Evolutionary study finds 300 hidden genes
28 November, 2007
Researchers at Cornell have discovered some 300 previously unidentified human genes and found extensions of several hundred genes already known, according to a study published online in the journal Genome Research.
How the circadian rhythm affects gene regulation
27 November, 2007
In recent years, scientists have discovered that biological clocks help organise a dizzying array of biochemical processes in the body — but exactly how the microscopic pacemakers in every cell in the body exert such a widespread influence has remained a mystery.
Genetics responsible for termite caste system
14 November, 2007
Researchers have discovered that the termite caste system is influenced by genetic inheritance, a finding which could lead to new ways of combating the pest.
Fruitfly genome reveals shortcomings of modern genome analysis
14 November, 2007
Hundreds of scientists from more than 100 institutions in 16 countries have combined to sequence and compare 12 fruit fly genomes, in an effort that has increased researchers ’ understanding of fruit flies but, more importantly, also revealed considerable flaws in the way scientists identify genes.
Drug detection systems
07 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Pathtech Pty Ltd
With just one swipe of the Drugwipe device users can detect the unseen presence of drugs in the workplace. The Drugwipe device provides a screening test for the presence of drugs in saliva, allowing detection of current and very recent drug use. The Drugwipe device reduces testing time, is user friendly, sampling is less intrusive and may be performed anywhere. Users will be able to perform random and point of incident testing.
Pathology tube management system
07 November, 2007 | Supplied by: Ai Scientific Pty Ltd
The PathFinder 900 is a fully automated tube management system that has been designed to manage pre- and post-analytical sorting, decapping, aliquoting, recapping and tracking in a laboratory as well as all storage and tracking requirements.
A gene for moonlight romance?
23 October, 2007
A team of Australian and Israeli researchers has possibly discovered the aphrodisiac for the biggest moonlight sex event on the planet.
Arthritis genes identified
22 October, 2007
A Queensland scientist has discovered two genes responsible for developing a form of arthritis known as ankylosing spondylitis, according to research published in the latest edition of
Human gene array
05 October, 2007 | Supplied by: Millennium Science Pty Ltd
Affymetrix has released the GeneChip Human Gene 1.0 ST Array, the latest addition to its Whole-Transcript (WT) assay-based gene expression product family. With the Human Gene 1.0 ST Array design, each of the targeted 28,869 genes is interrogated by an average of 26 probes targeting exon content spread across the entire length of each gene.
Hybridisation station
05 October, 2007 | Supplied by: Miltenyi Biotec Australia Pty Ltd
The a-Hyb Hybridisation Station from Miltenyi Biotec is a fully automated system for processing diverse microarrays: cDNA microarrays, oligo microarrays, protein arrays, etc - from the first hybridisation step to the dried microarray.
Identifying counterfeit products by their DNA
12 September, 2007
DNA-embedded ink used in packaging may become the solution that authorities and companies need to combat counterfeit products.
High-throughput assay miniaturisation workstation
10 September, 2007 | Supplied by: Beckman Coulter Australia
The Beckman Coulter BioRAPTR FRD microfluidic workstation is available in two configurations - standalone and integrated with Beckman Coulter's PARADIGM Detection Platform, Biomek NXp liquid handler and BRT Robotic Transport. With the addition of the bioRAPTR low-volume workstation, Beckman Coulter's automation capabilities span the complete range of volumes, from tubes to microplates to 3458-well ChemLib plates.
BMG microplate reader
10 September, 2007 | Supplied by: BMG LABTECH Pty Ltd
The BMG Labtech Omega family of multifunction microplate readers feature high resolution and full UV/visible spectrometer-based absorbance. This family of readers combines all of the speed, sensitivity and flexibility needed for life science applications and research.
Discrimination and DNA databases
10 September, 2007 by Janette Woodhouse, Editor
Last month, the South Australian government began accessing the national DNA database. In just the first few days the database has linked suspects to more than 20 unsolved crimes, including rape and assault, some dating back to the 1980s
Fast PCR on any real-time cycler
10 September, 2007 | Supplied by: QIAGEN Pty Ltd
QuantiFast Kits are claimed to deliver faster results in real-time PCR. With time savings of up to 60% on existing cyclers claimed, there is no need for hardware upgrades. In addition, no PCR optimisation is required, even if using previously established assays. Kits are available for SYBR Green or probe-based detection in PCR, two-step RT-PCR and one-step RT-PCR.
