First mass spectrometry-based test system for total 25-Hydroxyvitamin D to receive CLIA ‘Moderate Complexity’ designation in the U.S. Expands access to advanced testing with a fully automated, standardized workflow on the cobas® i 601 analyzer Marks an important step in broadening the clinical utility of mass spectrometry testing across routine labs INDIANAPOLIS — Roche (SIX: […]

On July 14, Shimadzu Corporation signed a comprehensive collaborative agreement with Osaka Metropolitan University. The objective is to promote mutual cooperation, including research & development and human resource training. On the basis of this collaborative agreement, both parties will, through collaboration in a living lab for co-creation by industry, academia, government, and the private sector […]

Wiley, a global leader in authoritative content, data-driven insights, and knowledge services that advance science and learning, today announced the release of KnowItAll 2026, featuring the new Trendfinder application that integrates chemometric analysis directly into the familiar KnowItAll interface to uncover meaningful patterns in complex spectral and chromatographic datasets. The latest version of Wiley’s comprehensive […]

Green level certification represents the pinnacle of lab sustainability SANTA CLARA, California — Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that its Refurbishment Centers in Delaware, USA, and Singapore have achieved the highest level of My Green Lab Certification—Green level— an internationally recognized benchmark for laboratory sustainability. This milestone underscores Agilent’s commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation in sustainable lab operations. The certification process […]

Phase II award focuses on ruggedizing BioFlyte’s BioTOF technology for deployment on unmanned ground vehicles, enabling mobile chem/biothreat detection in expeditionary environments ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — BioFlyte, a chemical and bioaerosol surveillance firm with a disruptive new class of fieldable chemical and biological threat collection, detection, and identification solutions, today announced it has been awarded a […]

Shimadzu Corporation (Shimadzu) has established a laboratory in the Aqua Regeneration Central Hub (ARCH), a research center opened by Shinshu University on 25 July. After signing a comprehensive partnership agreement in August 2024, Shimadzu and Shinshu University began a search for projects involving cutting-edge technology in water and energy, examining opportunities for Shimadzu’s analytical and […]

COLUMBIA, Md. — Shimadzu Scientific Instruments announces the LCMS-8065XE, the latest evolution in triple quadrupole mass spectrometry that redefines analytical excellence with world-class sensitivity, efficiency and sustainability. This new instrument introduces innovative technologies that deliver exceptional performance with evolved, efficient and exact capabilities.  Technological Advancements ·       StreamFocus Ionization Technology – The LCMS-8065XE features Shimadzu’s StreamFocus technology, a low-dispersion […]

AUSTIN, Texas — Astrotech Corporation (Nasdaq: ASTC), today announced that it has appointed Nihanth Badugu as Chief Operating Officer of the Company. Mr. Badugu’s appointment is effective as of August 13, 2025. “The Board is thrilled to promote Mr. Badugu to Chief Operating Officer,” stated Thomas B. Pickens III, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Astrotech Corporation. “Nihanth has […]

Stockholm, Sweden – Polymer Factory has been granted the SpheriCal patent in several European countries. The patent, valid for 20 years, is titled “Functionalized calibrants for spectrometry and chromatography” and was filed on May 29, 2018. The granted patent covers the following countries: United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, […]

Designation for BioFlyte’s aerosol chem/biothreat detection and identification technology underscores proven performance, customer protections, and competitive differentiation in homeland security market ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — BioFlyte, a chemical and bioaerosol surveillance firm with a disruptive new class of fieldable chemical and biological threat collection, detection, and identification solutions, today announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland […]