Bioscience Technology articles from August 2002

Bioscience Technology archives from August 2002

Proteomics platform.
August 1, 2002... Integrated proteomics platform provides high throughput in-gel digestion, sample cleanup and protein identification. The platform consists of the Applied Biosystems Proteomics Solution[TM] Mass Spectrometer System, the PerkinElmer Life...

Integrated high-throughput LC/MSD.
August 1, 2002... Agilent 1100 Series high-throughput liquid chromatography/mass selective detector (LC/MSD) system combines high speed and performance with high capacity and walk-up capabilities, allowing unattended execution of up to 80 well plates. The 1100...

Integrated informatics, modeling platform.
August 1, 2002... The first suite of Windows-based bioinformatics and chemistry applications for the Accelrys Discovery Studio[TM] platform are: Discovery Studio Gene, for viewing editing and analyzing DNA and protein sequences; Discovery Studio ViewerPro[TM], a...

Liquid handling workstation. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... MICROLAB[R] STAR liquid handling workstation offers 4 to 16 independent air-displacement pipetting channels, disposable tips, positive identification, and excellent process control with patented CO-RE technology. Optional internal gripper arm...

High throughput assay system. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... The pIon Evolution product line of high-throughput solubility and permeability assay tools builds upon the PSR4 series with features including an eight tip liquid transfer system, remote monitoring, automated pH mapping, and other improvements....

Confocal upgrade for microscopes. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... The CARV confocal module features a multipoint Nipkow spinning disk within a patented optical path that can be added to a number of epifluorescent microscopes from Nikon, Olympus, Leica and Zeiss. The new CARV features improved light...

Total RNA samples. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... Extensive archive of individual, total RNA samples, features examples prepared from histologically-defined, fresh-frozen tissues. Clinical and pathology data is provided with all RNA. Clinomics total RNA is suitable for use in rigorous gene...

Real-time cell culture monitoring. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... The BioProfile[R] 400 Automated Chemistry Analyzer from Nova Biomedical offers ten measured tests, including glucose, lactate, glutamine, glutamate, ammonium, pH. P[O.sub.2], PC[O.sub.2], sodium, and potassium, plus calculated osmolality, air...

Sterile media dispenser. (Editor's Choice).
August 1, 2002... Pipeline[TM] sterile dispensing instrument combines the advantages of a peristaltic pump with the convenience of a sterile consumable, the Peripette[TM], to provide fast, accurate transfer of sterile liquids. The product is optimized for use...

Detecting Mycoplasma in cell cultures using the ATCC Mycoplasma detection kit. (Tools & Techniques).
August 1, 2002... Mycoplasma are the simplest self-replicating prokaryotes. They contaminate a variety of eukaryotic cells in culture and can lead to detrimental host effects, including chromosomal aberrations, growth changes, alterations in gene expression, and...

Cup facilitates IEF sample loading. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... A cup-loading feature enables easy sample loading into rehydrated IPG (Immobilized pH gradient) strips on the PROTEAN[R] IEF (isoelectric focusing) System. Ideal for the separation of proteins at extreme pH ranges, cup loading improves sample...

Amino acid analogue pipeline. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... RSP Amino Acid Analogues is a fine chemicals company with core synthetic expertise in creating unique amino acid building blocks and scaffolds. Many discovery scientists have contributed new analogues and molecular field suggestions for the 5th...

Centrifugal chromatography system. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The Cyclograph[TM] II Centrifugal Thin Layer Chromatography system has been re-engineered to improve stability and ease-of-use, while meeting CE standards and lowering cost. The system comes with a built-in UV lamp, a hinged lid, and...

SNP genotyping and gene expression products. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Assays-on-Demand products leverage data from Celera Genomics Group, The SNP Consortium, the National Center for Biotechnology Information, and the Japanese SNP database. The products represent a collection of functionally validated,...

Reaction station. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Carousel 6 Place Reaction Station allows chemists to increase productivity of chemistry for larger scale synthesis, including process development and the synthesis of intermediates and building blocks. The carousel will boil six 150 ml flasks...

Human premade northern blot. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... This human premade Northern blot saves researchers time by eliminating the RNA isolation, gel electrophoresis, and Northern transfer steps required in Northern analysis. FirstChoice[TM] Northern Blots provide researchers access to RNA from...

Genomics software platform. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Genomics Knowledge Platform integrates data, applications and researchers in a distributed software infrastructure. Through the use of a model representing the breadth of biology, the platform understands the context of data being integrated,...

