DNA Genotek (https://www.dnagenotek.com/) today announced that Performagene•LIVESTOCK, DNA Genotek’s product for collecting DNA from livestock using nasal samples, has been selected for the new GenoTest program. GenoTest, launched today by Holstein Canada (https://www.holstein.ca/) and Semex Alliance Partners, is a full scale national program that offers genomic testing services on Illumina’s 3K and 50K genotyping arrays. […]

Rapid Removal of Phospholipids Gives Scientists a New Tool to Advance Drug Discovery and Development Efforts MILFORD, Mass. – Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) today introduced the new Ostro(TM) Sample Preparation Plate, representing a novel approach for the removal of phospholipids from biological samples. When compared to other phospholipid removal devices and traditional liquid-liquid extraction (LLE) […]

New Size Thermo Scientific Nunc Cryobank Vials Incorporate Superior 2D Barcode Tracking MILFORD, Mass. – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the new Thermo Scientific Nunc 2 mL and 5 mL Cryobank Vials, completing the integrated portfolio of automation-friendly screw top vials. The larger volume Nunc™ Cryobank vials incorporate […]

DNA Genotek (https://www.dnagenotek.com), a leading provider of products for biological sample collection, stabilization and preparation, today announced Patrick Walsh has been named chief financial officer. Reporting directly to the president and chief executive officer of DNA Genotek, Walsh will be responsible for the company’s finance, information services, human resources, legal and facilities organizations. Walsh brings […]

Porvair Sciences’ Ultravap™ Microplate Evaporator has become a trusted standard for removing unwanted solvents from laboratory microplates. The open-access design of the Ultravap, combined with full RS232 control of every parameter, enables integration with laboratory robotics. In response to customer feedback – Porvair have refined the Ultravap™ design to further ease integration with laboratory robots, […]

CellGard™ ES Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinets offer an exclusive system to aid in current decontamination techniques such as Formaldehyde, H2O2, or CD systems. The window sash closes completely with the simple removal of the armrest allowing the window to rest on a gasket installed on the inside of the window frame. Window […]

POWAY, Calif. – NEXUS Biosystems, Inc., a leading innovator and worldwide provider of automated sample management systems, today announced the completion of the acquisition of REMP AG of Switzerland, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Tecan Group. NEXUS announced on July 15, 2010 that it would acquire Tecan’s worldwide REMP Sample Management business. REMP is a […]

SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, USA. – Well over 8,500 laboratory fume hoods and cabinets and hazardous material storage cabinets are now being protected around the clock by FIRETRACE® stand-alone automatic fire detection and suppression systems, according to Firetrace International. The technology has been adopted by many of the world’s most prominent pharmaceutical and chemical manufactures, as well […]

Memmert remains committed to healthy growth on the worldwide market for laboratory equipment. The Schwabach manufacturer of ovens and climate chambers is putting into operation a new punching and bending line with a total investment of 3 million€. According to Spectaris, the German professional association for analysis, biological and laboratory technology, the turnover of German […]