Applied Biosystems Asks the Life Science Industry, “What Would You Do With a $10K Genome?”
October 27, 2008
As part of its commitment to promote basic research in the life sciences, Applied Biosystems Inc. (NYSE:ABI) today announced the creation of a grant program for genomic, epigenomic and transcriptome studies. The $10K Genome Grant Program is based on the concept of sequencing an entire genome for $10,000. Applied Biosystems is launching this program to [...]
Agilent Technologies, BioTrove to Streamline Drug Discovery Using High-Throughput Mass Spectrometry
October 27, 2008
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) and BioTrove today announced that they have signed a non-exclusive value-added reseller agreement to enable BioTrove to provide an end-to-end solution for mass spectrometry-based drug discovery. This solution will combine technology leader BioTrove's RapidFire Mass Spectrometry sample preparation system with Agilent's rugged, accurate mass spectrometers. The reseller agreement expands on an [...]
Phenomenex Develops Cool-Lock GC Nut for Shimadzu Systems
October 27, 2008
Tool Ensures Precise and Painless Column Installation Torrance, CA (October 27, 2008) - Phenomenex Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of separation science consumables, announces the addition of a Shimadzu GC-compatible model to its Cool-Lock Nut line. This unique device (patent pending) eliminates finger burning and simplifies GC column installation. The majority of GC [...]
October 27, 2008
VEDBAEK, Denmark, October 27 -- The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) has undertaken a multi-institutional prospective randomized clinical trial on 719 late stage epithelial ovarian cancer patients (named 55971). Results were announced today at the 2008 International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) biennial meeting in Bangkok, Thailand. In this study, Oncotech EDR [...]
Spartan Bioscience Unveils the Spartan DX-12(TM) DNA Analyzer
October 27, 2008
Spartan Bioscience Inc., a Canadian molecular diagnostics company that develops, manufactures, and markets DNA analyzers for on-demand applications, today announced the unveiling of the prototype Spartan DX-12(TM) DNA analyzer. This new addition to the Spartan product line is a direct result of feedback provided by evaluation partners in molecular biology labs across the U.S. and [...]
October 27, 2008
-Three regional sales organizations to further increase momentum in the respective markets -Matthias Düchting new regional head of sales and member of the Executive Board -Frederic Vanderhaegen new Head of Business Unit Detection and member of the Executive Board Männedorf, Switzerland, October 27, 2008 – Tecan Group AG (SWX: TECN) is implementing a new global [...]
CODA Genomics Names Stephen Picataggio to Chief Scientific Officer
October 27, 2008
CODA Genomics, a synthetic biology company focused on industrial biotechnology and life sciences markets, today announced the appointment of Stephen Picataggio, Ph.D. to the position of Chief Scientific Officer. Dr. Picataggio brings more than 30 years experience in the metabolic engineering of industrial microorganisms and the development of fermentation processes for the production of fuels [...]
October 27, 2008
ST. LOUIS, Oct. 28 -- Sigma-Aldrich (Nasdaq: SIAL) today announced the launch of its TransPlex(R) Whole Transcriptome Amplification (WTA2) technology (https://www.sigma.com/wta). TransPlex technology is believed to be the fastest, most sensitive and robust method available for amplifying total RNA from a variety of sample tissue sources such as animals, plants, and microorganisms. Optimized for formalin-fixed [...]
Phenomenex Develops Cool-Lock™ GC Nut for Shimadzu Systems
October 27, 2008
Tool Ensures Precise and Painless Column Installation Torrance, CA (October 27, 2008) – Phenomenex Inc., a global leader in the manufacture of separation science consumables, announces the addition of a Shimadzu GC-compatible model to its Cool-Lock Nut line. This unique device (patent pending) eliminates finger burning and simplifies GC column installation. The majority of GC [...]
October 27, 2008
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 27 -- Cepheid (Nasdaq: CPHD - News) today noted an announcement from Birmingham Children's Hospital highlighting results using Cepheid's Xpert(TM) MRSA test, which runs on the GeneXpert® System, to implement a screening program for all patients being admitted to its Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The Birmingham Children's Hospital announcement, released yesterday, stated [...]