Robotic arms. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... QIAGEN[R] BioRobot[R] Twister[TM] I robotic arm systems provide efficient and reliable transfer of microplates and other labware between laboratory instruments. In addition, the robotic arms are versatile plate storage instruments, providing...

DNA Extraction Kits. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... DNA isolation and purification is a critical step in molecular biology procedures. Tecan System's new MagPrep[R] kits for PCR cleanup and genomic DNA extraction automate the isolation of DNA from human blood and the purification of target DNA...

Automated Plate Preparation. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... The Gilson/Cyberlab C-400 Automated Plate Preparation Workstation accommodates 96-, 384-, and 1536-well microplates. In addition to pipetting, plate gripping, and moving capabilities, the C-400 can interface balances, mixers, incubators, plate...

Lab automation system. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... The CRS Dimension4[TM] will enable many labs to perform more than 400,000 tests per day. The new system is based on a paradigm shift in design. In conventional approaches, each test plate must be transported by means of a robot moving along a...

Biomagnetic DNA Purification Instrument. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Combining mixing and separation, the MCB 1200 processing instrument provides biomagnetic purification of genomic DNA, RNA, and proteins. Patented magnetic mixing suspends and mixes magnetic beads without agitating the sample and provides high...

Robotic Dispenser. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... JENCONS Scientific offers the Perimatic[TM] X-Y Robotic Dispenser for automated production filling of containers on an X-Y axis. The unit is offered for applications where precise control and accurate, repeatable deliveries are required....

Automated labware positioners. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Three new automated labware positioners (ALPs) for the Beckman Coulter Biomek[R] FX Liquid Handling System--an Orbital Shaker Kit, a Magnetic Bead Kit, and a 4 x 3 ALP Kit (providing 12 labware positions in the space of only nine). Used alone...

Plate handling, sealing module. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... The TekCel PlateServer[TM] module provides totally automated plate management for drug discovery applications, reducing manual requirements of 8-10 hours to a matter of minutes. The system performs all operations within an inert environment,...

High throughput hit picking. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Hit picking protocol for the MICROLAB STAR liquid handling workstation uses MICROLAB Vector control software. The STAR was programmed to pipette and reformat random hits from a work list while maintaining sample positive identification....

Disposable robotic tips. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Zymark offers 25 [micro]l volume, .384 Array Pipet Tips for the Sciclone Advanced Liquid Handler (ALH). These tips are available both sterile and non-sterile, as well as in racked or nested formats. All Zymark Pipet Tips are Automation...

Robotic liquid handling. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Using air displacement technology for accurate liquid transfers, Xiril features a robotic hand, 1 to 4 tips per arm, up to two arms, liquid level detection with standard disposable tips, and an internal Windows based computer. Other features...

Robotic pipetting system. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... Sias Xantus modular robotic pipetting system combines flexible liquid handling with robotic manipulation. Modular design allows the hardware to be configured and upgraded to suit a range of applications. Xantus can have several arm modules,...

High throughput screening instruments. (Lab Robotics).
August 1, 2002... pION's newest products for high-throughput screening solutions for solubility and permeability include the [micro]Sol Evolution, which increases solubility by 50% and offers features including pH mapping, impurity correction, and SDF support....

Mini Plasmid Prep Kit. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The UltraClean[TM] Standard Mini Plasmid Prep Kit follows an easy spin filter kit protocol and all reagents are ready to use. This kit is less technique dependent than the proprietary 6 Minute Mini Prep Kit and uses standard lysis reagent...

Murine biospecimens. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The company routinely harvests organs, serum and plasma from MPF[TM] rats and mice that are raised in barrier units with fully defined and documented health and genetic profiles. Investigators performing highly specialized research studies...

Transfection Reagent. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... TransIT[R]-Oligo Transfection Reagent is offered for use in the delivery of oligonucleotides into mammalian cell lines. Offering an easy to use protocol and reproducibility, the reagent can be used in the presence of serum, eliminating the need...

Imaging System. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Protein Crystal Imaging System is a fully integrated, computer-controlled, high throughput, variable zoom microscopy system designed for detecting tiny crystals in large fields of view. Unique software enables the system to auto-scan each well...

2-D Tracking Dye. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... 2-D Tracking Dye, for use with 2-D PAGE, especially proprietary 2-D RITE-Gels[TM], accurately monitors the progress of the 2nd dimension gel during the 2-D electrophoresis process, and comes premixed and ready-to-use. AMRESCO, Inc., Solon, OH....

