DNA sequencing platform
09 January, 2008 | Applied Biosystems Pty Ltd
The Solid System DNA sequencing platform is claimed to enable new ways of performing genetic analysis applications.
Rapid test for Campylobacter species
09 January, 2008 | Oxoid Australia Pty Ltd
Oxoid has introduced a rapid colorimetric test for the differentiation of Campylobacter, Helicobacter and Arcobacter species from other bacteria growing on solid culture media. OBIS campy is a simple two-test procedure that determines both Gram status and the presence or absence of L-alanyl aminopeptidase (L-ALA) activity within 2 mins.
Virtual microscopy system for pathology
09 January, 2008 | Olympus Australia Pty Ltd
Olympus has updated its dotSlide digital virtual microscopy system which scans entire slides at high resolution and fidelity, making them accessible and fully navigable anywhere on the globe.
Digesters
09 January, 2008 | Rowe Scientific Pty Ltd
The mineralisation units of the DK series digesters are designed for digesting solid and liquid samples in order to determine the nitrogen/protein content according to the Kjeldhal method. Velp digesters are made up of an aluminium heating block which offers good thermal homogeneity, with a maximum working temperature of 450°C. The block's temperature is controlled by dedicated microprocessor electronics. The temperature probe does not require calibration since the electronics performs self-calibration every time the device is turned on. All of this makes it possible to obtain high test precision and repeatability.
Turbulent flow chromatography columns
06 December, 2007 | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced a line of silica-based TurboFlow columns designed exclusively for use with Thermo Scientific Transcend Systems. The columns provide scientists in clinical research and pharmaceutical analysis the capability to integrate online sample preparation with LC-MS analysis. The TurboFlow XL columns enable researchers to reduce sample preparation time and minimise ion suppression, while providing faster analysis and more confident data.
Documentation camera
06 December, 2007 | Pathtech Pty Ltd
The Spot Insight Camera is a scientific documentation camera which is available with either 2 or 4 megapixel versions.
Laboratory technical support
06 December, 2007 | Pall (Australia) Pty Ltd
Filtration, separation and purification technologies are changing rapidly as manufacturers keep pace with the demanding requirements of both traditional and emerging laboratory applications. Users require technical support that is fast, knowledgeable and readily available. Pall Life Sciences is responding to these needs with the expansion of its Laboratory Technical Support team to provide global, 24-hour-a-day, live technical support.
Growing human embryonic stem cells
06 December, 2007 | Life Technologies
Human embryonic stem cells (hESCs), the building blocks for all cell types in the human body, may be harnessed for potential applications in cell therapy and regenerative medicine. Currently, hESC culture and expansion methods require the use of serum, mouse or human fibroblast feeder layers, or feeder-conditioned medium. These culture methods are labour intensive and hard to scale, and it is difficult to maintain hESCs in an undifferentiated state because of significant sources of variability such as growth factor fluctuations during culture.
Optical sectioning in real time
06 December, 2007 | ZEISS Group
Conventional wide field fluorescent imaging is hindered by the detection of out of focus light above and below the specimen plane being examined. This has limited traditional fluorescent microscopes to a Z-direction resolution of approximately 1 µm. This limitation has spurred the adoption of the laser scanning microscope (LSM) into examination of subcellular biology with the capability of Z-resolutions below 0.5 µm.
Gene-based search tool
06 December, 2007 | Merck
Your Favorite Gene (www.sigma.com/yfg) is a comprehensive, web-based search tool that matches genes of interest against thousands of Sigma-Aldrich research products. This flexible search engine matches 150,000 shRNAs, 725,000 siRNAs, 4000 antibodies, proteins and kits, and 1000 bioactive small molecules to specific genes of interest.
Microtitre plate closures
06 December, 2007 | Lomb Scientific (Aust) Pty Ltd
Two versions of the WebSeal sealing mat are available for use with round and square bottom microtitre plate wells. WebSeal mats are suitable for sealing filter plates.
Liquid GC autosampler
06 December, 2007 | ALPE Pty Ltd
The HT300APlus is a liquid GC autosampler that also supports automated MEPS (micro extraction by packed sorbent).
Laser particle size analysers
06 December, 2007 | Scientex Pty Ltd
Cilas laser particle size analysers include features such as the short optical bench, intuitive software interface and a 2 in 1 design, which effortlessly integrates wet and dry modes in the same system. Cilas particle size analysers work on determination and on control of the particle size in powder matter, in suspension or in emulsion. Their technological solutions meet the needs of many and various fields including: cement, ceramics, manufacturing industries, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, biology and food.
Food contaminant testing method
06 December, 2007 | Applied Biosystems Pty Ltd
Applied Biosystems and its joint venture partner, Sciex, have announced the release of a food testing method intended to help public health laboratories and food manufacturers improve food safety.
Fluorescent secondary antibodies and streptavidin conjugates
07 November, 2007 | BioScientific Pty Ltd
NorthernLights (from R&D Systems) fluorescent secondary antibodies and streptavidin conjugates are bright and resistant to photobleaching.
