EKF Stanbio Chemistry GSP LiquiColor diabetic biomarker test
20 February, 2015 | Supplied by: EKF DiagnosticsEKF Diagnostics has introduced a diabetic biomarker test that provides a 2- to 3-week indicator of average blood glucose. The Stanbio Chemistry Glycated Serum Protein (GSP) LiquiColor test closes the information gap between daily blood glucose testing and the 2- to 3-month HbA1c reading.
Gravity explains why cells are microscopic
18 February, 2015 | Supplied by: American Society for Cell Biology
The average animal cell is 10 µm across - why? Why aren't they bigger?
Tecan Spark 10M multimode microplate reader
18 February, 2015 | Supplied by: Tecan AustraliaThe Spark 10M multimode microplate reader, from Tecan, is designed to offer flexibility and productivity in cell biology and genomics applications. From microbiology research and cell-based assays to rapid DNA quantification, the product delivers a combination of advanced capabilities and ease of use to simplify daily work.
Placental stem cells could treat heart failure
13 February, 2015An international research team has found that stem cells collected from the placenta, which is generally discarded after childbirth, show promise as a treatment for heart failure.
Sheffield NHS lab is sure about CytoSure arrays
09 February, 2015 | Supplied by: Oxford Gene TechnologyFollowing a highly stringent National Health Service (NHS) tender for the supply of oligo-based cytogenetics research arrays, Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust has seamlessly transferred to the CytoSure ISCA 8x60k platform from Oxford Gene Technology (OGT).
A microbial portrait of the New York City Subway system
06 February, 2015
Anthrax and Bubonic plague were among the 637 known bacterial, viral, fungal and animal species identified in the New York City Subway system. Only 12% of the bacteria species sampled are known to have some association with disease, but more interestingly still, 48.3% of the DNA sampled did not match any known organism.
New European project to combat antibiotic resistance
05 February, 2015As the problem of antimicrobial resistance grows worldwide, over 30 European academic partners and five pharmaceutical companies have launched a new project under the New Drugs 4 Bad Bugs (ND4BB) program.
Merck Millipore guava easyCyte 12 flow cytometer
04 February, 2015Merck Millipore offers the guava easyCyte 12 flow cytometer, a simple and powerful benchtop method for multicolour flow cytometry. The system has been shown to detect particles as small as 0.2 μm, which is said to be a significant improvement over typical flow cytometers.
Biological Industries MSC Go hMSC differentiation kits
04 February, 2015Biological Industries (BI) has launched innovative hMSC differentiation kits for research and stem-cell-based therapies. The serum- and xeno-free differentiation kits provide the ability to efficiently differentiate hMSC from various sources into adipocytes, chondrocytes and osteoblasts.
Merck Millipore guava easyCyte 12 flow cytometer
04 February, 2015 | Supplied by: Merck Pty LtdMerck Millipore offers the guava easyCyte 12 flow cytometer, a simple and powerful benchtop method for multicolour flow cytometry. The system has been shown to detect particles as small as 0.2 μm, which is said to be a significant improvement over typical flow cytometers.
Detecting dengue antibodies in saliva
03 February, 2015The Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) at A*STAR has developed a paper-based disposable device that will allow dengue-specific antibodies to be detected easily from saliva within 20 min.
New insight into the origins of lung cancer
02 February, 2015Researchers at Sydney's Centenary Institute are working to find new insights into the origins of lung cancer, in the hope of creating avenues for personalising patient therapy.
PerkinElmer Opal Multiplex Tissue Staining
01 February, 2015 | Supplied by: http://www.perkinelmer.com/au/Catalog/Category/ID/Opal-Multiplex-Tissue-StainingWith Opal Multiplex Tissue Staining, users can achieve robust, specific multiplex tissue biomarker measurement.
PerkinElmer Opal Multiplex Tissue Staining
01 February, 2015 | Supplied by: PerkinElmer (Australia) Pty LtdWith Opal Multiplex Tissue Staining, users can achieve robust, specific multiplex tissue biomarker measurement.
Genetically modified E. coli dependent on synthetic nutrients
28 January, 2015While genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have imparted many benefits on society, they also have the potential to upset natural ecosystems if they were to escape. Physical containment of GMOs is not foolproof, so attention has since turned to biocontainment.
