PBL InterferonSource changes name to PBL Assay Science reflecting broader offerings
September 18, 2013
Piscataway, NJ, USA --- PBL InterferonSource, a major provider of products, services, information, and know-how related to interferons, cytokines, antibodies, ELISAs, and assay services is changing its name to PBL Assay Science. The company has already begun to implement these changes. The name change reflects the company's growth beyond interferons to a full range of [...]
September 18, 2013
LA JOLLA, CA -- Sanford-Burnham Medical Research Institute (Sanford-Burnham) today announced that its Board of Trustees has elected Gregory T. Lucier chairman of the Institute's Board. Lucier is chairman and CEO of Life Technologies and will assume the role of Board chairman on September 18. "We are very pleased to have Greg join our Board [...]
Medipol University in Istanbul relies on microscopy equipment of ZEISS
September 18, 2013
Jena/Germany, Istanbul/Turkey -- ZEISS has installed 13 systems worth over two million euros at Istanbul Medipol University as well as trained the staff there. Various light microscopes, as well as stereo and confocal microscopes are in operation at the university's Regenerative and Restorative Medical Research Center now. At the same time, the university agreed to [...]
Bruker Sets New Standards in Preclinical Imaging Software with ParaVision 6
September 18, 2013
SAVANNAH, Ga. -- At the 2013 World Molecular Imaging Congress (WMIC, www.wmicmeeting.org), Bruker (NASDAQ: BRKR) today introduces its ParaVision® 6 software, setting new standards in preclinical MRI software that delivers significantly enhanced productivity for both, routine users and accomplished experts. A redefined workflow introduces optimized, application-oriented experimental protocols, an intuitive, interactive 3D scan planning viewport, [...]
Christiaan Neeleman Appointed COO of Definiens
September 18, 2013
Munich, Germany - Definiens, the leader in image analysis for digital pathology and diagnostics, announced today that it has appointed Christiaan Neeleman as Chief Operating Officer and member of the Executive Board. As COO, he will be responsible for leadership of Research, Development, and Professional Services activities. Neeleman brings 25 years of General Management experience [...]
Life Technologies Tops Life Sciences Sector of Dow Jones 2013 Sustainability Index
September 18, 2013
CARLSBAD, Calif. -- Life Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: LIFE) today announced that the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) has named the company the 2013 Life Sciences Tools & Services industry sector leader, and the only life sciences company listed on both the DJSI North America and World Indexes. The DJSI leaders are chosen from among the [...]
Molecular Devices Introduces EarlyTox Cardiotoxicity Kit
September 18, 2013
Sunnyvale, California – Molecular Devices® today announced the launch of the EarlyTox™ Cardiotoxicity Kit, a fast, simple and reliable fluorescence-based kit for identifying cardiotoxicity of drug candidates early in the discovery process. This allows researchers to prioritize lead compounds and drug candidates, and direct medicinal chemistry efforts sooner, improving productivity and reducing costs associated with [...]
Olympus Debuts Functional Brain Mapping and High Speed Physiology Multiphoton System
September 17, 2013
CENTER VALLEY, Pa. – The Olympus FluoView® FVMPE-RS, a dedicated multiphoton microscope system, enables high-precision, ultra-fast scanning and stimulation, allowing researchers to see deep within specimens, take measurements at the highest speeds, and capture images even when working under the most demanding conditions. With its high speed and precision performance, the FVMPE-RS is designed for [...]
TriLink BioTechnologies Launches mitoPrimers™ for mtDNA Analysis
September 17, 2013
SAN DIEGO - TriLink BioTechnologies (TriLink), a leading provider of custom nucleic acid-based products, today announced the launch of dilute-and-go primers for mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) PCR amplification and sequencing in forensic identification, mitoPrimers™. The high sensitivity of mtDNA PCR amplification and sequencing allows forensic scientists to obtain information from items of evidence associated with homicides [...]
Headwall Appoints Portable Analytical Solutions as Integrator for Australia, New Zealand
September 17, 2013
Fitchburg, MA — Headwall has announced a new distributor agreement with Portable Analytical Solutions (PAS), with offices in the Australian cities of Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. The agreement between the two companies, effective immediately, includes the country of New Zealand as well and reflects the growing interest of the remote sensing industry in both ground-based [...]

