Using a new method to study how carbohydrates modify proteins, scientists have discovered that gut bacteria can alter molecular signatures in the brain. Our guts are home to trillions of bacteria, and research over the last few decades has established how essential they are to our physiology – in health and disease. A new study from EMBL Heidelberg researchers shows that gut bacteria can bring about profound molecular changes in one of our most critical organs – the brain...
Illumina, Inc., a global leader in next-generation sequencing and array-based technologies, have announced a collaboration with Broad Clinical Labs to rapidly streamline and scale single-cell projects with cutting-edge tools and workflows. Together, the longstanding partners will set the standard for scalable single-cell research and accelerate the development of a 5 billion cell atlas within the next three years...
Leica Microsystems, a leader in microscopy and scientific instrumentation and advanced imaging solutions, has announced that it has acquired ATTO-TEC, a leading specialty supplier of fluorescent dyes and reagents. The addition of dyes and reagents for sample preparation complements the renowned Leica portfolio of microscopy imaging platforms and advanced AI-based analysis software...
After more than 1,670 laboratories collecting over 100 tonnes of plastic, Starlab has now succeeded for the first time in producing a high-quality laboratory product from the collected recycled material. For the first time, the laboratory product manufacturer can thus close the recycling loop for its TipOne® pipette tip racks. Starlab's recycling service for the collection of TipOne® system polypropylene components is not only popular with researchers – but also well received by the German government...
AMSBIO announces a new range of ready-to-use Human induced Pluripotent Stem Cell (hiPSC) -derived cardiomyocytes, hepatocytes, and neurons. Supplied fully differentiated and available in high-purity formats, these ready-to-use cells help accelerate research by streamlining lab workflows, eliminating the need for in-house differentiation and minimizing preparation time...
Alpha Laboratories (Eastleigh, UK) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking half a century of commitment to supporting clinicians, scientists, and patients across the globe. Founded in 1975, Alpha Laboratories has become a trusted supplier of laboratory consumables, liquid handling supplies, diagnostic solutions, and lab equipment...
Researchers invited to gain early access to next-generation platform to optimize functional single-cell analysis workflows across expanded applications in life science R&DSphere Fluidics, a leading provider of innovative picodroplet-based microfluidics solutions for functional single cell analysis and isolation, has announced the launch of Cyto-Mine® Chroma and the opening of its Early Access Program...
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., a global leader in life science research and clinical diagnostics products, has announced the launch of its TrailBlazer™ Tag and TrailBlazer StarBright™ Dye Label Kits. The new kits offer a convenient method to label any antibody with one of Bio-Rad’s StarBright Dyes, for use in either flow cytometry or fluorescent western blot experiments...
Vapourtec’s R-Series flow chemistry system, equipped with a UV-150 photochemical reactor, has been cited in research by scientists at Novo Nordisk in the C-terminal α-amination of peptides and proteins from cysteine-extended polypeptide precursors. Published in a paper in Nature Communications entitled ‘Photochemically-enabled, post-translational production of C-terminal amides’, the process involved three steps...
Eppendorf and the journal Science are now accepting applications for the 2025 Eppendorf & Science Prize for Neurobiology. This annual international research prize of US$25,000 is awarded to young scientists for their outstanding contributions to neurobiological research based on methods of molecular, cellular, systems, or organismic biology. Researchers who are not older than 35 years are invited to apply by June 15, 2025...
analytica Vietnam 2025, the country’s largest and most influential trade fair for laboratory technology, analysis, and biotechnology, is set to return bigger than ever. Taking place from 2-4 April 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City, this 8th edition will be the largest in the event’s history, expanding to two exhibition halls and welcoming over 300 exhibitors and brands, and 6,000 trade visitors from across the region...
SepSolve Analytical Ltd has launched Smart Subtract®, a powerful new tool that transforms how chromatographic data is compared. Identifying differences between ‘good’ and ‘bad’ batches has long been a time-consuming and labour-intensive process, often taking days or even weeks to yield meaningful insights. Smart Subtract reduces this to minutes while delivering more accurate results...
