X-Rite Pantone Color Academy Grand Opening in Shanghai

On March 27, 2026, X-Rite Pantone, the global authority in color standards and color science, held the opening ceremony of its Color Academy in Shanghai, marking the official launch of X-Rite Pantone's strategic initiative in color education. The academy will offer systematic and standardized color courses and solutions for industries including printing, textiles, automotive, and plastics, [...]

Release of the CS-900F Fiber-Optic Type Non-Contact Chemical Concentration Monitor for Semiconductor Wet Processes

Cuts in-tool flow cell unit volume by ~60% and expands chemical compatibility with ~3x wider wavelength coverage CS-900F Fiber-Optic Type Non-Contact Chemical Concentration Monitor (Left: Main Unit / Right: Cell Unit) HORIBA Advanced Techno Co., Ltd. today announced the launch of the CS-900F, a chemical concentration monitor designed for wet process chemicals used in semiconductor [...]

ZEISS launches new microscopy training program featuring VR technology

VR-based training kit designed for seamless implementation across institutions Through VR, participants explore system components, design experiments, troubleshoot workflows, and test their knowledge in a risk-free environment. Interactive e-learning modules provide step-by-step tutorials, quizzes, and video demonstrations to reinforce key concepts and ensure knowledge retention. Participants engage in hands-on training with the latest ZEISS microscopes, [...]

Singular Genomics Launches G4X™ Spatial Research Challenge with Award of Spatial Multiomics Study up to 1,000-Samples

Flagship challenge will award an in situ multiomic study on G4X up to 1,000 samples, opening the door to larger cohort-based spatial research in oncology and translational science SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Singular Genomics today announced the launch of the G4X™ Spatial Research Challenge, a new program built around a 1,000-sample spatial multiomics award. Designed to spotlight a new scale of [...]

Grenova Appoints New Chief Executive Officer to Lead Next Phase of Growth Across Global Automation Platform

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. — Grenova today announced the appointment of Ted Hull as Chief Executive Officer. Hull will lead Grenova and its automation divisions, Peak Robotics and Peak Analysis & Automation (PAA), guiding the organization through its next phase of growth as a global platform delivering automation-ready solutions to laboratories world-wide. Grenova and its division partners [...]

Bioptimus Announces STELA: The World’s Largest Clinically Linked Spatial Biology Atlas, Alongside Key Partners 10x Genomics and Broad Clinical Labs

The global initiative aims to profile up to 100,000 patient specimens to scale M-Optimus, the world model of biology, representing a ~20x increase in scale over existing data available in the world today The Launch of STELA: Bioptimus is establishing the largest clinically linked multimodal atlas, starting in oncology and immunology tissue, designed to generate harmonized [...]

StarLIMS to Acquire the MODA® Platform from Lonza, Expanding Deeper Into Manufacturing Operations & Quality Control

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. -- StarLIMS has agreed to acquire the MODA® Platform, a trusted solution for manufacturing quality assurance and control in regulated environments. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. StarLIMS is a leading provider of enterprise laboratory informatics software. The acquisition of the MODA® Platform from Lonza, one of [...]

MGI Tech Brings High-Throughput T7+ Sequencer to European Market at Analytica 2026 Debut

MUNICH -- MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (MGI), a company dedicated to developing core tools and technologies that drive innovation in life sciences, is showcasing cutting-edge automation and sequencing technologies at the Analytica 2026 in Munich, Germany. Making its first appearance at the trade fair, MGI is featuring advanced sequencing and automation platforms, including the new [...]

Countable Labs Brings Innovative, Single-Molecule, Counting-Based PCR to European Markets with CE Mark Clearance

Countable PCR delivers single-molecule precision for Europe's most demanding quantification challenges — from cell and gene therapy manufacturing to biomarker validation, diagnostics, commercial testing and beyond PALO ALTO, Calif. -- Countable Labs, the developer of Countable PCR, the leading PCR innovation transforming how science measures biology, achieved CE marking for its Countable 4 Platform, a [...]

Rancho BioSciences Appoints Chris O’Brien as CEO to Deliver AI-Ready Data Solutions for Faster, More Reliable R&D

Veteran life sciences leader to drive enterprise growth and expand adoption of AI-ready data solutions across pharma and biotech SAN DIEGO, CA -- Rancho BioSciences today announced the appointment of Chris O'Brien as Chief Executive Officer. O'Brien will lead the company's next phase of growth as Rancho expands adoption of its AI-ready data solutions across [...]

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