June 2003)
Quick and easy Fret analysis
New edition software optimised for fluorescence resonance energy transfer microscopy examinations in cell and developmental biology laboratories
News from Carl Zeiss (12 June 2003)
Cost effective temperature controllers
Panel-mounting and sealed to IP54, these three-term controllers represent excellent value for money and have many applications in laboratory and industrial environments Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (12 June 2003)
Sequence identity aided by technology
Colony pickers can be used in conjunction with isothermal DNA amplification method for swift, efficient sequence identity Brochure Available
News from Genetix (12 June 2003)
Ultrasonic probes for processing in microplates
Specifically designed for processing 96 position deep well plates as well as microtubes and test tubes, directing ultrasonic energy to the sample rather than the walls
News from John Morris Scientific (12 June 2003)
Runner-up for MacRobert Award
Superconducting NMR magnet, now being used in molecular studies and drug development, listed as a finalist for the UK's top engineering prize
News from Oxford Instruments Superconductivity (12 June 2003)
Optometrist to the stars
User Application Article Specialised optics employed in new Earth observing system to visualise phenomena virtually unobservable by current satellite instruments
News from Optical Surfaces (12 June 2003)
Economical, automated, accurate pH
Putting the pH into GLP, this automated one-button meter can pay for itself in two years Brochure Available
News from QCL Scientific (12 June 2003)
Product video demonstration on CD
Benefits of diamond ATR technology explained to users of FTIR spectrometers, microscopes, and chemical identification techniques - without the need for a sales visit
News from SensIR Europe (12 June 2003)
Lab technology added to manufacturing show
Exhibition organiser adds laboratory technology feature to the 2004 Southern Manufacturing show, highlighting the importance of south east England to UK industry
News from Southern Laboratory 2004 (12 June 2003)
Improve reproducibility of microarray results
Compact hybridisation station is suitable for many applications in genomics, proteomics and drug discovery settings
News from Tecan (UK) (12 June 2003)
Software helps meet 21 CFR Part 11
Pipetting software for life science applications and instrument control and data reduction software for detection products upgraded to meet the FDA regulation
News from Tecan Group (12 June 2003)
Visualising solutions at Queens College, NY
User Application Article Students use Mathcad to visualise patterns and build general ideas about science at New York college Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (11 June 2003)
Aiding drug discovery
User Application Article Scientists at AstraZeneca chose Poly-D-Lysine plates for growing many of the cell lines used in their high throughput screening assays
News from BD Biosciences (11 June 2003)
New test extends fertility testing
Method utilises two-pass capability to improve assay performance and functional sensitivity, making it ideal for use in IVF centres and the testing of pre-menopausal women
News from Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics (11 June 2003)
Technology and management database online
Suited to the needs of both information professionals and research scientists interested in technology management and operations issues in the engineering industry Brochure Available
News from FIZ Karlsruhe, STN Europe (11 June 2003)
Shake, rock, and mix
Range of personal products for small sample volumes al for a wide range of tasks in many areas of scientific exploration such as molecular biology and diagnostics.
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (11 June 2003)
Heavy-duty washing for labs and production
Washing machines fill the gap between full GMP pharma specification and laboratory models, for use typically in the cosmetics, oil and agri-food industries Brochure Available
News from Lancer UK (11 June 2003)
Shaking up for noise and vibration analysis
New approach to provide a completely integrated environment that can be used in a matter of minutes to acquire, analyse and report the most complex of data requirements
News from M+P International (11 June 2003)
Measure cell fluorescence without a microscope
Newly developed coverslip holder allows standard coverslips to be located in a fluorescence cuvette in a defined orientation to the excitation beam
News from Starna Scientific (11 June 2003)
Ultrasound systems stand the test of time
User Application Article The Ultrasound Department at Leicester General Hospital now has three Philips Ultrasound HDI 5000s working continuously every day on general ultrasound cases
News from Philips Ultrasound (11 June 2003)
Estimate cell viability in multi-well plates
New cell viability assay uses a single, optimised reagent and offers choice of readout with multiplexing capability
News from Promega UK (11 June 2003)
Chosen to operate MCerts inspection scheme
The Environment Agency has appointed Sira Certification Service to operate its new Monitoring Certification Scheme to cover on-site inspection of effluent flow monitoring
News from Sira (11 June 2003)
Implementing FDA regulations
New software solutions have been designed for customers who need to meet the FDA's 21 CFR Part 11 regulations
News from Tecan (UK) (11 June 2003)
Neurite outgrowth assays for primary screening
High throughput, live cell, neurite outgrowth screens can be performed in 384 well plates at rates exceeding 30,000 compounds per day without compromising data quality
News from Acumen Biosciences (10 June 2003)
Chemical structure in a barcode
Method of encoding chemical structure information into barcodes removes the hurdle of textual interpretation or database retrieval