TESTA Analytical reports that its Differential Refractometer improves the precision of dn/dc determination using light scattering techniques. An accurate dn/dc value is essential in molecular weight determination of biopolymers and polymers by light scattering. Backed by decades of experience of Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC) and Light Scattering techniques, Testa Analytical has created a differential refractometer accessory for light scattering instruments that deliver exceptional performance and is easy-to-use...
The world’s number one laboratory gas generator manufacturer1, PEAK Scientific, has announced that its’ best-selling Genius range of nitrogen gas generators for LC-MS are now the first laboratory nitrogen generators to be certified with an Accountability, Consistency and Transparency (ACT®) Ecolabel from My Green Lab®. With this certification, laboratories with an active Genius product can access independently verified environmental impact data, covering key sustainability metrics related to manufacturing, energy and water use, packaging, and end-of-life considerations...
Anton Paar announces the launch of Litesizer DIF 500, a laser diffraction particle size analyzer designed to deliver accurate particle size measurements in high-tech laboratories and even challenging industrial environments. With the ability to measure samples ranging from 0.01 µm to 3,500 µm, Litesizer DIF 500 stands out for its precision and durability. Key features of the Litesizer DIF 500 include...
AFYS3G, a leader in innovative laboratory automation solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its new product: Information Marking System Lambda768. This cutting-edge laser marker is designed to optimize sample processing by offering unmatched speed, flexibility, and ease of use, providing laboratories with a highly efficient solution for tube marking. The new AFYS3G laser marker can mark up to 8 ANSI/SLAS racks simultaneously, including 96-well, 48-well, and 24-well format...
Synexa Life Sciences, a global provider of biomarker and bioanalytical solutions to the pharmaceutical, biotech, and CRO industries, has proudly achieved the My Green Lab Certification at the highest ‘Green’ level at its Cape Town, South Africa facility. Laboratories play a crucial role in advancing healthcare but are among the most resource-intensive environments in the life sciences industry. Synexa is committed to implementing and enhancing sustainability practices throughout the organisation...
Sapio Sciences, the science-aware™ lab informatics platform, has announced that LabConnect, a global leader in central laboratory services, has chosen Sapio LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) to digitally transform complex research workflows, streamline sample tracking, and enhance data management. LabConnect partners with biopharma companies and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced the Agilent IDP-35 and IDP-45 dry scroll pumps, designed to provide quiet, efficient, oil-free, and worry-free vacuum solutions for applications requiring higher pumping capacity. Consistent with the high standards of all Agilent IDP scroll pumps, the new IDP-35 and IDP-45 pumps offer several key benefits to customers. These pumps are ideal for applications needing higher pumping capacity without the drawbacks of oil-sealed pumps...
The smallest autoclave in Priorclave’s extensive range is their impressive 40-litre Benchtop, making it extremely easy to incorporate into any work environment. Ideal as an additional autoclave for industrious laboratories requiring a space-efficient solution to deal with very demanding mediums rapidly, or researcher seeking a cost-effective low-volume solution to their diverse sterilisation and autoclave needs...
The requirements for quality assurance of biologics are increasing. Danish contract laboratory now opens for access to a database that - combined with the company’s measurement tools - can shorten the development time and heighten the quality of novel biological products. Since 2007, the contract laboratory Alphalyse A/S has developed and refined a new method of impurity analysis in biological pharmaceuticals based on mass spectrometry (MS)...
Metrohm USA is proud to announce the winner of the 2025 Young Chemist Award, Ms. Elham Akbari, a graduate student from Temple University. This year’s award, increased to $15,000 to reflect Metrohm’s growing commitment to fostering scientific innovation, honors Ms. Akbari’s outstanding research on thermal treatment methods for the destruction of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as "forever chemicals...