Engineering nanoparticle coatings -Quebec researchers use MalvernMar 2, 2011Researchers working at NanoQAM, the nanotechnology research centre of the University of Quebec (Montreal, Canada), are successfully innovating novel polymer coatings on the basis of data measured using a Viscotek high temperature gel permeation chromatography (HT-GPC) system from Malvern Instruments. The system is proving crucial for efficient polymer characterization, reliably providing absolute molecular weight and structural information to support research goals...
Read MoreMetrohm launches global IC promotion for water analysisMar 1, 2011Metrohm has become synonymous with water analysis. From February 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 Metrohm offers 3 all-in-one IC systems that are 100% geared to professional water analysis. During this time, customers benefit from highly valuable equipment (MagIC Net™ software, column, ultrafiltration equipment, inline eluent preparation) that Metrohm gives away with each of the three packages – absolutely free!
Read MoreNitrogen Mustard Hydrolysis Products: Quantitative Analysis ImprovedFeb 28, 2011Dionex is proud to announce a rapid separation liquid chromatography (RSLC) tandem mass spectrometric (MS/MS) method for quantitative analysis of ethanolamines in environmental water samples. Application Note 271:Quantitative Analysis of Nitrogen Mustard Hydrolysis Products as Ethanolamines demonstrates use of the Dionex Acclaim® TrinityTM P1 Mixed-Mode column, featuring reversed-phase, anion-exchange, and cation-exchange retention mechanisms, to provide retention and resolution for five target analytes within 5 minutes.
Read MoreEasy handling with Kronlab Pilot columnsFeb 23, 2011As a long-time specialist in the field of glass Pilot columns for lab and production separations, Kronlab specialists are continuously in close dialogue with chromatography end-users from Pharma/Biotech as well as research and education fields. This leads to numerous technical and practical modifications which make your every-day work a lot easier.
Read MoreEnhanced Analytical Syringe Precision from ARC SciencesFeb 22, 2011Improve your analytical syringe performance with SGE's new electronic syringe system, eVolTM. An electronic digital drive that combines with the new XchangeTM syringes, eVol can accurately dispense volumes between 200nl and 500ul using just 3 different volume syringes
Read MoreGreyhound Chromatography launches New ISO Guide 34 StandardsFeb 22, 2011With advancements in technology and the ever greater demands from regulatory bodies to identify new analytes and the lowering of detection limits, Greyhound recognises the importance of supplying Certified Reference Materials with validated and stated uncertainties. Scientists are under increasing pressure to produce accurate reports using the technologies currently available to them and to minimise random and systematic errors in their procedures...
Read MoreNew 2011 Chromatography Consumables Catalogue from Worldwide Glass ResourcesFeb 22, 2011Worldwide Glass Resources, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of its newly expanded 2011 catalog! Inside you will find such items as Chromatography Vials, Sample Vials and Closures, Headspace Vials, High Recovery Vials, Limited Volume Inserts and Syringe Filters...
Read MoreUsing GPC/SEC to accurately characterise complex biopolymers in foodFeb 22, 2011Published work, now freely available on the Malvern Instruments website, shows that the Viscotek TDAmax gel permeation/size exclusion chromatography (GPC/SEC) system is an information-rich, time-efficient analytical solution for the comprehensive characterization of complex food ingredients and additives based on polysaccharides. The work by Dr Gerhard Heinzmann and Dr Bernd Tartsch is detailed in a paper "Alginates, Chitosanes and Xanthans - Characterisation of Food Ingredients by GPC/SEC with Triple Detection".
Read MoreALMSCO International to Showcase TargetView Software for Improved Analysis of Target Compounds in Complex GC/MS Data at PITTCON 2011 (Booth 1322, 1323)Feb 21, 2011ALMSCO will demonstrate its recently launched TargetViewTM software package at PITTCON 2011. The innovative software has been designed to automate and improve detection and measurement of multiple target chemicals in complex GC/MS data sets. The software will benefit GC/MS users in a range of important fields, including environmental monitoring, food/flavour/fragrance profiling, forensic science and testing chemical emissions from consumer goods...
Read MoreLife is a gas at Peak Scientific these days!Feb 21, 2011Since 1997 our dynamic company has reshaped the landscape for laboratory gas generators by stimulating Peak design engineers into some remarkable product developments. These clever people not only greatly improve the performance of any new gas generators, but further ensure that well- established and much loved products can stand the test of time.
Read MoreRecombinant Protein Fermentation Monitoring in Real TimeFeb 17, 2011Dionex is proud to announce a customer-developed method that enables real-time monitoring of laboratory-scale protein expression. Until now, real-time monitoring of protein expression has proven difficult, due to the requirement for time-consuming cell harvesting, protein extraction, and purification procedures prior to analysis. Customer Application Note 110: Rapid Analysis of Recombinant Protein Production During Fermentation Using Dionex ProPac SCX Columns shows how the ProPac® SCX-10 column can be used for real-time monitoring of recombinant protein production, with reduced analysis time and smaller sample volume requirements.
