Optimizing Methods in Microtissue Cultivation 02 Sep 2010: This application note shows that InSphero’s GravityPlus technology (patent pending) enables the generation of various microtissue models using either cancer-derived cells to reconstitute tumor tissues or primary cells to mimic structure and function of diverse organs. INTEGRA Biosciences AG
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First Isolation of Full-Length BRCA2 Protein to Assist in Ovarian and Breast Cancer Research 01 Sep 2010: Using Bio-Rad Mini-PROTEAN® TGX™ Precast Gels, Dr Ryan Jensen of the University of California, Davis and colleagues report the first purification of full-length BRCA2 protein. Proper study of the product of the BRCA2 gene, mutations of which lead to breast and ovarian cancers, has eluded research groups for years due to challenges preventing its purification. Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc.
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Rapid His-Tag Purification of Recombinant Proteins Using Dionex ProPac IMAC Columns 01 Sep 2010: This application note demonstrates that the Dionex ProPac IMAC column can be used to successfully and rapidly purify His-Tagged recombinant proteins from cell-free extracts harvested from up to 1 L of E. coli fermentation cultures. Purification time may be reduced further through the application of a more concentrated sample with a smaller sample volume. Dionex Corporation
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Non-Destructively Analyze the Spectra of Many Types of Microscopic Samples
01 Sep 2010: The 308 PV™ UV-visible-NIR spectrophotometer from CRAIC Technologies is designed to be added to an open photoport of a microscope or probe station and analyze the spectra of many types of microscopic samples non-destructively. CRAIC Technologies
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QIAsymphony RGQ® Sets New Standards for Molecular Testing 01 Sep 2010: The QIAsymphony RGQ® from QIAGEN is a novel and flexible automated system for molecular testing, incorporating all workflow steps from sample to detection. This new and complete workflow solution is comprised of modules that can be used as stand-alone systems or combined into a fully integrated system. QIAGEN
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New Resource for Evaporative Sample Preparation
01 Sep 2010: Genevac presents a new web-resource that brings together the latest technological innovations, applications advances and links to references that detail the current scope of evaporative sample preparation techniques as used in clinical and diagnostic testing which improve efficiency and data quality in the laboratory. Genevac
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Exhibitors Confident in the Run-Up to BIOTECHNICA 2010 31 Aug 2010: The biotech industry is setting its sights on Hannover, where exhibitors and visitors from all over the world will convene this autumn at BIOTECHNICA 2010 from 5 to 7 October. A plethora of small, highly specialized firms will exhibit in Hannover alongside numerous companies and industry leaders, including Eppendorf, Qiagen, Sartorius and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Deutsche Messe AG
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New Graphical Editor with tiamo™ 2.2 Titration Software
31 Aug 2010: Tiamo™ 2.2 from Metrohm is the latest version of leading software for titration and now enables control of thermometric titrations. New commands have also been implemented for efficient use of automated titrations systems. Metrohm AG
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ThermoFlex Recirculating Chiller Series Offers Increased Cooling Capacity
31 Aug 2010: Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. launches the Thermo Scientific NESLAB ThermoFlex Series of Recirculating Chillers. The ThermoFlex line offers a wide variety of options and cooling capacities that can be configured for diverse applications in markets such as aerospace, industrial, laser, medical, printing and semiconductor processing. Thermo Fisher Scientific
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New Resolux™ HPLC Columns for Peptide Purification 31 Aug 2010: The new Resolux™ HPLC column line from Biotage delivers purification solutions for very short peptides up to large chains by offering consumables in three different pore sizes. The new line will be available in three different surface chemistries, covering the range from hydrophobic peptides to hydrophilic. Biotage
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