GE Healthcare Introduces illustra triplePrep
January 19, 2009
Kit for Rapid DNA, RNA and protein isolation from undivided Samples GE Healthcare has introduced illustra™ triplePrep, a kit for rapid, simultaneous isolation of genomic DNA, RNA and total denatured protein from a single undivided sample in less than 1 hour. The product is a combination of two spin columns and six optimized buffers for [...]
January 19, 2009
Optical dissolved oxygen sensor lowers costs and expands field testing applications In-Situ Inc. announced today that its newly released next generation Rugged Dissolved Oxygen (RDO®) sensor integrates seamlessly into the sub-2 inch TROLL® 9500 water quality instrument, which allows the breakthrough technology to be used in 2-inch monitoring wells and other restricted space deployments. The [...]
January 19, 2009
GenoLogics today announced that Wellcome Trust is deploying its lab and data management solution for genomics, including integrations to next generation sequencing platforms. The Wellcome Trust Centre for Human Genetics (WTCHG) undertakes research into the genetic basis of multi-factorial diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, infectious diseases, psychiatric disorders and multiple sclerosis. The Genomics [...]
The New MACSQuant(TM) Analyzer Combines Cell Enrichment and Flow Cytometry
January 16, 2009
BERGISCH GLADBACH, Germany, January 16 -- Miltenyi Biotec announces the worldwide release of the MACSQuant(TM) Analyzer, a novel and compact flow cytometer for multiparameter cell analysis. With this instrument launch Miltenyi Biotec broadens the product portfolio of the cell analysis business section and offers customers a milestone flow cytometer with novel features. "Whether working with [...]
Varian, Inc. Announces Cost Reduction Plan
January 16, 2009
PALO ALTO, Calif., Jan. 16 -- Varian, Inc. (NasdaqGS: VARI - News) today announced a plan to eliminate approximately 240 regular employee and 80 temporary positions and to close certain facilities. "In the face of continuing uncertainty in the global economic environment, we are taking proactive steps to reduce our cost structure, and position us [...]
January 16, 2009
PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on the health and safety of people and their environment, today announced the extension of a research collaboration between its ViaCord Research Institute™ (VRI™) and The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. The collaboration underscores VRI’s commitment to advancing technologies that multiply cord blood stem cells, with the [...]
Varian, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2009 Preliminary Results
January 16, 2009
PALO ALTO, Calif., Jan. 16 -- Varian, Inc. (NasdaqGS: VARI - News) today announced preliminary results for the first quarter of its fiscal year 2009, which ended January 2, 2009. First quarter sales should be between $205 million and $210 million. Non- GAAP (adjusted) diluted earnings per share should be between $0.50 and $0.54 including [...]
Hach Acquires Eclox™ Rapid Response Water Test Kit From Severn Trent Services
January 15, 2009
Loveland, Colorado, January, 2009 — Hach Company has acquired the Eclox Rapid Response Water Test Kit from Severn Trent Services (STS). Initially designed for military applications, Eclox tests for chemical contamination of water in just four minutes. In addition to its use by the military and humanitarian relief agencies, the technology is quickly finding increasing [...]
January 15, 2009
FDA Extends Use of Phase Forward’s WebSDM™ Product in the Submission and Review of Clinical Trials Data in CDISC SDTM Format WALTHAM, Mass.--Phase Forward (NASDAQ: PFWD), a leading provider of data management solutions for clinical trials and drug safety, today announced an extended agreement to support the FDA’s use of the company’s WebSDMTM software. This [...]
January 15, 2009
Ruggedized Z Backscatter Van Screening System to be Deployed for Counterterrorism Applications BILLERICA, Mass.--American Science and Engineering, Inc. (AS&E®) (NASDAQ: ASEI - News), a leading worldwide supplier of innovative X-ray detection solutions, announced today the receipt of a $67.1 million order from the U.S. government for a significant quantity of ZBV Military Trailers™ (ZBV Mil [...]
