Beam splitter option for customising spectrometer set-up
Avantes has an add-on providing the possibility of combining two light signals into one spectrometer or to split a light signal into two spectrometers with the option to switch between channels...
View ArticleMother’s genes work with baby’s to prevent obesity
A study led by scientists at the UK's University of Bath has for the first time uncovered how copies of a gene present in both mother and baby interact to control optimal growth of the child,...
View ArticleUltra low adhesion plates for spheroid cell culture
Lipidure-Coat low adhesion plates and dishes, from Amsbio, are available in 384-well format optimised for drug screening or other high throughput applications.Spheroid cell culture is based on the...
View ArticleIncubating the latest developments in IVF
A controlled, reliable incubation system can be one of the most valuable pieces of equipment in a laboratory. Having the ability to culture a healthy cell line can make the difference between...
View ArticleBeamsplitter/compensator optics
Optical Surfaces Ltd has been selected by a leading spectrophotometer manufacturer to supply ultra high precision matched beamsplitter/compensator optics for the interferometer that lies at the heart...
View ArticleDetermining percentage levels of carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen
Exeter Analytical has introduced an entry-level manual version of their high performance Model 440 Elemental Analyser for determining percentage levels of carbon, hydrogen and nitrogen (CHN) quickly,...
View ArticleHelping identify wild yeast contamination in beer
Bactest has developed a special culture vessel populated with a media product that will enable breweries to identify the presence of wild yeasts in beer days faster than current methods.The media...
View ArticleMovement in the womb sparks specific genes to build a healthy skeleton
Zoologists and bioengineers from Trinity College Dublin have identified over 1,000 genes whose responses change markedly when embryos are not able to move freely in the womb. The discovery will help...
View ArticleSafe concentration of biological samples
The miVac DNA is a compact concentrator from Genevac capable of safely and efficiently removing water and organic solvents from biological samples in a variety of formats including tubes, microplates...
View ArticleReproducible low temperature reactions on small-to-medium scale
The Asynt DrySyn SnowStorm offers a solution to laboratories undertaking low temperature reaction chemistries.Available in a choice of configurations, the DrySyn SnowStorm system provides controlled...
View ArticleDouble O-ring ensures high integrity cap mat seal
Porvair Sciences has introduced new silicone cap mats for its range of 2ml deep well storage blocks. Incorporating a novel double O-ring feature - the new silicone cap mats ensure a tight liquid proof...
View Article384-well reagent reservoirs
Adopting a standard ANSI/SLAS footprint, INTEGRA 384-well reagent reservoirs (100ml) are fully compatible with all liquid handling systems including the VIAFLO 384 Handheld Multichannel Electronic...
View ArticleInvestigating aberrations underlying genetic disorders
Oxford Gene Technology (OGT) has expanded its range of research-validated CytoSure Molecular Arrays to investigate DNA copy number variation (CNV) underlying a variety of genetic disorders.Designed and...
View ArticleDeveloping anti-cancer drugs from medicinal plants
The American University of Beirut-Nature Conservation Center (AUB-NCC) has established a scientific collaboration with Hikma Pharmaceuticals to pioneer anti-cancer drugs from medicinal plants.Led by...
View ArticleLightweight modular chest freezer rack
Micronic has added a Modular Vertical Freezer Rack to its range of sample storage accessories for biobanking.The Modular Freezer Rack provides a flexible and low cost solution for organising sample...
View ArticleBottles for safe handling and identification
The new DURA YOUTILITY bottle system addresses the critical issues of safe handling and bottle identification through the systematic design of the individual components.The bottles with their ergonomic...
View ArticleCompact solution for parallel blending/formulation experiments
Asynt has developed a new adaption of its Vortex overhead stirrer, called the Vortex Blend, specifically to cater for the requirement of scientists who need to test new formulations and blends in...
View ArticleLab gas analyser for direct real-time analysis
Hiden's laboratory gas analyser, HPR-20, is for direct real-time analysis, quantification and control of gas related processes ranging in pressure from 100mbar to 50bar.The bench-top mass spectrometer...
View ArticleUniversal milling glovebox for multiple mill systems
Powder Systems Ltd’s (PSL’s) universal Milling Isolator is the optimum solution when multiple mills, micronisers or air jet mills are required for a single product or process. PSL’s Milling Isolator...
View ArticleDevice for removal of dying and dead cells
AMSBIO announces ClioCell, an ex-vivo device for removal of dying and dead cells, improving viability and quality of cell populations and their subsequent productivity.The system comprises...
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