Read MoreThermo Fisher Scientific Introduces iPhone App to Simplify GC Column SelectionFeb 16, 2011Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the release of a free GC Column Selector app for iPhone. The new app helps GC chromatographers select the ideal Thermo Scientific GC column for either existing or regulated methods based on their current configuration. It provides a quick cross-reference for Thermo Scientific TRACE columns to GC columns from other manufacturers.
Read MoreWyatt Technology Corporation Wins SBAFeb 16, 2011Wyatt Technology Corporation today announced that it has received one of the prestigious Tibbetts Awards from the Small Business Administration (SBA) for its role as the world's leading provider of analytical light scattering instrumentation. The Small Business Administration presents the awards (also knows as "Tibbies") to companies and individuals that have advanced technological innovation and economic growth.
Read MoreThermo Fisher Scientific Collaborates with HarvardFeb 16, 2011Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the initial findings of stroke research conducted by its Biomarker Research Initiatives in Mass Spectrometry (BRIMS) Center in collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Harvard University. Strokes are the leading cause of serious long-term disability in the U.S. The research, conducted using Thermo Scientific mass spectrometers, provides insight into key areas of stroke evaluation and treatment
Read MoreIon chromatography and voltammetry to determine chromium (VI)Feb 11, 2011High levels of toxic chromium(VI) in environmental samples have recently stirred up public attention in the US to focus on the impact of industrial pollution on humans and the environment. With ion chromatography and voltammetry, Metrohm provides state-of-the-art analytical techniques as well as the required instrumentation to help authorities to get a better picture of the hazards to public health.
Read MoreVersatile Handheld FTIR for QA/QC ApplicationsFeb 10, 2011A2 Technologies, a leading supplier of FTIR analyzers for QA/QC applications in the lab, in the field or at the production line, has expanded the sampling capability of its Exoscan handheld FTIR system. A new Spherical ATR Sampling interface enables the Exoscan to quickly and accurately analyze a wide range of materials typically encountered in the QA/QC lab, or at the production line.
Read MoreThermo Fisher Scientific Announces Improved Method for Faster Analysis of Inclusions in AluminumFeb 8, 2011Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today announced the launch of an improved method for ultra-fast analysis of inclusions in aluminum using optical emission spectroscopy (OES). The method, which utilizes the Thermo Scientific Spark-DAT option, significantly enhances the capabilities of the Thermo Scientific ARL 4460 metals analyzer, offering a faster and more accurate alternative to existing methods of characterizing inclusions in aluminum.
Read MoreAutomatic Sample Fusion for XRF AnalysisFeb 8, 2011Sample preparation by the fused bead technique is widely accepted as giving better precision and accuracy than most other techniques when analysing minerals, ceramics and similar samples by XRF. The Vulcan fusion system from Fluxana GmbH, distributed in the UK by Analysco Ltd of Chipping Norton (Oxon) uses automatic fusion control to achieve better sample uniformity and repeatability.
Read MoreNEW ACE C18-PFP - a unique C18 bonded HPLC Column with the extra selectivity of a pentafluorophenyl (PFP) phaseFeb 4, 2011
ACE® C18-PFP is a unique C18 bonded HPLC column from Advanced Chromatography Technologies, which has been developed to provide alternate selectivity to all existing C18 bonded phases. The phase combines the hydrophobic characteristics of a C18 phase with the alternate selectivity offered by a pentafluorophenyl (PFP) phase - enabling the benefits of multiple interactions to be fully exploited..
Read MoreCommon Cations and Amines Identification and Quantification Improved Using IC-MSFeb 4, 2011Dionex announces a new method that combines ion chromatography (IC) and mass spectrometry (MS) detection for the determination of six commonly occurring cations and four amines at part per billion (ppb) levels. With MS detection, confirmation of the analyte identity can be achieved from full-scan spectra, and quantification can be achieved at low ppb levels with greater confidence by using selected ion monitoring (SIM) scans. Application Note 269: Identification and Quantification at ppb Levels of Common Cations and Amines by IC-MS demonstrates successful application of this method with analysis of water samples.
Read MoreThe University of Nottingham selects JPK's innovative ForceRobot system for single molecule and biopharmaceutical applicationsFeb 4, 2011JPK Instruments, a world-leading manufacturer of nanoanalytic instrumentation for research in life sciences and soft matter, is pleased to report on the first work from the University of Nottingham who have chosen the ForceRobot® 300 system for their School of Pharmacy.
Read MoreGilson - Closer to youFeb 2, 2011Gilson in the UK is now closer to you. Gilson will provide full sales, service and support on all their products from a newly formed UK operation, becoming the only pipette manufacturer operating directly in the UK.
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