New Compact Autoclaves with Advanced Functionality from IKS International
June 7, 2010
A new range of compact, bench top autoclaves from IKS International (Rosmalen, the Netherlands) offers functionality normally only found in larger equipment. Features such as a built-in steam generator, water cooling, vacuum pump, a sensor to measure the temperature of the load and a steam ballast facility to facilitate trouble-free cooling combine to give high-efficiency [...]
Philips Redefines Hybrid Imaging to Simplify Nuclear Medicine and Address Clinician Needs
June 7, 2010
SALT LAKE CITY, June 7 -- At this year's Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) annual meeting, Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE:PHG) (NYSE: AEX:) (NYSE:PHI) is highlighting its portfolio in the field of nuclear medicine. The company will showcase solutions designed to increase diagnostic accuracy, improve patient comfort, augment physician confidence, simplify clinical workflow, and lower lifecycle [...]
Thermo Fisher Scientific Unveils New Software for FirstDefender Chemical Identification Instrument
June 7, 2010
New Features Include Larger Chemical Library, Updated User Interface and Multiple Language Configurations WILMINGTON, Mass. -- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the latest software and library updates for FirstDefender, the award-winning, field-proven handheld Raman instrument for identification of solid and liquid chemicals. The FirstDefender v2.7 software update includes [...]
New SPE Sorbent With Strong Anion Exchange Functionality Extends Strata?-X Line
June 7, 2010
Torrance, CA -- Phenomenex Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of separation science consumables, introduces Strata-X-A to its line of solid phase extraction (SPE) products. Strata-X-A polymeric, high-capacity sorbent delivers maximum retention of anionic compounds, rounding out Phenomenex's complete offering for anion/cation exchange separations. The base polymer of the new Strata-X-A is pH-stable and [...]
Xenemetrix’ Robust Instrument for Hard Environments
June 6, 2010
Today’s field and tough lab elemental analysis systems require precision, accuracy and durability. Xenemetrix brings you the new instruments designed for this type of operation. Take a close look at our new Robust Design bench top series. A robust design is one that is immune to the effects of component variance due to tolerance, temperature, [...]
Exiqon is Closing Down Operations at Oncotech, Inc.
June 4, 2010
VEDBAEK, Denmark -- -- Exiqon A/S (Copenhagen:EXQ) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Oncotech, Inc. ("Oncotech"), will be pursuing an out-of-court liquidation conducted by a common law Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors.On 17 December 2009, Exiqon announced its intention to divest Oncotech. Exiqon has since been engaged in discussions with numerous parties regarding [...]
AnaSpec Introduces Rhodamine 110 Labeled GO® Peptides
June 4, 2010
Fremont, CA, United States -- Rhodamine 110 (Rh110)-labeled peptides are used in the study of a number of protease activity. Rhodamine 110 (Rh110)-labeled peptides are used in the study of a number of protease activity, such as cysteine aspartate-specific proteases and serine proteases.1-2 Rhodamine 110 contains two amino groups available for conjugation to the C-terminal [...]
UAlbany RNA Institute Drives Cutting-Edge Medical Science
June 4, 2010
Institute Director Paul F. Agris Will Head a Cooperative R&D Alliance Among Leading Biomedical Scientists and Researchers ALBANY, N.Y. -- A powerful new alliance of top genetic scientists and biomedical investigators from the New York Capital Region will spur cutting-edge research into RNA and its implications for innovative medicines, drug therapies and technologies, and curing [...]
Illumina Announces New Pricing for its Individual Genome Sequencing Service
June 3, 2010
Technological Advancements Drive Down Sequencing Costs, Accelerating Pace of Genetic Research SAN DIEGO--Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN) today announced a new price of $19,500 for its individual genome sequencing service. In addition, the company announced a price of $14,500 per genome for groups of five or more participants using the same physician. Individuals with serious medical [...]
Copan Installs Milestone 30th Walk-Away Specimen Processor (WASP)
June 3, 2010
MURRIETA, Calif., June 3 -- Copan is proud to announce the 30th placement of a Walk-Away Specimen Processor (WASP), at Eastern Health, Newfoundland, in Canada. The WASP is a revolutionary instrument used for automatically planting and streaking bacteriology samples. So far, WASP processors have been successfully installed, with favorable reviews, throughout North America and Europe, [...]