News from Advanced Chemistry Development (10 June 2003)
Micro-fraction collection system
Specifically designed for single or multidimensional chromatographic separation of complex peptide and protein mixtures
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (10 June 2003)
Technology to identify new drug targets
Agilent licenses protein mass tagging technology to help proteomics researchers identify new targets from the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (10 June 2003)
Niche suppliers in cytokine and growth factor
Niche suppliers are competing well against larger companies by offering increasingly specialised antibodies, immunoassay kits and reagents and recombinant proteins, says market report
News from Bioinformatics (10 June 2003)
Exhaust analysis improved
User Application Article Dry vacuum pump technology reduces maintenance procedures for automotive manufacturers
News from Edwards (10 June 2003)
Radio telemetry for strain gauge systems
Battery-powered modules condition the strain gauge signal and convert it to radio telemetry, with a choice of converters to allow connection and control via a computer system Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (10 June 2003)
Microwave flow-through synthesis
Capable of synthesising mg to kg quantities, system offers a platform that addresses the needs to incorporate microwave-enhanced methodologies into a scale-up process
News from CEM Microwave Technology (10 June 2003)
High dynamic temperature control system
With a 325C range in a single bath fluid, this controller is aimed at those who need precise, external temperature applications that demand a rapid and wide operating temperature range
News from John Morris Scientific (10 June 2003)
Liquid handling pump for IC
Ion chromatography pump unit can be used together with a suppressor module as well as for sample preparation and injection Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (10 June 2003)
Low-profile bottle caps a last-minute saviour
Chemically inert PTFE caps were required at short notice because the workstation could not accommodate standard inert bottle caps currently available on the market
News from Bio-Chem Valve and Omnifit (10 June 2003)
Cut contamination out of cells
Aaqueous cleaner can be used for a wide range of precision and critical cleaning applications contains a combination of ingredients that provide seven distinct cleaning actions
News from Starna Scientific (10 June 2003)
Recognised for superior technology and support
During the second quarter of 2003, PerkinElmer was one of only three companies in the United Kingdom to be honoured with two Queen's Awards for Enterprise
News from Perkin Elmer LAS (UK) (10 June 2003)
OEM distribution for proteomics software
Product scheduled for release this month increases objectivity and reduces hands-on time for the in-depth analysis of 2D electrophoresis gels
News from Perkin Elmer LAS (UK) (10 June 2003)
European distributor for microarray products
European Biotech Network (EBN) of Belgium appointed as distributor for genomic/proteomic microarray spotting pin products in Europe
News from Point Technologies (10 June 2003)
Chrome plating for medical and biotech devices
Chromium adds a dimension of hardness that is often required by medical device manufacturers and the genomics and proteomics market
News from Point Technologies (10 June 2003)
Digital scope can cope
New generation binocular microscope has options including digital and analogue video camera, plus ergonomic controls and infinity-corrected optics Brochure Available
News from Prior Scientific (10 June 2003)
pH electrode promises to save time
Revolutionary design is such that it is ready to measure at any time, with no need for a time-consuming calibration Brochure Available
News from QCL Scientific (10 June 2003)
Silencing of human coronavirus gene expression
This comprehensive tool is the first siRNA set specific for the human coronavirus, and allows gene silencing studies of coronavirus replication and cytopathology in mammalian cell culture
News from Qiagen (10 June 2003)
Software for microscope hot-stages
New software adds annotation and temperature to images and video
News from Studio86Designs (10 June 2003)
Melt flow index tester
Measures composition and density of plastics, rubber, lubricants and other substances
News from Benz Materials Testing Instruments ( 9 June 2003)
Program generates complex arbitrary waveforms
Windows based program for the creation, editing, translation and management of waveforms includes standard waveforms, mathematical expressions and freehand drawing
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 9 June 2003)
Digital handheld pocket refractometer
Rugged, pocket-size instrument has been re-designed for the demands of factory and field use and is aimaed at food and beverage manufacture as well as fruit and vegetable markets
News from John Morris Scientific ( 9 June 2003)
Attend free particle characterisation seminars
Malvern Instruments has launched a series of free seminars to discuss latest developments in particle characterisation
News from Malvern Instruments ( 9 June 2003)
Free 16-position autosampler
Special limited-time offer of free autosampler and archiving software with the purchase of a titrator Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 9 June 2003)
Evolution under the microscope
User Application Article New application of microscopy software helps determine man's evolutionary progress with greater certainty Brochure Available
News from Syncroscopy ( 9 June 2003)
Moisture sensors cover extended range of media
Knowing the relative saturation and the exact endpoint criterion for any oil processing or filtering application can save many man-hours
News from Vector Instruments ( 9 June 2003)
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