News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 January
to Saturday 10 January 2004
Analysing amitrol in water
Technical Background Article A new and highly sensitive method for analysing amitrol, used both as an herbicide and photographic chemical, in water at sub parts per billion levels
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 9 January 2004)
Measuring the durability of elastomers
Fatigue-to-failure tester measures and records the number of extensions that can be withstood by up to 32 individual elastomeric samples, allowing researchers to compare compounds
News from Benz Materials Testing Instruments ( 9 January 2004)
Predictive modelling software for chemists
First SVM based predictive modelling software designed for chemists and informatics professionals makes cutting edge technology automated and easy to use
News from Equbits ( 9 January 2004)
Key resource for redox biochemistry
CD Handbook of Redox Biochemistry provides a 500-page reference on the use of electrochemical approaches in the study of pro-oxidant production, macromolecular damage and antioxidant protection Brochure Available
News from ESA Biosciences ( 9 January 2004)
Meeting all laboratory glassware washing needs
With the addition of the latest Labexia underbench range, Lancer believes it has the most comprehensive choice of high performance laboratory washing machines on the market Brochure Available
News from Lancer UK ( 9 January 2004)
Visual inspection of cavities and hollow spaces
Industrial endoscope employs multiple glass rod technology that both improves optical performance and lowers cost of construction
News from Moritex Europe ( 9 January 2004)
First human druggable genome siRNA set
Designed using a proprietary algorithm and optimised for specificity by stringent homology analysis, the set is the first set of its kind in the life sciences market
News from Qiagen ( 9 January 2004)
Automated discovery HPLC systems
A queue-based sample submission interface allows users to submit samples on a first-come, first-served basis, enabling scientists to concentrate on chemistry instead of separations Brochure Available
News from Shimadzu Scientific Instruments ( 9 January 2004)
RossLab sold to SLS
Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS) acquired the order book assets and stock of RossLab in mid December 2003 Brochure Available
News from Scientific Laboratory Supplies ( 9 January 2004)
RNAi is the hottest technology in drug discovery
New report says that RNAi has the potential to revolutionise biology research and drug target discovery by evolving genomics from inferring correlation to determining causation
News from Select Biosciences ( 9 January 2004)
Pittcon 2004 preview: Titan Scientific
MMM Medcenter and Titan Scientific invites customers to come and learn more about the wide range of ovens and incubators
News from Titan Scientific ( 9 January 2004)
Key patent for biomarkers awarded
Patent describes use of quantum resonance interferometry technology for detection and quantitation of biomolecular events above and below background noise
News from Vialogy ( 9 January 2004)
Yokogawa Martron relocates and changes name
The UK test and measurement operation of Yokogawa, formerly known as Yokogawa Martron, has relocated and changed its name to Yokogawa Measurement Technologies
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement ( 9 January 2004)
Using in-line raw conductivity in USP 645
Technical Background Article Monograph 645 of the United States Pharmacopeia has a direct impact worldwide on water analysis and quality in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industries
News from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation) ( 8 January 2004)
Service and support drives success in science
Scientific customers recognise the value that exceptional service and support plays in their effective use of products and ultimately in the success of their research
News from Bioinformatics ( 8 January 2004)
Handheld oscilloscopes with enhanced sensitivity
Promising the speed, performance and analysis power usually found only on high-end bench oscilloscopes, these instruments can tackle virtually all field electronics measurements
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) ( 8 January 2004)
Ensuring surgical instruments are clean
Rapid colour-change swab test helps to ensure that surgical instruments are sufficiently clean to undergo sterilisation procedures, redusing the risk of cross-contamination
News from Biotrace International ( 8 January 2004)
Pittcon 2004 preview: Genevac
Evaporation, concentration, and parallel synthesis products will be on display at the monster US show in Chicago in March Brochure Available
News from Genevac ( 8 January 2004)
Students automate data input
User Application Article Southwest Missouri State University chemistry students use automated data collection software to reduce experimental transcribing time
News from Labtronics ( 8 January 2004)
Customised systems for robotic titration
Comprehensive systems include all the instrumentation, electrodes, and accessories that are required for the rapid, accurate and economical solution of the titration tasks Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 8 January 2004)
Seminars on measuring up for success
Technical Background Article Free NPL seminars reflecting the critical importance of accurate and consistent measurement to the instrumentation sector
News from National Physical Laboratory ( 8 January 2004)
Ovens, dryers and incubators for the US market
The MMM range of products is said to represent a major step forward in product engineering, quality and features previously not available to laboratories
News from Titan Scientific ( 8 January 2004)
Pittcon 2004 preview: Viscotek
Focus on polymer and protein characterisation as well as an affordable GPC solvent sample delivery system at the Chicago event Brochure Available
News from Viscotek Europe ( 8 January 2004)
Lims user meeting is a winning formula
Annual Lims user group meeting held at the WilliamsF1 Conference Centre in Oxfordshire has been hailed a success Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe ( 7 January 2004)
Corporate name change
The new name leverages the company's well-known product brand, Starlims, and differentiates it from the generic term for the laboratory information management systems industry Brochure Available
News from Starlims ( 7 January 2004)
Chloride analysis of ionic liquids
Technical Background Article An introduction to the recent development of low temperature ionic liquids, which are something of mystery even to many experienced organic chemists, and their analysis using ion chromatography Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 7 January 2004)
Spear electrodes for pH measurement in semi solids
Glass electrode solves the problems of pore blockage when undertaking pH measurement in media such as cheese and fruits Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 7 January 2004)
Advanced robotics aids pioneering child study
User Application Article The project aims to work out the interplay between genetic and non-genetic influences on the growth and development of normal children from the womb into adult life
News from Tecan (UK) ( 7 January 2004)
Secondary buyout to fuel future growth
LGC's major stakeholder will become Legal and General instead of 3i, if shareholders approve a deal valuing the company at £70 million
News from LGC ( 7 January 2004)
Statistical process control analyses web activity
Because web activity varies constantly, the challenge is to separate everyday random variation from the non-random changes due to marketing programmes, web site design, or search engine rank Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 6 January 2004)
Ergonomic pipettor with easy to handle pricing
The compact and light weight design adds only 152mm to the pipette length, ideal for use in fume hoods and controlled environment glove boxes
News from Bel-Art Products ( 6 January 2004)
Catalogue covers texture analysis
Brookfield Engineering Laboratories has announced the release of its new 84-page, full colour 2004 catalogue featuring its line of laboratory and process viscometers and rheometers Brochure Available
News from Brookfield Engineering Laboratories ( 6 January 2004)
Confused by gumminess v chewiness?
