Redefining the kilogram
29 January, 2018 by National Research FoundationThe standard unit for mass will soon have a new definition.
Krüss ADVANCE surface science software
23 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Scientex Pty LtdADVANCE software is designed to be a universal platform for all KRÜSS measuring instruments and now also supports the high-end K100 tensiometer. The software displays the logical workflow of scientific measurements on an intuitive user interface.
Rheosys Merlin VR Viscometer/Rheometer
22 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Scientex Pty LtdThe Rheosys Merlin VR is a versatile instrument that can easily generate precise data in terms of viscosity, flow curves and yield stress. It is suitable for investigating the mixing, stirring and pumping behaviour of coatings, emulsions and dispersions, as well as for performing conventional flow and viscosity profile experiments.
High-throughput screening just got 10 times faster
19 January, 2018Scientists have made high-throughput screening process, often used in drug discovery, 10 times faster than previous methods.
LabCo electronic pipettor
01 January, 2018 | Supplied by: LabtekThe LabCo electronic pipettor is a versatile, motor-driven pipetting instrument designed to deliver precise performance in liquid handling. Its design and operation are based on the principle of air displacement and use disposable pipette tips.
Attension Theta optical tensiometer
01 January, 2018 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe Attension Theta is a versatile optical tensiometer or contact angle meter used to characterise surfaces and interfaces between gas, liquid and solid phases.
Huber Minichillers and Unichillers
18 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Scitek Australia Pty LtdHuber Minichillers and Unichillers are suitable for environmentally friendly cooling in laboratory and industry applications. There are several air- and water-cooled models available, with cooling powers from 0.3 to 20 kW and efficient energy management.
Technology partnership to treat ANSTO's radioactive waste
14 December, 2017ANSTO and Swedish company Quintus Technologies have formed a new technology partnership that will play a crucial role in treating waste arising from nuclear medicine production.
Kirsch LABEX-Series explosion-proof fridge
01 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Capella ScienceThe Kirsch LABEX-Series is certified to ATEX standards.The unit's interior is intrinsically safe and the whole interior is grounded to avoid static loading. This ensures maximum user safety, combined with temperature uniformity and low deviation across the whole cabinet.
Promega Maxwell modular automated nucleic acid preparation system
23 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Promega Pty LtdPromega has developed a modular automated liquid handling and purification system for its Maxwell nucleic acid preparation, which is said to offer labs more compared to large all-in-one instruments.
Izon Science qVIRO-X nanoparticle measurement system
22 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Particle & Surface Sciences Pty LtdThe Izon qViro-X is a system designed for size, concentration and aggregation data for bacteria, viruses and vaccines. The product directly measures the size of individual nanoparticles in solution, to build up a profile of concentration (viral titre) against size and, therefore, the degree of sample aggregation.
Shape-shifting polymers could improve cancer drug delivery
03 November, 2017UNSW scientists have developed a way to control the shape of polymer molecules so they self-assemble into non-spherical nanoparticles. Their work is expected to improve the delivery of toxic drugs to tumours.
Malvern MicroCal PEAQ-DSC automated system for the characterisation of biomolecule stability
01 November, 2017 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe MicroCal PEAQ-DSC automated system is the latest innovation from Malvern Instruments in differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), a thermal analysis technique for understanding the stability of a protein or other biomolecule.
LIEBHERR Spark-free Laboratory Refrigerator and Freezers for highly explosive and flammable substances
01 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Andi-Co AustraliaLIEBHERR has designed and manufactured purpose-built laboratory refrigerators and freezers with spark-free interiors to eliminate ignition sources inside the unit, and ensure the safe storage of highly explosive and flammable substances in sealed containers.
Creating 2D materials with liquid metal
23 October, 2017RMIT researchers have used liquid metal to create two-dimensional materials no thicker than a few atoms that have never before been seen in nature.
