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Cryopreservation systems

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:06:47 +0000

CryoLogic’s cryopreservation systems are controlled rate liquid nitrogen freezer systems. The systems are used for the routine preservation of a variety of biological specimens where post thaw viability is critical.

Zoom 3D-confocal microscope

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:08:37 +0000

Leica TCS LSI is a super zoom 3D-confocal microscope, offering high resolution plus large field of view for in vivo imaging. The Large Scale Imaging (LSI) platform provides generous workspace and adapts to the experiment needs of native specimen analysis.

PCR cycler

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 01:02:41 +0000

The centrifugal rotary design of the Rotor-Gene Q makes it a precise, versatile real-time PCR cycler.

Glassware washer/disinfector range

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:57:11 +0000

The Smeg laboratory glassware washer range features six models, including the popular GW3050 (featuring 20 standard programs and 10 custom programs).

Differences between induced pluripotent and embryonic stem cells

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:36:57 +0000

Embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells have been found to have inherent molecular differences, making it possible to clearly distinguish between the two cell types.

A quicker, cheaper way to sort isotopes

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:40:59 +0000

Stanford chemists have developed a new method of isotopic analysis that does not use mass spectroscopy so it is much less expensive.

Gender equity in science

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 03:23:34 +0000

An international study involving more than half a million participants in 34 countries has revealed that 70% harbour implicit stereotypes associating science with males more than with females.

UQ generates first Australian swine flu vaccine

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:41:19 +0000

The University of Queensland's Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology has created a vaccine matched to the virus found in the first US case of swine flu.

Sniffing out cancer

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:59:07 +0000

Researchers have been able to differentiate not only between healthy and cancerous cells but also between metastatic and non-metastatic cancer cells using an array of nanoparticles and polymers.

DLR-certified microplate luminometers

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:12 +0000

MDS Analytical Technologies SpectraMax L microplate luminometers have received Dual-Luciferase Reporter Assay (DLReady or DLR) certification from Promega. This certification confirms that the microplate luminometers meet Promega’s performance criteria for the Dual-Luciferase Reporter Assay maximising the success of researchers in their work.

Hydrogen generators

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:10 +0000

The CFH hydrogen generator range from Peak Scientific Instruments offers flow rates from 200, 300 and 600 cc/min with a purity of 99.9995% and 0-100 psi delivery pressure.

Weighing scale

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:10 +0000

Adam Equipment’s LBK scales are suitable for a variety of applications including: weighing, parts counting, percentage weighing and quality control monitoring. The scales feature quick and easy functionality combined with affordability.

Vacuum jets

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:09 +0000

Vacuum jets are a simple but effective device which allows moving any fumes, dusts, powders, residues, liquids or grains without use of pumps or electricity. It runs silently, without heat and, since it has no moving parts, is free of maintenance.

Automatic titrator

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:08 +0000

Metrohm has launched the 862 Compact Titrosampler. This instrument combines an autosampler and a titrator on the footprint of a typical analytical balance.

Near infrared transmission analyser

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:11 +0000

The Series 2000 Near Infrared Transmission Analyser is a powerful spectrophotometer designed for use in the pharmaceutical, petrochemical, plastics, polymers, textiles, chemical and biofuels industries.

High-performance flash purification cartridges

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:13 +0000

Biotage SNAP HP-SIL high-performance flash purification cartridges are claimed to provide greater compound purity and sample loading, increased compound recovery and reduced waste.

Chromosome aberration detection

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:40:12 +0000

Affymetrix has launched the next-generation Affymetrix Cytogenetics Research Solution which includes arrays, reagents and analysis software for fast and reliable discovery and detection of chromosome aberrations.

Detect swine flu in hours

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 03:59:17 +0000

The RETCIF test is able to detect viruses, including swine flu, within hours. The test, developed by Melbourne virologist Dr Robert Alexander, is expected to be available internationally within two years.

PerkinElmer collaborates with Rigaku

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 02:20:44 +0000

Rigaku and PerkinElmer have announced a co-marketing strategy for their X-ray fluorescence and atomic spectroscopy instruments and solutions.

Precision balances

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:22:43 +0000

Adam Equipment’s PGL balances are designed to withstand the rigors of field or factory work, as well as the demanding laboratory and classroom.