News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 11 April
to Saturday 17 April 2004
Analogue input card claims highest sampling rate
Sampling rate of 30MS/s and four dedicated A/D converters makes this card suitable for dynamic and transient signal measurements Brochure Available
News from Advantech (UK) (16 April 2004)
Ion fingerprint raises mass spec efficiency
Software is able to deconvolve mass spectra in the presence of high noise levels and co-elutants, permiting the use of extremely short and simple GC temperature programmes Brochure Available
News from Autoscribe (16 April 2004)
Pioneering RNA interference library completed
Two charities have produced the world's first cancer-focussed RNA interference library - a collection of 23,742 designer molecules, created to inactivate a total of 7914 human genes
News from Cancer Research UK (16 April 2004)
HTP examination of protein-protein interactions
Technical Background Article Guide illustrates how to successfully automate the time-consuming and laborious steps of yeast 2-hybrid screening Brochure Available
News from Genetix (16 April 2004)
Training of Israeli life science executives
Kevin Hahnen, a managing partner and founder of MVS Solutions, has been selected as an instructor in the entrepreneurship training series at the Larta Institute
News from MVS Solutions (16 April 2004)
Concurrency features boost Ames assay tests
New version of software suite for conducting and reporting Ames bacterial reverse mutation assays has enhanced multi-user capabilities
News from Perceptive Instruments (16 April 2004)
Free microarrays for top college
Agilent donates microarray technology to Rhodes College for hands-on gene expression experiments to prepare students for leadership in research, medical and policy-making
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (15 April 2004)
A fine gloss on datalogging
User Application Article Data logger chosen for its accuracy, ease of use, and repeatability for oven profiling and checking of cure times at powder and paint supplier
News from Grant Instruments (Cambridge) (15 April 2004)
Measurement of cell migration response to drugs
User Application Article Application note demonstrates how assay and cell analysis system has enabled scientists to quickly and easily study cell migration and screen for drug compounds that affect that process
News from Guava Technologies (15 April 2004)
Gene expression technology agreement
Licencing agreement gives Promega exclusive rights to quantitative gene expression assays for the life science research marketplace using technology developed by EraGen
News from Promega UK (15 April 2004)
Securely sealed samples
Heat sealer has been designed to seal polypropylene deep well plates, PCR plates, microtitre plates and polystyrene tubes with a specially prepared pierceable film or foil Brochure Available
News from Porvair Sciences (15 April 2004)
Time is running out to avoid an explosive future
Off-the-shelf packages to help the self-employed, small and medium-sized companies comply with Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations
News from Sira (15 April 2004)
Scope promises total FT-IR microscopy capability
Research-grade instrument provides high performance infrared sampling, excellent visible-light microscopy, and exceptional FT-IR imaging Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Molecular Spectroscopy) (15 April 2004)
DNA databank for South Africa
User Application Article Tecan signs agreement with South African Police Service to provide a fully automated DNA typing system for national forensic databank
News from Tecan Group (15 April 2004)
Worldwide availability of expression array system
Test site customers report that system can detect a greater number of genes with higher sensitivity and specificity than other microarray technologies
News from Applied Biosystems (14 April 2004)
Chemically resistant aspiration system for spills
Wheeled unit includes aspiration tank and protective filters for the containment of fluids and maintenance of a safe working environment
News from Finemech (14 April 2004)
ISP buys Biochema Schwaben
International Specialty Products acquires the business of Biochema Schwaben, a formulator of preservatives and biocides for industrial and personal care applications
News from International Specialty Products Europe (14 April 2004)
Advertise your microscope auction for 75% off
April 15 to 30, you can post your microscopes auctions and receive 75% off the regular price of posting
News from LabX (14 April 2004)
High pressure stirred cell in Hastelloy
Benchtop, high pressure stirred cell, suitable for a wide variety of membrane applications, including micro- to nano- filtrations and reverse osmosis
News from Membrane Extraction Technology (14 April 2004)
Fluoride measurement to go
With just one order number receive your meter, fluoride electrode, standards, solutions, electrode holder and stirring accessory Brochure Available
News from QCL Scientific (14 April 2004)
New results 'prove best of breed technology'
Combination of industrial robotics, dynamic scheduling software, integrated liquid handling and cell counting instrumentation and environmental control systems does well in tests Brochure Available
News from RTS Life Science (14 April 2004)
