APEER and arivis are coming together to better serve customers by consolidating hardware- and data-agnostic software under the brand ZEISS arivis. The changes will take place in phases over the coming year, starting in April 2023. Customers can continue to expect the same level of quality and support. The name ZEISS arivis will represent an expanded software product line that includes cloud and AI solutions...
Measuring the rate of addition of liquid reagents accurately is a critical consideration for many labs undertaking batch or flow chemistry reactions. When using peristaltic or piston pumps to add expensive chemicals or other fluids into a reaction, labs must ensure the rate of addition is both accurate and constant. For labs looking to improve reproducibility and yield from liquid phase chemical reactions -TESTA Analytical has developed the Chemistry flowmeter...
Expanding possibilities for pharmaceutical sample analysis, Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced the latest addition to the Cary 3500 UV-Vis Series with the release of the Agilent Cary 3500 Flexible UV-Vis System. This new solution is a double-beam spectrophotometer with advanced photometric performance for diverse sample-type measurements with minimal sample preparation...
Biotech Fluidics announce Intuitive™ PEEK Nut - a unique patented finger tight fitting designed for low pressure tubing assemblies. Benefiting from a torque limiting design feature - Intuitive™ fittings provide a haptic “click” feedback when they reach the optimum torque, assuring a perfect connection every time. This unique, patented feature ensures the high reproducibility and reliability of your connections and eliminates the risk of over- or under tightening...
Known for its ease of configurability, the latest version of Matrix Gemini LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) from Autoscribe Informatics will be on show at the Paperless Lab Academy 2023. Unique among LIMS vendors, every configuration for each customer uses the same software. Configuration is performed using the built-in Matrix Configuration Tools which keeps all configuration separate from the core software...
Micronic launches a complete line of automation friendly Screw Cap Carriers. The Cap Carriers are fully compatible with the automated Screw Cap Capping and Decapping equipment offered by Micronic. Based on the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (ANSI/SLAS) standards, the Screw Cap Carriers accommodate 96-, 48-, and 24-well format Screw Caps. The Disposable Cap Carriers are compatible with all Micronic Screw Caps for both internally and externally threaded tubes...
From 9 to 11 May 2023, the laboratory world meets in Hanover, Germany at LABVOLUTION, the European trade fair for laboratory technology and optimized laboratory workflows. Digitization, artificial intelligence and sustainability will be at the center of the trade fair for the smart laboratory in 2023. As the leading trade fair for digitization in the laboratory, LABVOLUTION 2023 not only showcases innovative lab technology, infrastructure and automation, as well as solutions for optimized laboratory workflows...
Waters Corporation has unveiled its next generation Xevo TQ Absolute IVD mass spectrometer, expanding its family of MassTrak IVD LC-MS/MS Systems for clinical diagnostic applications. The powerful analytical performance of the Xevo TQ Absolute IVD mass spectrometer is up to five times more sensitive for quantifying clinical analytes than similar commercial instruments on the market...
CrestOptics S.p.A., a manufacturer of high-end microscopy solutions and advanced systems for fluorescence microscopy and diagnostic applications, has announced the launch of its new spinning disk confocal microscope system, CICERO. Focusing on the essential elements of epi-fluorescence and confocal microscopy, CICERO has been developed to make high-end imaging accessible to the wider scientific community by providing a compact and cost-effective system for powerful imaging solutions...
Autoscribe Informatics, the global leader in configurable Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), has announced the latest release of its starter systems. The 4Q22 release includes an improved Veterinary LIMS starter system, and two updated modules for Matrix Gemini LIMS, aliquots and derivatives, and improved security groups. The extended Veterinary LIMS starter system incorporates feedback from recent customer projects in this field...
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, and Arsenal Biosciences, Inc. (ArsenalBio), a clinical-stage cell therapy company engineering advanced chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapies for solid tumors, have announced an update to our strategic collaboration to further the development of manufacturing processes for new cancer treatments...
