News releases on Laboratorytalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 September
to Saturday 8 September 2007
Faster turnaround times for hardness tests
User Application Article Zwick has equipped the laboratory at Deutsche Edelstahlwerke with all of its hardness testers - the most recent being the premier ZHU250 Top universal hardness tester Brochure Available
News from Zwick Roell ( 7 September 2007)
Images and spectra in the UV, visible, and NIR
QDI ImageUV imaging system enables QDI 2010 microspectrophotometer users to acquire images and spectra in transmittance, reflectance, polarisation and fluorescence from the deep UV to the NIR
News from Craic Technologies ( 7 September 2007)
Excimer promises simple installation and operation
This design of the Xantos XS self-contained excimer laser enables automated gas re-filling without external gas and vacuum lines, and meets all international gas handling and safety standards
News from Coherent ( 7 September 2007)
Academic discounts on analytical software
Symbion LX can operate and integrate many spectrometers and other analytical instruments via a single, comprehensive and configurable user interface, and is available with 'deep' academic discounts
News from Symbion Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Top quality dispensers in seasonal UK promotion
The Eppendorf Advantage global promotion for autumn 2007 focuses on two stylish electronic hand dispensers: Multipette stream and Multipette Xstream Brochure Available
News from Eppendorf UK ( 7 September 2007)
New research guide covers cell signalling products
Cell signaling products and applications guide includes technical articles and trouble-shooting guides, plus dozens of cell signalling pathways - claim your copy today Brochure Available
News from Millipore ( 7 September 2007)
IR thermography to model heat transfer processes
User Application Article The Silver 480M was selected by the CEA as it was an affordable, high performance 3-5um IR camera offering the sensitivity and high frequency acquisition capabilities demanded by their applications. Brochure Available
News from Cedip Infrared Systems ( 7 September 2007)
In vitro diagnostic tests for breast cancer
Ipsogen can now offer DNAVision's microarray profiling services at the level of quality of quantitative PCR, the industry gold standard
News from Ipsogen ( 7 September 2007)
Food microbiologist of the year winners announced
Awarded to a young microbiologist (under 30 years) working within the food and beverage industry, the first prize went to Jessica Roberts, laboratory manager for Tegel Foods, Christchurch, New Zealand Brochure Available
News from Oxoid ( 7 September 2007)
Triplet of offers on oligo synthesis products
3Prime has announced a 'back-to-school' promotion: discounts of up to 60% on all orders of Prime Performance CPG, Retro Columns, and Molecular Traps until 1 November 2007
News from 3Prime ( 7 September 2007)
Supercomputer shines light on cancer research
User Application Article Diamond Light Source, the new UK synchrotron, uses a high performance computer from OCF to accelerate analysis times in the quest for speedier drug discovery
News from OCF ( 6 September 2007)
Making localised thermal analysis truly local
Vesta is an easy-to-use instrument designed with an integrated optical microscope for the operator to identify features of interest down to 1.5 micron in size for truly localised thermal analysis
News from Anasys Instruments ( 6 September 2007)
Easier system qualification for UV/vis
This qualification package is compatible with the Libra S22, the Pharmacopoeia-compliant S32 and S35 spectrophotometers as well as Acquire and Acquire CFR-compliant PC software packages Brochure Available
News from Biochrom ( 6 September 2007)
Improving workflow of the Genome Sequencer FLX
The enhanced versatility of Roche's Genome Sequencer FLX will enable scientists to do more with the funding they have today, enabling more projects and more discoveries Brochure Available
News from Roche Applied Science ( 6 September 2007)
Software 'heralds next-generation sequencing'
Applied Biosystems says it is the first manufacturer of next-generation instruments to make sample data sets, data file formats and data conversion tools available to the bioinformatics community
News from Applied Biosystems ( 6 September 2007)
Instrumental and sampling requirements for RoHS
Technical poster examines the threshold levels, recommended steps for RoHS compliance, verification methods, testing challenges, and more Brochure Available
News from Shimadzu Scientific Instruments ( 6 September 2007)
Microfluidiser has plug-and-play convenience
M-110P easily enables the production of nano-suspensions and nano-emulsions, as well as liposomal encapsulation and cell disruption, with the fewest number of passes
News from Microfluidics ( 6 September 2007)
Precise ID and quantification of edible oils
Aspectrics new application note demonstrates how the pioneering EP-NIR analyser achieves precise identification and quantification of edible oils without false positive response. Brochure Available
News from Aspectrics ( 6 September 2007)
Parallel stirring facilitates multiple reactions
The Vortex stirrer system from Asynt, a new addition to the DrySyn range, converts a single overhead stirrer into a powerful three-position parallel stirrer combined with a multiple heating block
News from Asynt ( 6 September 2007)
New approach for ammonia water absorption
Q45N dissolved ammonia monitor can be used in a wide range of applications including waste water treatment, potable water treatment, river and stream water quality and refrigeration coolers Brochure Available
News from Analytical Technology ( 6 September 2007)
Detection of banned substances in imported seafood
Technical Background Article Thermo Fisher Scientific developed three food testing methods in response to recent concerns over contamination of imported seafood, each available for download Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Mass Spectrometry) ( 6 September 2007)
Higher-resolution v2 CytoChip now validated
The Medizinisch Genetisches Zentrum in Munich, one of Germany's leading clinical laboratories, has completed the validation of BlueGnome's recently released version 2.0 CytoChip