55,000 gene targets on a single array
Whole human genome bioarray enables researchers to discover more by consolidating genome-wide expression profiling into a single chip microarray experiment
News from GE Healthcare (13 April 2004)
Spectrophotometer for many applications
Complete reflectance and transmittance solutions such as sampling of film coatings, lenses, powders, liquids, paper, and sheet metal are provided in just one instrument Brochure Available
News from Cecil Instruments (13 April 2004)
Trial of DNA bisulphite modification kit completed
User Application Article Sydney IVF is studying methylation patterns as part of an overall project aimed at understanding the impact of these patterns on embryonic development
News from Human Genetic Signatures (13 April 2004)
European launch of anti-inflammatory ingredient
Unique bio-functional form of vitamin E developed for use in the formulation of skin treatment products for the personal care sector
News from International Specialty Products Europe (13 April 2004)
Ceramic capacitor for superior functionality
Laser discharge ceramic capacitor uses a strontium-titanate based dielectric material, which exhibits a negligible piezoelectric/electrostrictive effect
News from Morgan Electro Ceramics (13 April 2004)
GE completes acquisition of Amersham
General Electric has acquired all the outstanding shares of Amersham, completing its acquisition of the diagnostic imaging agents and life sciences firm
News from GE Healthcare (12 April 2004)
Shedding light on fusion research
User Application Article Joint European Torus, currently the world's largest nuclear fusion research facility, will install new infrared camera to monitor plasma temperature Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems (12 April 2004)
Sediment no impediment to pure water
Hydrology and earth surface processes researchers at Exeter study mechanisms behind sedimentation and its links to floodwater hydraulics
News from Elga Process Water (12 April 2004)
Strategic analysis of world Lims markets
Enterprise integration and business optimisation critical for laboratory information management system's success, says new market research
News from Frost and Sullivan (12 April 2004)
Customer led manufacturing with Varidisk
Having recently introduced the concept of the Varidisk filter device, Helapet proves that there definitely is a market for customer led filter manufacturing
News from Helapet (12 April 2004)
Attracting and retaining motivated staff
Andrew Hayter of Jenesis Scientific Recruitment provides this (long) article on how to attract and retain laboratory staff in an uncertain climate
News from Jenesis Scientific Recruitment (12 April 2004)
Keyence catalogue a useful reference source
Full of ideas to improve productivity and quality, the Keyence catalogue not only provides product information, but also a useful source of reference for every engineer.
News from Keyence (UK) (12 April 2004)
2000-2001 catalogue launched
Full of ideas to improve productivity and quality, the Keyence catalogue for 2000-2001 contains information on sensors, vision systems, measuring instruments, bar code readers and PLCs
News from Keyence (UK) (12 April 2004)
Complete engineering reference to sensors
Catalogue contains 503 pages of information on sensors, machine vision systems, measuring instruments, bar code readers, PLCs, and other automation sensing and control products
News from Keyence (UK) (12 April 2004)
Testing airbag electronics
Volkswagen awards M+P International a ?280,000 project for the engineering and supply of an airbag electronics test system
News from M+P International (12 April 2004)
DataCell distributes arrayWoRxe biochip reader
Independent imaging company becomes distributor in UK and Ireland for white light scanner and DeltaVision restoration microscopy system
News from DataCell (now Media Cybernetics UK) (12 April 2004)
On-site relative humidity calibration
Offers the opportunity to provide local calibration of RH sensors, without the need to send them away to a traceable laboratory or incur the cost of on-site calibration services Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (12 April 2004)
Bubble trap maintains fluid flow
Device removes in-line gas and air bubbles, eliminating need for a degassing carrier buffer or eluent and preventing disruption to fluid flow
News from Bio-Chem Valve and Omnifit (12 April 2004)
E coli medium improves food hygiene testing
Chromogenic medium provides a rapid and easily visualised result within 24 hours, reducing the need for further lengthy confirmation steps Brochure Available
News from Oxoid (12 April 2004)
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All in one water quality testing
These lightweight portable meters are supplied in a rugged carrying case, complete with reagents, stir rod, disposable beaker, calibration buffers, rinse solution and instructions Brochure Available
News from QCL Scientific (12 April 2004)
First true BSE testing service
Reading Scientific Services says it is the first and only commercial laboratory in the UK to offer a true testing service for BSE, based on the detection of prions
News from Reading Scientific Services (12 April 2004)
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