BioTek Epoch 2 Microplate Spectrophotometer
03 July, 2014BioTek has released the Epoch 2 Microplate Spectrophotometer, claimed to be the first reader to combine a large touch screen and full onboard data analysis software for simplified and efficient operation and reporting of absorbance-based detection workflows.
A spectroscopic technique for understanding photochemical reactions
23 June, 2014Using photochemical reactions to our advantage requires a deep understanding of the interplay between the electrons and atomic nuclei within a molecular system after that system has been excited by light.
ESO telescope finds its MUSE
07 March, 2014An innovative instrument called MUSE (Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer) has been successfully installed on the European Southern Observatory's (ESO) Very Large Telescope (VLT) at the Paranal Observatory in Chile.
Rigaku Progeny material ID handheld Raman analyser
05 March, 2014The Rigaku Progeny is a handheld analyser designed to deliver comprehensive and accurate materials identification. The analyser has been designed for pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing and academia markets.
Ultrafast laser spectroscopy observes changes in new materials
05 March, 2014Scientists at the US Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory are revealing the mysteries of new materials using ultrafast laser spectroscopy - a technique in which many quick images reveal subtle movements and changes inside the materials.
Agilent opens $25m Spectroscopy Technology Innovation Centre in Melbourne
29 August, 2013Measurement company Agilent Technologies has announced the opening of its new Spectroscopy Technology Innovation Centre in Mulgrave, Victoria. The $25 million centre houses cutting-edge research and testing laboratories, as well as user demo and training facilities.
One chemical - two crystal colours
09 August, 2013A surprise for chemists studying agostic bonds was the development of crystals of two different colours from one chemical in one flask.
Combating clothing counterfeiters with terahertz technology
09 August, 2013Scientists from the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL), in collaboration with Russia’s Institute of Monitoring of Climatic and Ecological Systems, have shown how a technique called terahertz time-domain spectroscopy (THz-TDS) can be used to identify counterfeit clothing and footwear.
Laser light to analyse lipstick in forensic labs
09 August, 2013Forensic scientists at the University of Kent have used Raman spectrometry to identify 20 brands of lipstick which may be left on everyday items - textile fibres, cigarette butts and tissues - without removing such items from their evidence bags.
GE Healthcare spectrophotometers
01 August, 2013GE Healthcare offers a number of spectrophotometers for widely used applications such as DNA and RNA quantitation, protein concentration determination and cell density measurements.
Exploring exotic energy
29 July, 2013Combining the Standard Model of particle physics with Einstein’s general theory of relativity is a Holy Grail that is now being probed.
Hach DR 900 Handheld Colorimeter
24 June, 2013Hach has developed a multiparameter handheld instrument for testing water in the field - the DR 900 Handheld Colorimeter. The product allows for quick and easy access to the most standard water testing methods and is field ready.
Turn your smartphone into a handheld biosensor
31 May, 2013 by Liz AhlbergOn-the-spot tests for environmental toxins, medical diagnostics, food safety and more can now be performed on smartphones.
Jasco V-630Bio UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
06 May, 2013The V-630Bio UV-Vis spectrophotometer from Jasco features a rugged and compact design, good optical performance, high-speed scanning (190 to 1100 nm) and versatility. Only 0.6 µL of sample volume are required using the one drop accessory.
High-speed discovery helps measure greenhouse gases from space
02 May, 2013Scientists have discovered how to measure greenhouse gases 200,000 times faster as the result of research by an award-winning PhD student from The University of Western Australia (UWA) and a US team.