Genetix is now part of Leica Microsystems, a global leader in the design and production of optical technologies. New Milton, Hampshire, UK/Wetzlar, Germany — Genetix Ltd, a leading provider of solutions for imaging and image analysis, has been acquired by Leica Microsystems. This acquisition brings together Genetix’ expertise in developing and marketing imaging systems and […]
MADISON, Wis.–Roche Diagnostics (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) has purchased assets from BioMicro Systems for all products associated with the Roche NimbleGen microarray workflow. These assets consist of key instrumentation in the comprehensive Roche NimbleGen microarray workflow including the NimbleGen Hybridization Systems (both 4- and 12-bay models). Also included in this purchase are array accessories […]
BILLERICA, Mass. & SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Bruker Corporation (NASDAQ: BRKR) and Agilent Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:A) announced today that Bruker and Agilent have entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement. Pursuant to this agreement, Bruker will acquire certain product lines of Varian Inc., which Agilent has committed to divest in connection with obtaining regulatory approval […]
WALTHAM, Mass.–Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO), the world leader in serving science, has completed its previously announced acquisition of Finnzymes. The business is a well-recognized provider of integrated tools for high-performance polymerase chain reaction (PCR), including reagents, instruments, consumables and kits that make the PCR process faster and more accurate for applications including basic […]
Mechanical testing equipment to complement MTII’s market offerings Albany, N.Y. — MTI Instruments, Inc. (MTII) of Albany, NY, a worldwide leader in precision measurement solutions, and a subsidiary of Mechanical Technology Incorporated (MTI) (OTC: MKTY), announced the acquisition of the tensile stage line of products from Ernest F. Fullam, Inc., a pioneering microscopy accessories company […]
‘Plug and Play’ Products Create Broad Opportunity in Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing WALTHAM, Mass. — Repligen Corporation (Nasdaq: RGEN) announced today that it has acquired the assets of BioFlash Partners, LLC, (BioFlash) including a technology platform for the production of pre-packed, “plug and play” chromatography columns. This patented technology enables economical production of chromatography columns in a […]
NEW YORK–Attorney Advertising. The law firm of Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP is investigating possible breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of Millipore Corporation (“Millipore” or the “Company”) [NYSE:MIL] arising out of the proposed acquisition of Millipore by Merck KGaA. (“Merck”). On Sunday, February 28, 2010, Millipore and Merck announced […]
Gothenburg, Sweden — BiolinScientific has agreed to acquire analytical instruments provider Farfield. The acquisition of Farfield complements BiolinScientific’s product portfolio and provides new application opportunities in bioscience. Combining Farfield with BiolinScientific resources in international sales and distribution is expected to lead to substantially increased sales of products. The acquisition is expected to contribute to BiolinScientific […]
HARTFORD, Conn. — United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX – News) announced today it closed on its agreement to purchase the GE Security business from GE (NYSE:GE – News). “This strategic acquisition enhances the scale, market reach and product offerings of our existing UTC Fire & Security business,” UTC Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Louis Chenevert said. […]
– Merck to acquire all outstanding Millipore shares for US$ 107 per share in cash, creating a world-class partner for the life science sector – Agreed transaction valued at approximately EUR 5.3 billion (US$ 7.2 billion) – Combination will create a EUR 2.1 billion (US$ 2.9 billion) partner for the Life Science sector and transform […]
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