The National Measurement Laboratory (NML) at LGC has launched the Northern Cell Metrology Hub, a new centre of innovation for clinical diagnostics and medical technology, at the University of Leeds’ innovation community, Nexus. The first step in a partnership between the University of Leeds and the NML, the laboratory was launched on Friday, 31 March 2023 at a special event hosted Nexus, which features talks from Professors Julian Braybrook and Nick Plant, as well as a visit from the Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin.
The Pipette Manager serves as a wireless control panel for Eppendorf's connected electronic pipettes, adding new features and revolutionizing the speed and reproducibility of handheld pipetting. With this innovative system, scientists can easily adjust connected pipette modes, settings, and volumes via a large touch display. The system's Liquid Manager feature offers predefined pipette settings and technique hints for a variety of liquids, ensuring consistent and accurate results in several applications...
Broadband Infrared Diagnostics, a company that explores novel routes to early cancer detection with femto- and attosecond metrologies, reports on using the SPL GUARD Arizona in their lab to make the thawing of sample more efficient and ultra-fast. Herr Dr. Fleischmann is Biorepository Manager at Broadband Infrared Diagnostics near München and conducts research is the field of molecular plant pathology, genetics and cancer biology...
ZEISS is investing in life science start-up InSphero to further advance the adoption of 3D microtissues in research and drug development. InSphero AG, a pioneer in 3D spheroid and cell-based assays in pharmaceutical drug discovery and safety testing, has raised an eight-figure amount in its latest funding round. InSphero will utilize the proceeds to commercialize its cryo-preservation technology to enable further growth and scalability...
The STEDYCON™ STED microscope is a super-resolution fluorescence microscope, which allows researchers to visualize biological structures and processes at the nanoscale level with high accuracy and detail. The instrument will be an essential resource for biotech entrepreneurs at MBC BioLabs, enabling them to develop new products and therapies with increased efficiency and effectiveness...
AMSBIO is pleased to announce the launch of Extragel, a like-for-like replacement for MatrigelTM, GeltrexTM and CultrexTM Basement Membrane Extract (BME). Available ex-stock, with overnight shipment, Extragel is a reconstituted matrix hydrogel formed by basement membrane components extracted from mouse tumor tissues which are rich in extracellular matrix proteins. Designed to be used undiluted or diluted to a specific protein concentration...
For synthesis labs looking to undertake small scale photochemical reactions – Uniqsis has introduced Solstice™ – a compact, temperature-controlled batch photoreactor that combines affordability, high-performance and flexibility. Solstice™ is the ideal photochemical synthesis tool for reactions involving solid materials (such as catalysis), optimisation of reaction conditions and production of small compound arrays...
Leading life science company Eppendorf introduced Centrifuge 5427 R – the first Eppendorf microcentrifuge with hydrocarbon cooling to contribute to an even more sustainable laboratory environment. With this offering, customers can now perform various molecular and cell biology applications while using a refrigerated device that contains a natural cooling agent with a GWP of almost zero. To protect your samples – and the planet...
Renishaw is pleased to introduce fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) functionality to its inVia™ confocal Raman microscope. In partnership with Becker & Hickl GmbH, the pioneers in time-correlated single photon counting (TCSPC), the system combines both Raman and FLIM in a single instrument. This integration can overlay both FLIM and Raman images with pixel-to-pixel correlation, thus increasing understanding of samples across a range of applications...
Academics in chemistry, materials research and life sciences can tap into advanced AI tool. Machine learning pioneer Intellegens has launched the Alchemite™ Academic Programme, a new initiative that lowers the cost of and makes it easier for university researchers in chemistry, materials research, and life sciences to use its groundbreaking Alchemite™ technology. The Intellegens Alchemite™ software applies a machine learning (ML) algorithm originally developed at the University of Cambridge...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced that the recipient of the 2023 Darlene Solomon Award is Kathryn Wolhuter, Ph.D., a senior postdoctoral researcher studying coronary heart disease at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in Sydney, Australia. The award was presented at the iSLS11 - 11th International Singapore Lipid Symposium held March 21–23 at the National University of Singapore...
APEER and arivis are coming together to better serve customers by consolidating hardware- and data-agnostic software under the brand ZEISS arivis. The changes will take place in phases over the coming year, starting in April 2023. Customers can continue to expect the same level of quality and support. The name ZEISS arivis will represent an expanded software product line that includes cloud and AI solutions...
Measuring the rate of addition of liquid reagents accurately is a critical consideration for many labs undertaking batch or flow chemistry reactions. When using peristaltic or piston pumps to add expensive chemicals or other fluids into a reaction, labs must ensure the rate of addition is both accurate and constant. For labs looking to improve reproducibility and yield from liquid phase chemical reactions -TESTA Analytical has developed the Chemistry flowmeter...
Expanding possibilities for pharmaceutical sample analysis, Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced the latest addition to the Cary 3500 UV-Vis Series with the release of the Agilent Cary 3500 Flexible UV-Vis System. This new solution is a double-beam spectrophotometer with advanced photometric performance for diverse sample-type measurements with minimal sample preparation...
Biotech Fluidics announce Intuitive™ PEEK Nut - a unique patented finger tight fitting designed for low pressure tubing assemblies. Benefiting from a torque limiting design feature - Intuitive™ fittings provide a haptic “click” feedback when they reach the optimum torque, assuring a perfect connection every time. This unique, patented feature ensures the high reproducibility and reliability of your connections and eliminates the risk of over- or under tightening...
Known for its ease of configurability, the latest version of Matrix Gemini LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) from Autoscribe Informatics will be on show at the Paperless Lab Academy 2023. Unique among LIMS vendors, every configuration for each customer uses the same software. Configuration is performed using the built-in Matrix Configuration Tools which keeps all configuration separate from the core software...
Micronic launches a complete line of automation friendly Screw Cap Carriers. The Cap Carriers are fully compatible with the automated Screw Cap Capping and Decapping equipment offered by Micronic. Based on the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (ANSI/SLAS) standards, the Screw Cap Carriers accommodate 96-, 48-, and 24-well format Screw Caps. The Disposable Cap Carriers are compatible with all Micronic Screw Caps for both internally and externally threaded tubes...
From 9 to 11 May 2023, the laboratory world meets in Hanover, Germany at LABVOLUTION, the European trade fair for laboratory technology and optimized laboratory workflows. Digitization, artificial intelligence and sustainability will be at the center of the trade fair for the smart laboratory in 2023. As the leading trade fair for digitization in the laboratory, LABVOLUTION 2023 not only showcases innovative lab technology, infrastructure and automation, as well as solutions for optimized laboratory workflows...
Waters Corporation has unveiled its next generation Xevo TQ Absolute IVD mass spectrometer, expanding its family of MassTrak IVD LC-MS/MS Systems for clinical diagnostic applications. The powerful analytical performance of the Xevo TQ Absolute IVD mass spectrometer is up to five times more sensitive for quantifying clinical analytes than similar commercial instruments on the market...
CrestOptics S.p.A., a manufacturer of high-end microscopy solutions and advanced systems for fluorescence microscopy and diagnostic applications, has announced the launch of its new spinning disk confocal microscope system, CICERO. Focusing on the essential elements of epi-fluorescence and confocal microscopy, CICERO has been developed to make high-end imaging accessible to the wider scientific community by providing a compact and cost-effective system for powerful imaging solutions...
Autoscribe Informatics, the global leader in configurable Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), has announced the latest release of its starter systems. The 4Q22 release includes an improved Veterinary LIMS starter system, and two updated modules for Matrix Gemini LIMS, aliquots and derivatives, and improved security groups. The extended Veterinary LIMS starter system incorporates feedback from recent customer projects in this field...
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, and Arsenal Biosciences, Inc. (ArsenalBio), a clinical-stage cell therapy company engineering advanced chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-T cell therapies for solid tumors, have announced an update to our strategic collaboration to further the development of manufacturing processes for new cancer treatments...
The National Measurement Laboratory (NML) at LGC has launched the Northern Cell Metrology Hub, a new centre of innovation for clinical diagnostics and medical technology, at the University of Leeds’ innovation community, Nexus. The first step in a partnership between the University of Leeds and the NML, the laboratory was launched on Friday, 31 March 2023 at a special event hosted Nexus, which features talks from Professors Julian Braybrook and Nick Plant, as well as a visit from the Mayor of West Yorkshire Tracy Brabin.
The Pipette Manager serves as a wireless control panel for Eppendorf's connected electronic pipettes, adding new features and revolutionizing the speed and reproducibility of handheld pipetting. With this innovative system, scientists can easily adjust connected pipette modes, settings, and volumes via a large touch display. The system's Liquid Manager feature offers predefined pipette settings and technique hints for a variety of liquids, ensuring consistent and accurate results in several applications...
Broadband Infrared Diagnostics, a company that explores novel routes to early cancer detection with femto- and attosecond metrologies, reports on using the SPL GUARD Arizona in their lab to make the thawing of sample more efficient and ultra-fast. Herr Dr. Fleischmann is Biorepository Manager at Broadband Infrared Diagnostics near München and conducts research is the field of molecular plant pathology, genetics and cancer biology...
ZEISS is investing in life science start-up InSphero to further advance the adoption of 3D microtissues in research and drug development. InSphero AG, a pioneer in 3D spheroid and cell-based assays in pharmaceutical drug discovery and safety testing, has raised an eight-figure amount in its latest funding round. InSphero will utilize the proceeds to commercialize its cryo-preservation technology to enable further growth and scalability...
The STEDYCON™ STED microscope is a super-resolution fluorescence microscope, which allows researchers to visualize biological structures and processes at the nanoscale level with high accuracy and detail. The instrument will be an essential resource for biotech entrepreneurs at MBC BioLabs, enabling them to develop new products and therapies with increased efficiency and effectiveness...
AMSBIO is pleased to announce the launch of Extragel, a like-for-like replacement for MatrigelTM, GeltrexTM and CultrexTM Basement Membrane Extract (BME). Available ex-stock, with overnight shipment, Extragel is a reconstituted matrix hydrogel formed by basement membrane components extracted from mouse tumor tissues which are rich in extracellular matrix proteins. Designed to be used undiluted or diluted to a specific protein concentration...
For synthesis labs looking to undertake small scale photochemical reactions – Uniqsis has introduced Solstice™ – a compact, temperature-controlled batch photoreactor that combines affordability, high-performance and flexibility. Solstice™ is the ideal photochemical synthesis tool for reactions involving solid materials (such as catalysis), optimisation of reaction conditions and production of small compound arrays...
Leading life science company Eppendorf introduced Centrifuge 5427 R – the first Eppendorf microcentrifuge with hydrocarbon cooling to contribute to an even more sustainable laboratory environment. With this offering, customers can now perform various molecular and cell biology applications while using a refrigerated device that contains a natural cooling agent with a GWP of almost zero. To protect your samples – and the planet...
Renishaw is pleased to introduce fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM) functionality to its inVia™ confocal Raman microscope. In partnership with Becker & Hickl GmbH, the pioneers in time-correlated single photon counting (TCSPC), the system combines both Raman and FLIM in a single instrument. This integration can overlay both FLIM and Raman images with pixel-to-pixel correlation, thus increasing understanding of samples across a range of applications...
Academics in chemistry, materials research and life sciences can tap into advanced AI tool. Machine learning pioneer Intellegens has launched the Alchemite™ Academic Programme, a new initiative that lowers the cost of and makes it easier for university researchers in chemistry, materials research, and life sciences to use its groundbreaking Alchemite™ technology. The Intellegens Alchemite™ software applies a machine learning (ML) algorithm originally developed at the University of Cambridge...
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced that the recipient of the 2023 Darlene Solomon Award is Kathryn Wolhuter, Ph.D., a senior postdoctoral researcher studying coronary heart disease at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute in Sydney, Australia. The award was presented at the iSLS11 - 11th International Singapore Lipid Symposium held March 21–23 at the National University of Singapore...