Case Studies
Robots help improve the flow of blood donations
Researchers have found a way to automate the processing of blood donation packs — a concept that was believed to be impossible. [ + ]
Instrument integration without FPGA expertise
Liquid Instruments set out to introduce flexible software-defined instrumentation for easily deploying multiple precision instruments. [ + ]
Lab to measure nanoplastics in the human body
The lab aims to determine whether nanoplastic particles and plastics smaller than 10 µm stay in the body, rather than passing safely through the system. [ + ]
Collaboration between Bürkert and Bovogen improves BSA yield
BSA is the major protein species found in bovine blood plasma and has applications in various life science disciplines. [ + ]
Transferring customised media for COVID diagnostic tests
bioBoaVista has developed a viral transport medium (VTM) for more efficient nasal tests for the diagnosis of COVID-19. [ + ]
Low-field MRI expands access to more patients
Novel MRI technology is set to expand imaging access to patients with implanted medical devices, severe obesity or claustrophobia. [ + ]
New paradigm for the reference laboratory: why CTA Lab invested in digital pathology
Dr Curtis Thompson realised that by adopting a digital workflow, his lab could share whole slide images across multiple locations within its network. [ + ]
BioGenome Project to decode the genomes of all life on Earth
The Earlham Institute has boosted its capability in high-fidelity long-read sequencing to support the Earth BioGenome Project. [ + ]
Qld Environment Dept pioneers cloud-based analytics platform
East Trinity Reserve is serving as a pilot for a cloud-based data and analytics transformation for Queensland's Department of Environment and Science. [ + ]
Peristaltic pump optimises biologics manufacturing
Leanbio's pilot plant is used for a wide range of different products, requiring versatile equipment which also prevents cross-contamination. [ + ]
Enhancing cell line development and streamlining processes
Single-cell technologies are removing barriers and boosting productivity within complex cell line development processes. [ + ]
Philips helps Healius deploy a digital pathology system
Royal Philips has partnered with Healius Pathology to deploy a multisite digital pathology system using Philips' IntelliSite Pathology Solution. [ + ]
Scaling single-use liquid dispensing from R&D to automated production
A growing number of companies are turning to sterile, single-use, closed liquid dispensing systems and kits. [ + ]
Safeguarding Queensland against COVID-19
BGI Australia is the supplier for Pathology Queensland's COVID-19 testing equipment and kits, contributing to safeguarding the people living in Queensland. [ + ]
Digital diagnostic and imaging tech at new Westmead facility
Royal Philips has announced the installation of advanced digital diagnostic and neurovascular imaging solutions at Westmead Hospital's Central Acute Services Building. [ + ]