Overcoming the limits of optical microscopy - the development of super-resolved fluorescence microscopy
03 December, 2014
When scientists in the 17th century studied living organisms under an optical microscope for the first time, a new world opened up before their eyes. However, optical microscopy was limited by a physical restriction as to what size structures it was possible to resolve. Now, super-resolved fluorescence microscopy has bypassed this limitation.
Phenomenex SecurityGuard cartridge system for GPC column protection
24 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Phenomenex AustraliaPhenomenex has extended its SecurityGuard family of products to include a cartridge-based system that protects any non-aqueous gel permeation chromatography (GPC) column. The cartridge system replaces traditional guard columns, offering a convenient system for protecting GPC columns from the damaging effects of contaminants and microparticulates.
A catalyst to create green pharmaceuticals
24 November, 2014An international research team has developed a more sustainable approach to a bond-forming reaction used in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries. The team used the solvent-free, catalytic reaction to produce high yields of a wide range of amides.
Seeking funding for an Ebola breath test
20 November, 2014Ancon Medical is seeking funding for technology that could screen for Ebola and other diseases, within minutes, through a simple breath test. The company will pursue a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation's New Interventions for Global Health program, which awards up to $10 million for technology that can prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
Alicat Gas Select 5.0 firmware for mass flow meters and controllers
14 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Duff & MacintoshAlicat Scientific has expanded its Gas Select firmware to include a library of up to 130 preloaded gases, referenced to NIST Prop 9 and a utility for defining mixed gas compositions.
Close encounters of a comet kind - Rosetta and Philae's scientific payloads
13 November, 2014In March 2004, the spacecraft Rosetta was launched by the European Space Agency - its mission to orbit and land on the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. To complete the most detailed study of a comet ever attempted, the orbiter carried 11 science experiments and its lander, Philae, carried 10 additional instruments.
Nikon Metrology SMZ1270, SMZ1270i and SMZ800N stereo microscopes
11 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Coherent Scientific Pty LtdNikon Metrology has released three stereomicroscopes: the SMZ1270, a stereo microscope with a large zoom ratio; the SMZ1270i, a version of SMZ1270 with intelligent features; and the SMZ800N, with enhanced optics and operability.
Peak Scientific Precision series GC-dedicated gas generators
03 November, 2014 | Supplied by: Peak Scientific Instruments Pty LtdThe Precision series of GC-dedicated gas generators, from Peak Scientific, are specifically engineered with a space-saving, stackable design and compact footprint, delivering a convenient, dependable and practical solution for GC instrument gas requirements.
Thermo Scientific Q Exactive Focus LC-MS/MS
20 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher ScientificThe Thermo Scientific Q Exactive Focus LC-MS/MS is designed to make the qualitative and quantitative power of Orbitrap-based instruments available to users who use quadrupole time-of-flight (Q-TOF) mass spectrometry or other technologies. Besides comparable quantitative data for frequently detected compounds, it provides a complementary screen of many other compounds from the same injection.
Revealing the structure of matter
14 October, 2014 by Janette Woodhouse
While there is absolutely no scientific evidence that crystals can be used to predict the future or provide protection or healing, they play a critical role in establishing the structure of matter.
Andor Revolution DSD2 confocal microscopy system
14 October, 2014 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty LtdThe Andor Revolution DSD2 is a simple confocal device that delivers good imaging performance. Its simplicity lies in a compact optical design and laser-free operation, providing ease of retrofit to an existing fluorescence microscope or an easy addition to most new models currently available.
In vitro skin test to replace animal testing
14 October, 2014Scientists from Baxter Laboratories have developed an in vitro skin test that could work alongside other alternative methods to help replace animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs in testing for cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Supelco Ascentis Express 2.0 micron UHPLC column line
08 October, 2014 | Supplied by: MerckSupelco has launched the Ascentis Express 2.0 micron, a high-speed, ultrahigh-performance liquid chromatography (UHPLC) column platform based on the Fused-Core particle design. Ascentis Express 2.0 micron Fused-Core particles are designed to provide UHPLC performance while addressing the disadvantages in existing sub-2 micron UHPLC columns.
Peak Scientific Precision modular gas generators
08 October, 2014 | Supplied by: Peak Scientific Instruments Pty LtdPeak Scientific's Precision range of gas generators offers a modular system providing a GC gas solution specific to the user's laboratory needs. Its stackable, space-saving design allows users to make the most of their valuable lab space.
Biotage Extrahera SLE and SPE automation system
03 October, 2014 | Supplied by: John Morris Scientific Pty LtdThe Biotage Extrahera is an automated system for the processing of supported liquid extraction (SLE) and solid-phase extraction (SPE) methods in both plate and column formats, making the system a flexible option for a wide variety of analytical laboratories.