News from BlueGnome ( 6 September 2007)
Nucleic acid mini prep kits are cost-effective-
KeyPrep offers savings of at least 20% compared to the market leading products backed by the high quality customer service and support you expect from Anachem. Brochure Available
News from Anachem ( 6 September 2007)
Compound libraries target ion channel gene family
Five novel hit-finding compound libraries are aimed at voltage-dependent and ligand-gated channels, two of the most important and commonly chosen classes of ion channels for drug discovery
News from BioFocus ( 5 September 2007)
Fluorescence illumination for all requirements
Olympus has introduced a number of arc-burner based products to provide every laboratory with the optimum level of fluorescent illumination flexibility Brochure Available
News from Olympus Life Science Europa ( 5 September 2007)
Disposable cuvette extends protein analysis
The new cuvettes, supplied with caps for a firm seal, are suitable for use in the analysis of aqueous samples such as proteins in solution, for which the Zetasizer Nano has become the system of choice
News from Malvern Instruments ( 4 September 2007)
Culture campylobacter at lower temperature
Lab M's range of culture media includes Campylobacter Blood Free Selective Medium (modified CCDA) and Campylobacter Enrichment Broth (Bolton formulation)
News from Lab M ( 4 September 2007)
Reduction of matrix effects in LC-MS/MS
Poster shows how Thermo TurboFlow technology with TSQ Quantum triple quadrupole mass spectrometers can reduce matrix effects in liquid chromatography / tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) analysis Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific (Mass Spectrometry) ( 4 September 2007)
Moisture analysis for better tissue preservation
Ohaus MB series moisture analyser helps a specialist veterinary transplant company preserve tissue quality for pet transplants
News from Ohaus ( 4 September 2007)
Precision balance for precise probe calibration
Ohaus Adventurer Pro balances are customised to help a biomedical instruments company ensure the accuracy of sensitive ultrasound probes
News from Ohaus ( 4 September 2007)
Determination of fluoride with ISE
Metrohm's Application Bulletin No 82 provides a wide spectrum of sample preparation techniques for dissolved and solid samples Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK ( 4 September 2007)
Geological dating breakthrough is 'imminent'
Technical Background Article The developments ushering in a new generation of dating methods were discussed at a recent workshop on geochronological timing organised by the European Science Foundation (ESF)
News from European Science Foundation ( 4 September 2007)
Indiana labs install power protection systems
User Application Article Indiana Department of Health laboratories will be protected against power fluctuations or failure that could cause loss of samples and data, damage to instrumentation, and lost productive time Brochure Available
News from Franek Technologies ( 4 September 2007)
Degassing and debubbling means better measurements
The presence of bubbles and dissolved gases in liquids can lead to significant volumetric errors in a broad range of instrumentation and fluid dispensing devices
News from Biotech ( 3 September 2007)
StepOnePlus PCR takes another step forward
Applied Biosystems designed the StepOne and StepOnePlus Systems with user-friendly, yet highly functional interfaces for both new and experienced real-time PCR researchers
News from Applied Biosystems ( 3 September 2007)
Coolstar cryo range is now manufactured in the UK
Severn Science is now certified to manufacture, service and fully support the Coolstar range of cryo equipment, previously manufactured by Ricor, Israel, following a new agreement
News from Severn Science ( 3 September 2007)
New chromogenic protein C assay from Helena
Clinical diagnostics supplier Helena Biosciences is targeting thrombosis labs with the launch of its latest assay, a chromogenic protein C assay
News from Helena Biosciences ( 3 September 2007)
Stirred reactors for high pressure chemistry
Laboratory benchtop models suit applications where repetitive use makes convenience a necessity, such as catalytic studies, polymerisation, hydrogenation, oxidation, isomerisation, and dehydrogenation
News from Supercritical Fluid Technologies ( 3 September 2007)
A 'new wave' in chlorine testing
50 years after the development of the now-standard DPD tablet test, Palintest has created a completely new chlorine tester called Chlorosense
News from Palintest ( 3 September 2007)
First academic course in high content screening
The school of medicine at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, has launched what it claims is the world's first academic course in high content screening and analysis
News from Trinity College Dublin, dept of clinical medicine ( 3 September 2007)
Incubator shaker has large capacity
The Shel Lab SI9 offers flexibility and high performance for large-scale applications involving cell aeration, metabolism studies, bacteriology, and cell culturing
News from Sheldon Manufacturing ( 3 September 2007)
Answers to the challenges of laboratory labelling
The science of labelling - and the labelling of science: accurate sample identification is an absolute requirement of any scientific investigation or analysis Brochure Available
News from Brady Lab ( 3 September 2007)
Buffer for better transfection and cell viability
Gene Pulser electroporation buffer's patent-pending sugar-based formulation simulates the natural cell environment to minimize cell mortality, while ensuring highly efficient delivery of nucleic acids Brochure Available
News from Bio-Rad Laboratories ( 3 September 2007)
Monoclonal antibodies for arthritis research
Millipore's ArthroMab monoclonal antibody cocktail initiates arthritis via immune complex formation on the surface of cartilage in joints Brochure Available
News from Millipore ( 3 September 2007)
Oxford lab uses vacuum pump to reduce wastage
User Application Article Scientists at Oxford University's chemistry research laboratory (CRL) are preventing water wastage by using Liquiport diaphragm pumps from KNF Flodos to generate vacuum
News from KNF Flodos ( 3 September 2007)
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