New chemistry technique reproduces nature’s elusive complexity
05 October, 2012Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute have shown how to synthesise in the laboratory an important set of natural compounds known as terpenes. The largest class of chemicals made by living organisms, terpenes are made within cells by some of the most complex chemical reactions found in biology.
Remarkable enzyme points the way to reducing nitric acid use in industry
03 October, 2012An enzyme in the bacterium that causes potato scab could help create new, environmentally benign biocatalysts with the potential to cut use of the highly corrosive chemical nitric acid.
Micromeritics 3Flex Surface Characterization Analyzer
01 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Particle & Surface Sciences Pty LtdThe Micromeritics 3Flex Surface Characterization Analyzer is a fully automated three-station mesopore-, micropore- or physisorption-ready instrument, including kypton capability for low surface area materials.
Ampcontrol IQguard fixed toxic and combustible gas detection instruments
30 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol ElectronicsAmpcontrol has announced the release of the IQguard range of fixed toxic and combustible gas detection instruments. The equipment has been targeted to fit applications requiring accurate and reliable gas monitoring where a high degree of safety is required.
Using mass spectrometry to identify proteins at pg/mL levels
24 September, 2012By combining two well-established analytic techniques and adding a twist, researchers have been able to identify proteins from blood with as much accuracy and sensitivity as the antibody-based tests used clinically. The technique should be able to speed up development of diagnostic tests and treatments based on proteins specific to certain diseases.
Fat science - Wollongong Uni and AB SCIEX form lipid analysis partnership
21 September, 2012The University of Wollongong (UOW) and AB SCIEX have formed a research partnership to develop lipid analysis capabilities, including the most definitive and comprehensive identification of double bond position in lipids.
ANU sells time machine
18 September, 2012A SHRIMP IIe advanced geochronology instrument manufactured by ANU spin-off Australian Scientific Instruments has been purchased by Polish and Japanese researchers to investigate the geochronology of the Earth.
Michell Instruments S8000 Remote chilled mirror hygrometer
14 September, 2012The latest sensor design of Michell Instruments’ S8000 Remote chilled mirror hygrometer combines high-accuracy temperature control with new materials to improve reliability and avoid condensation.
WITec alpha300 series TrueSurface microscopy imaging mode
14 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Alphatech SystemsWITec’s TrueSurface microscopy is now available as an integrated option for the company’s alpha300 microscope series. This development enables topographic Raman imaging on large samples for the full range of WITec instruments.
Monitoring post-flood water quality with mass spectrometry
12 September, 2012 | Supplied by: AB Sciex Australia Pty LtdAB SCIEX has announced that the University of Queensland (UQ) is using the company’s mass spectrometry technology to analyse how the devastating floods of 2011 have affected water quality in Australia. Two of 12 AB SCIEX instruments installed at UQ are dedicated to environmental monitoring efforts.
Hydrodyne Systems AquaKing water-testing colorimeter
11 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Novasys Group Pty LtdThe Hydrodyne Systems AquaKing is a compact, portable, 500 g, AC or AA battery-operated water-testing colorimeter for analysis of potable water, wastewater, boiler water and cooling water.
Andor Revolution XD spinning disk confocal system
10 September, 2012 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty LtdThe Andor Revolution XD spinning disk confocal system is a range of flexible system solutions focused on live cell high-speed imaging. At the heart of the system is the CSU-X spinning disk technology from Yokogawa.
Rigaku Supermini200 WDXRF spectrometer
06 September, 2012 | Supplied by: AXT Pty LtdRigaku has announced the release of the Supermini200 wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometer, an enhanced version of the Rigaku Supermini benchtop WDXRF spectrometer.
Industrial Scientific iNet DS mobile kit
03 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Air Met Scientific Pty LtdThe iNet DS mobile kit, which includes a carrying case, 3G/4G wireless router, 12 V truck charging cable and ethernet cable, enables remote maintenance of portable gas detectors using the iNet DS docking station.
Life Technologies FLoid Cell Imaging Station
21 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Life TechnologiesDesigned to remove all of the inherent complexities of capturing and processing three colour fluorescent cell images, Life Technologies’ FLoid Cell Imaging Station’s intuitive user interface allows novices and experts to generate fluorescence cell images in just a few clicks of the mouse.
