European Patent Office to Grant MilliporeSigma’s Patent Application for CRISPR Technology
August 3, 2017
- Patent application covers integration of an external DNA sequence into the chromosome of eukaryotic cells using CRISPR - Related patent application recently awarded in Australia; similar patents pending in other countries, favorable outcomes anticipated Merck's patent application covers integration of an external DNA sequence into the chromosome of eukaryotic cells using CRISPR. The patent will give [...]
Smiths Detection Technology Protects First Responders Against the Threat of Fentanyl Exposure
August 3, 2017
Edgewood, MD. – Smiths Detection Inc. (SDI) is at the forefront of arming first responders with solutions to safeguard against the presence of fentanyl. Working directly with international law enforcement and hazmat agencies, SDI has adapted a range of existing technologies to be able to quickly and accurately detect fentanyl and its analogues on scene. Fentanyl, if [...]
PerkinElmer Genetics Provides Complete Genomic Lab Testing Solution
August 3, 2017
WALTHAM, Mass.---- PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE: PKI), a global leader committed to innovating for a healthier world, today announced the launch of PerkinElmer Genetics' clinical genomics services. Through its integrated laboratories in the U.S., India and China, PerkinElmer offers a global genomic lab testing platform that performs screening and diagnostic testing, specializing in newborn screening and [...]
August 3, 2017
BERGISCH GLADBACH – A new addition to the well-known product family of cell culture media: With the new NK MACS® Medium, human, Miltenyi Biotec offers a product to improve the cultivation of human natural killer cells, or NK cells as they are called. The biotechnology company from Bergisch Gladbach, already known as a longstanding partner [...]
August 3, 2017
Revolutionary technology will accelerate utility of gene mapping, biomarker discovery, tumor profiling, and liquid biopsy analysis (ANN ARBOR, Mich.) Swift Biosciences, a leading provider of innovative library prep solutions for genomic sequencing, today announced the launch of Accel-NGS® 2S Indexed Adapters, a new portfolio of indices that significantly improves multiplexed next-generation sequencing on Illumina® platforms. This unique set [...]
August 3, 2017
San Diego, Calif. – A new landmark is coming to Sorrento Mesa, a suburb of San Diego. BioLegend, Inc.®, the global leader in life science, continues to plan for future growth and the Hughes Marino Project Management team is proud to be part of it. The site was originally 7.5-acres of land partially divided [...]
Executive Board Changes at Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
August 3, 2017
Darmstadt, Germany – The Personnel Committee of E. Merck KG, Darmstadt, Germany, has decided on changes in the responsibilities of the Executive Board of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, effective September 1, 2017. Walter Galinat (61) will hand over responsibility for the Performance Materials business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, to his Executive Board colleague Kai [...]
DNASTAR Appoints SHIPS Bioscience as Japanese Distributor
August 2, 2017
MADISON, Wisconsin – DNASTAR® has appointed SHIPS Bioscience as a distributor of its DNA, RNA and protein sequence analysis software in Japan, effective immediately. SHIPS Bioscience is a new company devoted to meeting the life science needs of researchers throughout Japan primarily through the distribution and support of DNASTAR software. Shinji Shimada, President of [...]
Edico Genome Signs Contracts With NHGRI And NCI For Use Of DRAGEN For Cancer Research
August 2, 2017
SAN DIEGO — Edico Genome today announced it has signed contracts with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for the use of its DRAGENTM(Dynamic Read Analysis for Genomics) Bio-IT platform. Continuing their initiatives to advance cancer research, NHGRI and NCI purchased Edico Genome’s DRAGEN Somatic pipeline and DRAGEN Genome pipeline, ensuring accuracy, reducing costs and accelerating [...]
Electrothermal’s IA9300 Digital Melting Point Apparatus is now available with IQ/OQ Documentation
August 2, 2017
Cole-Parmer Ltd, a leading UK manufacturer of analytical laboratory instruments, announced today that Electrothermal's IA9300 Digital Melting Point is now available with Installation Qualification and Operation Qualification documentation (IQ/OQ). The IQ/OQ ensures that equipment installation and performance are of the highest standards, guaranteeing that those in regulated industries are compliant with international requirements. There are [...]
