Promega and SwitchGear Publish Findings from Combined Technologies

Findings Correlate Binding Events and Transcriptional Activity MADISON, Wis.--Promega Corporation and SwitchGear Genomics announce a novel method for characterizing DNA-protein interactions. Results of a study using the HaloCHIP™ System and high-throughput promoter assays demonstrate the ability to correlate DNA binding events to transcriptional activation or repression for the CREB transcription factor. The findings appear in [...]

Leica DFC345 FX – High Speed, Sensitivity and Resolution

New Digital Camera for Fluorescence Applications Wetzlar, Germany. The detection and documentation of low light fluorescence signals in live cell experiments is a particular challenge for digital cameras. To meet this demand, Leica Microsystems adds the new Leica DFC345 FX to its portfolio of powerful digital cameras. In addition to combining high sensitivity with high [...]

Asuragen Signs Development and Worldwide Distribution Agreement with Life Technologies

Life Technologies to distribute Asuragen’s BCR/ABL1 leukemia assay for use on Applied Biosystems real-time PCR instrument AUSTIN, Texas--Asuragen, Inc. announced today that it has entered into an exclusive agreement with Life Technologies Corporation to develop and distribute worldwide an in-vitro diagnostic test intended to aid clinicians in the monitoring and treatment of individuals afflicted with [...]

Flexible Immersion Cooler from SP Industries Inc.

The FTS FlexiCool® Immersion Cooler from SP Industries Inc. provides reliable, rapid cooling capability, down to -100ºC, just where you need it. Benefiting from a durable, heavy-duty refrigeration system that eliminates the inconvenience and cost of handing dry ice or liquid nitrogen, the FlexiCool is designed to provide years of continuous trouble-free operation. With a [...]

Zygem’s forensicGEM(R) Saliva DNA Extraction Kit

Forensic Scientists at Kansas City Crime Lab Release Validation Report Confirming Zygem's forensicGEM(R) Kit is a Reliable, Rapid Method for Extracting DNA From Saliva SOLANA BEACH, Calif. and HAMILTON, New Zealand -- ZyGEM Corp. Ltd., a provider of innovative enzyme-based products for DNA extraction and other life sciences applications, today announced the availability of a [...]

In-solution Method for Streamlining Next-Generation Genome Sequencing

In-solution Method for Streamlining Next-Generation Genome Sequencing Shown to be Uniform, Reproducible across Many Samples SANTA CLARA -- Researchers from the Moores University of California San Diego (UCSD) Cancer Center, The Scripps Institute, and Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) have shown that "solution enrichment," followed by next generation sequencing is highly accurate and reproducible, and [...]

Versatile Aspiration System for Safe Vacuum Disposal of Liquids from INTEGRA Biosciences

INTEGRA Biosciences has extended its VACUSAFE aspiration system with new models for laboratories wishing to utilise an existing supply of vacuum while benefiting from many of the advantages of the internationally popular product. The new design, without integrated vacuum pump, has been priced to be affordable by almost all laboratories. The compact VACUSAFE makes aspiration [...]

Asylum Research Announces Grant Offering for its Band Excitation Technique

Asylum Research, the technology leader in Scanning Probe and Atomic Force Microscopy (SPM/AFM), has announced a new grant program for early adopters to explore the capabilities and applications of the unique new Band Excitation technique. Existing or new Asylum AFM users are encouraged to apply for grants valued at up to $50,000 USD. Additional information [...]

Kaluza Flow Cytometry Software from Beckman Coulter Revolutionizes Multiparametric Data Analyses

Dynamic, Intelligent Workflow Saves Hours of Analysis Time Orange County, Calif. -- Beckman Coulter Inc. announces the introduction of its Kaluza Flow Cytometry Analysis Software, a package that greatly reduces processing and analysis times, allowing researchers more time to explore their data. Kaluza Software features new tools that simplify the management of multiple complex data [...]

The X PRIZE Foundation Announces First Asia-Based Contender for Genome Sequencing Prize

PLAYA VISTA, CA -- The X PRIZE Foundation announced today that cracker, a group based in Taiwan, is the newest team accepted to compete for the $10 million Archon X PRIZE for Genomics. This new competitor makes the quest for rapid and cost-effective whole human genome sequencing a truly global competition with teams representing three [...]

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