Robotic protein handling
07 April, 2009 byThe Rigaku Actor robotic protein crystal handling system for automated crystal sample mounting and storage eliminates much of the physical handling of samples by crystallographers during routine screening and data collection in the laboratory or at the beamline.
Isolated heart chamber
07 April, 2009 byThe IH-SR Isolated Heart for Small Rodents from Hugo Sachs Elektronik–Harvard Apparatus is suitable for experiments on mice, hamsters, rats and guinea pigs.
Automated cell counter
06 April, 2009 byThe Countess Automated Cell Counter offers easy and accurate cell counting and viability counts. It produces data on cell cultures in 30 s.
Haematology analyser
06 April, 2009 byThe UniCel DxH 800 Coulter cellular analysis system is designed for mid- to high-volume laboratories. It features high-definition signal processing and multi-angle light scatter, which is claimed to produce more data than traditional haematology analysers. Moving parts are minimised to increase instrument reliability, and the modular design and small footprint make it suitable for smaller laboratories.
Hepatocyte isolation system
06 April, 2009 byThe Worthington Hepatocyte Isolation System has been designed to provide researchers with a reliable, convenient and consistent hepatocyte cell isolation system.
Automated UV/vis colony counter
01 January, 2009Synbiosis has released a multi-application Protocol UV automated colony counting and zone measurement system. This can rapidly and accurately count colonies or image zones illuminated by UV or white light.
Automated gentle tissue dissociator
08 September, 2008The gentleMACS dissociator is a benchtop instrument for the automated dissociation of tissues. The instrument offers programs for a variety of specific applications.
Automated colony counting and zone sizing
08 April, 2008The Synbiosis ProtoCOL automated colony counting and zone sizing systems can be used to speed up testing of antibiotics for therapeutic use and to collect and monitor zone size data for surveillance purposes.
Automated gentle tissue dissociator
07 February, 2008The gentleMACS Dissociator is a benchtop instrument for the automated dissociation of tissues.
Embryonic stem cells
26 June, 2007Researchers at Children’s Hospital Boston have reported a new and efficient strategy, using eggs alone, for creating mouse embryonic stem cells that can be transplanted without the risk of rejection because the cells are compatible with the recipient’s immune system.
HDAC Fluorimetric Cellular Activity Assay
13 March, 2007HDACs are typically found in multiprotein complexes and are tightly regulated by subcellular localisation, phosphorylation, and likely by other mechanisms.
Tissue homogenising kit
08 December, 2006Omni Tip Tissue Homogenising Kits are suitable for PCR, DNA and RNA sample preparation. Each kit is supplied with a 7 mm diameter, 95 mm long stainless steel generator probe and 12 disposable probes.
Automated cell separator
13 November, 2006Robosep is claimed to be the first instrument to provide true 'walk-away' automation of magnetic cell separation. Using column-free technology to isolate cells by either positive or negative selection, Robosep can label and separate up to four samples (volume between 2.5 x 107 and 8 x 109 cells) at one time. Robosep is easily controlled by an integrated colour touch screen and provides its users with the convenience of using EasySep Reagents and disposable tips to eliminate cross contamination.
Cell counter plus analyser systems
11 September, 2006The CASY series of electronic cell sizers not only determine cell counts and cell volume but importantly differentiate viable cells from dead cells, cell debris and cell aggregates.
Live cell manipulator
07 July, 2006Laser tweezers are non-contact tools that use light to trap, move and fuse particles, cells or organisms. An infrared laser beam is focused through an objective lens to create an intense optical radiation field. The resulting photon pressure at the surface of the particle or cell enables the operator to move the cells at will, sorting, separating or collecting the cells as required. By combining the system with an ultraviolet laser, cells can be cut free of surrounding structures enabling micro dissection. Where two cells have been trapped by the laser tweezers, the ultraviolet laser can be used to cut the cell membranes allowing the cells to fuse together. A similar process enables operators to insert particles into the cell, for example fluorescent beads, or to perform targeted transfection into the cells of DNA or proteins.
