Quality tissue cutting for Human Protein Atlas Project
22 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher ScientificThe Human Protein Atlas Project is using the Thermo Scientific HM355S automated microtome and Section Transfer System to create high-quality tissue sections during tissue microarray (TMA) production.
Arrow Scientific biological indicators
21 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Arrow ScientificArrow Scientific biological indicators are used for load control monitoring, which is the process by which a load is monitored and released based on the result of a biological indicator.
Inverclyde Biologicals Foetal Cell Detection (FCD) kit
16 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Dutec Diagnostics Pty LtdInverclyde Biologicals offers a kit suitable for the detection of foetal red cells in the maternal circulation (Kleihauer) test. Laboratories processing maternal samples from Rh(D) negative patients will find the kit easy to use when directing on the use of Anti-D immunoglobulin.
Copan Genetics and Crime Scene flocked swabs
16 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Interpath Services Pty LtdCopan has recently extended their DNA Collection and Preservation range. The Genetics range of swabs is suitable for forensics, human identity and paternity. The Crime Scene range is suitable for evidence sample procurement.
Merck Millipore Direct Detect protein quantitation system
14 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Merck Pty LtdMerck Millipore has launched the Direct Detect system for rapid, simplified protein quantitation. The system enables infrared-based measurement of amide bonds in protein chains, an intrinsic component of every protein, without relying on amino acid composition, dye-binding properties or redox potential.
Roche MagNA Pure LC 2.0 system for monitoring DNA in therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibody drugs
07 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Roche Diagnostic SystemsTo ensure product safety, clearance of host-cell DNA is essential when manufacturing therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibody (mAB) drugs. Using the MagNA Pure LC 2.0 System from Roche, scientists have developed and validated an automated process for monitoring clearance of Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cell DNA during the capture and polishing steps, when processing therapeutic proteins and mAB drugs.
Roche improves portfolio for early hepatitis C diagnosis and targeted treatment
07 March, 2012Roche now offers an updated portfolio for the early detection of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and personalised disease management. Its improved diagnostics and patient monitoring tools allow for HCV testing with high performance in early infection and ease of use, allowing clinicians to work efficiently and to suit individual patient treatment.
Ancient penguin DNA is key to conservation
24 February, 2012Conservation of the King Penguin is proving successful following research showing that the species has recovered past genetic diversity in just 80 years, despite a prior threat of extinction.
UWA launches powerful DNA sequencer
23 February, 2012Researchers at the University of Western Australia (UWA) have launched the Hi-Seq Illumina Deep Sequencer, the most powerful platform worldwide for next-generation sequencing. In a single day of use, at the cost of a few thousand dollars, this technology will allow researchers to obtain the sequence equivalent of the entire human genome project.
Neurons change shape after gene therapy
21 February, 2012Gene therapy not only helps injured brain cells to live longer and regenerate, but also changes the shape of the cells, according to researchers at the University of Western Australia.
OGT Genefficiency Rare Disease Sequencing Service
17 February, 2012 | Supplied by: http://www.ogt.co.uk/Oxford Gene Technology (OGT) has extended its Genefficiency Sequencing Service to provide a dedicated service for investigating rare diseases. The optimised version of the service will help investigators and clinicians identify causative mutations quickly, easily and without the need for in-house technical or bioinformatics expertise.
Unscrambling the Devil tumour through genome mapping
17 February, 2012Researchers have mapped the genome of the Tasmanian Devil for the first time, in a crucial step towards understanding the transmissible facial tumours decimating Devil populations and related human cancers.
Innova Biosciences Lightning-Link Rapid Dylight kits
17 February, 2012 | Supplied by: United Bioresearch Products Pty LtdLightning-Link Rapid kits from Innova Biosciences allow antibody labelling reactions to be set up in seconds and used within less than 20 minutes. The range now incorporates the Thermo Fisher DyLight series of dyes.
Schuett ColonyQuant Automated Colony Counter system
15 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Crea Laboratory Technologies Pty LtdThe Schuett ColonyQuant Automated Colony Counter system enables image acquisition and simultaneous evaluation within seconds.
Clinical technique detects flu virus in 40 minutes
14 February, 2012A diagnosis technique developed by researchers at the Riken Omics Science Center (OSC) has succeeded in detecting influenza virus infection in only 40 minutes and with 100 times the sensitivity of conventional methods.
