NanoString Introduces Solution for Simultaneously Measuring miRNA and mRNA Expression Levels

SEATTLE--NanoString Technologies, Inc., a privately held provider of life science tools for translational research and developer of molecular diagnostics, today announced the availability of the nCounter® miRGE Assay for use on its nCounter Analysis System. The nCounter miRGE (“merge”) Assay enables researchers to investigate expression levels of both micro RNAs (miRNAs) and the messenger RNAs [...]

IntelligentMDx (IMDx) Introduces a CE-Marked Automated Molecular Test for the Detection of Vancomycin Resistance Genes vanA and vanB Most Commonly Found in Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- IntelligentMDx (IMDx) announced today that it has received CE-Mark for its second automated molecular test for the Abbott FDA cleared m2000 instrument. The IMDx™ VanR for Abbott m2000™ test accurately detects and distinguishes the vanA and vanB genes most commonly found in vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) in specimens from patients at risk for [...]

University of Missouri 3-D Prototype Lab Open for Business

COLUMBIA, Mo. – When Microdyne, LLC, needed help building a prototype for a dairy cattle breeding device, the company, based in St. Joseph, was ready to look overseas for a prototype manufacturing team. Then Microdyne was introduced to Mike Klote, manager of the University of Missouri’s College of Engineering prototype development facility, and a solution [...]

ChemWare Enters Strategic Alliance with Healthpac Computer Systems to Enhance Billing Processes for Laboratories

Raleigh, NC --ChemWare, one of the largest LIMS companies in the United States specializing in commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) information management software for the forensic toxicology and pain management industry, is entering a strategic alliance with Healthpac Computer Systems to further enhance the integration between the laboratory and its billing partners. Since its first commercial release [...]

nanoTherics Launches the magnefect-nano II™ – A New, Compact, and Flexible Oscillating Magnet-Based System That Improves Transfection Efficiencies and Cell Viabilities

nanoTherics, a UK-based scientific medical research devices company, is pleased to announce launch of the magnefect-nano II™. This new, compact device offers gene transfection with improved efficiencies and cell viabilities, even with a range of difficult cell types such as neuronal and primary cells. It uses a unique technology applying proprietary magnet configurations and oscillating [...]

Mustard Tree Instruments Releases Software Platform Upgrade for VTT 1000 Multi-Variant Testing Device

Research Triangle Park, N.C. - Mustard Tree Instruments®, a leader in analytical instrumentation for the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, has released an upgrade to the software platform for its unique multi-variant testing device, the VTT 1000. The release comes as the two-year-old company relocates into larger offices in the technology-rich Research Triangle Park region of North [...]

Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Automated Aliquoting Liquid Handler

ATLANTA – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the Thermo Scientific CV2000 automated aliquoting liquid handler. This newly developed, second-generation platform enhances laboratory efficiency through workflow automation. The CV2000™ can accurately dispense liquid volumes from 100-875 µL and process up to 1000 samples per hour. With its robotic arm [...]

Pharmacontrol Electronic GmbH joined the METTLER TOLEDO Group

Since August 1st, 2011 Pharmacontrol Electronic GmbH has joined the METTLER TOLEDO Group. This will enable PCE to provide even better global service and support via the strong, world-wide distribution and service network of our new parent company. Pharmacontrol Electronic GmbH will become part of the METTLER TOLEDO Product Inspection Division and will continue to [...]

Aquatic Informatics launches next generation software system for water data management and analysis

Vancouver, Canada - Aquatic Informatics Inc., a global leader in providing innovative software solutions for water data management and analysis, announced the commercial launch today of its next generation software system, AQUARIUS 3.0. AQUARIUS 3.0 is a revolutionary leap for hydrologists and water resource engineers who are challenged with processing vast time-series data sets, consolidating [...]

NanoInk Joins Illinois Science and Technology Coalition

CHICAGO, IL - NanoInk® is pleased to announce that it has been invited to join the Illinois Science & Technology Coalition (ISTC) to promote the formation of the Illinois Nanotechnology Collaborative (INC) and help develop the state's nanotechnology workforce. The ISTC aims to cultivate economic development in Illinois by increasing resources for Research, Development & [...]

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