All you ever wanted to know about texture analysis is available at the new online home of the recently-merged Brookfield and CNS Farnell Brochure Available
News from Brookfield Engineering Laboratories ( 6 January 2004)
Extended IR spectral response aids art restoration
The use of IR reflectometry to depth profile and visualise the techniques of artists' paintings is well established, but has until now been limited by poor performance at longer wavelengths Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 6 January 2004)
Courses on pharma, biotech and medical devices
These courses, which are delivered in the USA, cover a broad range of topics that are of interest to pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device professionals
News from Center For Professional Innovation and Education ( 6 January 2004)
Powtech 2004 preview: Freeman Technology
New accessory to expand the application for powder flow rheometer will be shown at the Nurnberg meeting in March
News from Freeman Technology ( 6 January 2004)
Precise non-contact liquid dispensing
Purpose built low-volume liquid dispensing system for reagents, chemicals, reaction mixes, and medium in the 1-350ul range is suitable for use with microplates Brochure Available
News from Genetix ( 6 January 2004)
Web resource for cellular analysis
Site provides access to a comprehensive and expanding cellular analysis information library that includes a publications bibliography, application notes and techical articles
News from Guava Technologies ( 6 January 2004)
Increase the utility of your vacuum pump
Range of affordable hand operator sets convert almost any commercial vacuum pump into a flexible system for aspirating liquids Brochure Available
News from Integra Biosciences ( 6 January 2004)
Total Packaging preview: Isopak
A range of equipment for laboratories involved with packaging samples for clinical trials and small batch production will be on display
News from Isopak ( 6 January 2004)
Optimising use of near IR fibre probes
Three new fibre optic probes are designed for diffuse reflectance spectroscopy requiring high sensitivity and dynamic range
News from Lambda Solutions ( 6 January 2004)
Build your own Lims
Open source product allows end-users, consultants, value added resellers and integrators, to build custom Lims solutions that are geared to the exact operational needs of many different laboratories
News from Lablynx ( 6 January 2004)
Total Show preview: Malvern Instruments
Particle characterisation and rheology systems will be on display at Total Processing and Packaging 2004 at the NEC, 29 March to 1 April
News from Malvern Instruments ( 6 January 2004)
Powtech 2004 preview: Malvern Instruments
Latest particle characterisation and rheology systems, and the first European show at which Malvern will exhibit the Bohlin range of products for rheology testing
News from Malvern Instruments ( 6 January 2004)
Imaging choice for stereo microscopy
Two new zoom stereo microscopes have been designed to have the flexibility to cope with still and video imaging with the latest digital camera systems Brochure Available
News from Olympus Life Science Europa ( 6 January 2004)
Digital 3D for stereo/surgical microscopes
World's first PC-based digital 3D viewing and recording system for use on stereoscopic surgical microscopes
News from Microstereopsis ( 6 January 2004)
Peak performance off-axis paraboloids
Suitable for use broadband or multiple-wavelength applications such as telescopes, beam expanders, forward-looking infrared test systems, collimators, spectrometers and laser beam focusing
News from Optical Surfaces ( 6 January 2004)
Making an impact in publishing
Technical Background Article Most scientists would prefer to be second author on a paper published in a high impact journal than be first author on a paper published in a low impact journal
News from Science Advisory Board ( 6 January 2004)
Microplate luminometer for flash and glow assays
Designed to meet the needs of high sensitivity and broad dynamic range for all bioluminescent and chemiluminescent applications
News from Turner Biosystems ( 6 January 2004)
Powtech 2004 preview: Whitehouse Scientific
Whitehouse Scientific will be showing the its complete range of particle size calibration standards at Powtech 2004 (Nurnberg, Germany, 16-18 March 2004) Brochure Available
News from Whitehouse Scientific ( 6 January 2004)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 50
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