October 24, 2011
LEXINGTON, Mass. & ALISO VIEJO, Calif.--RainDance Technologies, Inc., the Digital Biology™ Company, and Ambry Genetics, today announced the launch of a comprehensive targeted sequencing panel to screen genes involved with drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) research. The ADMESeq™ Research Screening Panel enables researchers to simultaneously interrogate 242 known pharmacogenetic genes using next-generation sequencing [...]
Agilent Technologies Introduces Bath-Free Dissolution Apparatus
October 24, 2011
SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today introduced the 709-DS Dissolution Apparatus, which features a bath-free design that provides an unobstructed view of the dissolution vessel. This new tool is used to test the release profile of many dosage forms. In addition to improved visibility of the dissolution environment, the 709-DS offers [...]
GE Healthcare launches the illustra™ ExoStar kit for enzymatic PCR and sequencing clean-up
October 24, 2011
GE Healthcare’s ExoStar kit supports researchers by providing a high performance and cost effective product for the enzymatic removal of unincorporated primers and nucleotides from PCR and sequencing reactions. GE Healthcare is dedicated to working with scientists to support lab research by developing innovative, affordable products. The new ExoStar kit enables efficient primer digestion with [...]
October 24, 2011
Munich, Germany - Implen GmbH and Implen Inc. announces the release of the 3rd generation NanoPhotometer™ as a full line of micro volume spectrophotometers for laboratories involved in protein and nucleic acid quantification. The even more All-in-One NanoPhotometer™ P-Class includes NanoVolume (0.3µl) analysis, cuvette capability, built-in vortexer, and standalone operation. The NanoPhotometer™ P-Class still offers [...]
SAIC Receives $25 Million Order from TSA for Explosive Detection System (EDS) Upgrades
October 24, 2011
MCLEAN, Va. -- Science Applications International Corporation today announced it has received a $25 million order from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to upgrade 210 Reveal Imaging CT-80 systems to its next-generation CT-80DR. The CT-80DR is based on Reveal's proven CT technology and performance and will provide the TSA with enhanced capabilities in checked [...]
PerkinElmer Prices Offering of Senior Notes
October 21, 2011
WALTHAM, Mass.--PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment, announced today that it has priced an offering of $500,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.00% senior notes due 2021 at an issue price of 99.372% of the principal amount. The issuance of the notes is expected to [...]
Almac Invests £1M in Dedicated Mass Spectrometry Laboratory
October 21, 2011
CRAIGAVON, Northern Ireland--Almac has established a dedicated mass spectrometry laboratory in their European Headquarters, Craigavon, UK. The £1M facility houses state-of-the-art mass spectrometers and underlines Almac’s commitment to providing the best analytical facilities for its customers. The investment of this laboratory and instruments substantially increases the company’s capabilities in solving complex analytical challenges. Instrumentation includes [...]
Nine-Month Figures for 2011: Dynamic, Profitable Growth at Sartorius
October 21, 2011
GOETTINGEN, Germany - Sartorius, a leading international laboratory and process equipment provider, successfully closed the first nine months of 2011, with double-digit growth rates in sales revenue and earnings. Group CEO Dr. Joachim Kreuzburg, satisfied with good business development shown by the company's quarterly figures released, stated, "Both divisions and all regions have delivered growth [...]
Thermo Fisher Scientific Expands its Sample Storage Product Portfolio
October 21, 2011
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today introduced new Thermo Scientific Matrix Amber 2D barcoded tubes, expanding its sizeable sample storage product portfolio to offer protection of light-sensitive samples. Available in 0.5 and 1.0 mL sizes, these sterile, DNase/RNase-free tubes are composed of Virgin Class IV Medical Grade [...]
New version of ADME LIMS to be unveiled at AAPS meeting
October 21, 2011
LabLogic Systems will launch Version 6 of its Debra LIMS for drug metabolism studies at the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists 2011 Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington DC from 23 to 27 October. This new version of the industry-leading package - the first in 15 years - makes provision for new ways of working [...]
