There and back again — the metamaterial that can switch from hard to soft
25 January, 2017Scientists from the University of Michigan have discovered how to compose a metamaterial that can be easily manipulated to increase the stiffness of its surface by orders of magnitude — the difference between rubber and steel.
Malvern Instruments MicroCal PEAQ-ITC system
25 January, 2017 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe MicroCal PEAQ-ITC from Malvern Instruments offers the latest technology in isothermal titration calorimetery used to measure heat released or absorbed during a biomolecular binding event. It also provides binding kinetics data.
High-quality holograms achieved
24 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Australian National UniversityPhysicists from ANU have invented a tiny device that creates the highest quality holographic images ever achieved.
Clutching at straws: the science of spill prevention
20 January, 2017It doesn't take a genius to know that if you knock a glass of water on its side, the liquid will spill out. However, if you happened to be drinking your water through a thin straw, some of the liquid will be retained within this straw.
Bel-Art – SP Scienceware EcoTensil Disposable Paper Sampling Spoons
20 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Rowe Scientific Pty LtdEcoTensil Disposable Paper Sampling Spoons from Bel-Art – SP Scienceware are made of a coated paperboard that stands up to powders, gels and semisolids.
Futek inline load cell and test and measurement software
17 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdLoad cells give researchers the ability to monitor the force applied to their test specimens. Futek's solution for biomaterial testing includes its inline load cell (LCM Series) paired with instrumentation and software.
Asynt CondenSyn air condenser and adapter kit
12 January, 2017 | Supplied by: LabFriendAsynt has announced a post-pump adapter kit that enables its CondenSyn air condenser to be used as an effective exhaust trap for laboratory vacuum pumps.
Tecan Liquid Handling Arm disposable pipette tip
11 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Tecan AustraliaTecan is simplifying handling of biological fluids with the introduction of a wide bore version of its 1000 μL Liquid Handling Arm (LiHa) disposable tip.
Oven Industries 5R9-355 Temperature Controller (Peltier Effect)
10 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Oven IndustriesOven Industries has introduced to the market the 5R9-355 Temperature Controller (Peltier Effect). The product includes a complete mechanical enclosure with mounting holes, user-friendly keypad menu selections and a vivid LCD display.
Characterising nanomaterials in commercial products
09 January, 2017 | Supplied by: Scientex Pty LtdLGC has been using Postnova Analytics' AF2000 field-flow fractionation (FFF) system, coupled to ICP-MS, to characterise nanomaterials in complex sample matrices for clinical, cosmetic and food use.
Malvern NanoSight NS300 particle-by-particle size and concentration measurement with fluorescence detection
01 January, 2017 | Supplied by: ATA Scientific Pty LtdThe NanoSight NS300 from Malvern Instruments uses nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) to analyse particles in liquids from 10–2000 nm in diameter.
Merck EZ-Fit Filtration Units
22 December, 2016 | Supplied by: Merck Pty LtdMerck's EZ-Fit Filtration Units for microbial enumeration are stackable to save on laboratory space.
AALBORG Instruments Model L Rotameters
16 December, 2016 | Supplied by: Pryde Measurement Pty LtdAALBORG Instruments offers rugged, high-range PTFE/PFA Model L Rotameters constructed of rigid frames and inert wetted parts. Made of PFA, PTFE and PCTFE, the meters are resistant to ambient corrosives.
Pretty MOFs all in a row
08 December, 2016 | Supplied by: CSIROAustralian, Austrian and Japanese scientists have found a way to harness the potential of designer crystals known as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) — said to be the most porous materials on the planet.
A clear view of alien planets
07 December, 2016 | Supplied by: Australian National UniversityAustralian scientists have developed an optical chip for telescopes, allowing astronomers for the first time to take clear images of planets that may support life.