TGF Beta ELISA kit. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... ELISA kit for measuring human Transforming Growth factor Beta-1 (TGF beta 1) consists of a pre-coated 96-well microplate and includes all standards and developing reagents. The kit detects TGF Beta-1 in serum, plasma, cell culture fluid or...

80-well chamber. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Anodized solid aluminum block is sized to fit 1.5 ml micro-tubes. An excellent temperature conductor, it is ideal for ice buckets and hot plates, and provides a stable working platform. The chamber cools down fast and holds its temperature for...

Time-Resolved Fluorescence Microplate Reader. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... NanoScan Fluorescence Lifetime Microplate Reader combines the use of a dye laser with broad excitation range from UV to NIR, special detection optics, and nanosecond level time-resolution. Time gated fluorescence detection (TRF) provides the...

PCR sample refrigeration. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The Eppendorf[R] PCR-Cooler acts as a cooling block, maintaining samples at 0 C for over one hour. Tubes of 0.2 or 0.5 ml capacity are kept at temperatures between 0 and 7 C for approximately two hours at an ambient of C. Tubes can be inserted...

CDS/LIMS interface software. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... [LimsLink.sup.CDS] software provides secure, bi-directional interfacing between the EZChrom Elite[TM] Chromatography Data System and any LIMS. In many cases, bi-directional communication can take place without creating additional files outside...

Immunohistochemistry Kits. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Rodent tissue IHC Kit provides immunohistochemical (IHC) staining of tissues from species closely related to the primary antibody-producing species. The biotinylated secondary antibodies have been treated by solid-phase adsorption against...

PCR-based screening assays. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Two new PCR-based screening assays are now available for the detection of contamination of cell cultures by mycoplasmas. Mycoplasma Detection PCR detects 20 species of mycoplasma and acholeplasma, including those most commonly associated with...

Nerve Terminal Stain kits. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Nerve Terminal Stain kits, developed for in vitro studies, are available in three formats, each employing a different amphiphilic styryl pyridinium dye for visualization of vesicles with low background. Staining Kit-I employs SynaptoGreen[TM]...

Cross Reactive Protein assay. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... IMUCLONE[R] ELISA test kit is now available for the quantitative determination of Cross Reactive Protein (CRP) in serum, plasma, or any other biological fluid. Increasing and elevated levels of CRP have been investigated to potentially predict...

Swinging Bucket Rotor. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... SW 32 Ti Swinging Bucket Rotor, for use with Beckman Coulter Optima[TM] L series ultracentrifuges, is a titanium unit that features a top-loading bucket design, eliminating the potential for mishooks. It can be placed in the centrifuge before...

DNA sequencing and magnetic separation. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... Magnetic separation facilitates liquid handling and allows for direct manipulation of target molecules bound to the solid phase. Streptavidin-Coupled Dynabeads[R] were traditionally used for template preparation prior to DNA sequencing. But the...

Manual Cycle Sequencing Kit. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... USB Corporation's Thermo Sequenase Dye Primer Manual Cycle Sequencing Kit is offered for use with high resolution fluorescence scanners. The kit allows sequencing directly from bacterial colonies, M 13, or lambda plaques. Templates require no...

DNA labeling reagents. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... Marker Gene Technologies, Inc. provides reagents and systems for DNA/RNA labeling and fluorescence detection. Among the new dyes available for oligonucleotide labeling and sequencing are: 5(6)-Carboxyrhodamine 110 (M0641), Pyrene 1-Sulfonyl...

DNA Sequencing System. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... LI-COR[R] Biosciences DNA Sequencing System delivers long reads with high accuracy. Multiple labeling options, including IRDye[TM] labeled terminators and IRDye labeled primers, afford flexibility. Bi-directional sequencing using forward and...

Genetic Analysis System. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... CEQ[TM] 8000 Genetic Analysis System automates and integrates the majority of genetic analysis functions in one flexible system. With one gel, one array and one software platform, users can perform DNA sequencing, heterozygote detection,...

Genomic sequencing services. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... GenomeVision[TM] Services, a Genome Therapeutics Corp. business, offers commercial services for genomics-based research. We are a source of industrial--scale genomic sequencing that represents the commercialization of a core technology that has...

Universal Primers. (DNA Sequencing).
August 1, 2002... DY-780-P Universal Primer is a fluorescent label designed for excitation by infrared diode laser (780 nm) and activated as phosphoramidite. It can be used for covalent coupling to the 5'-end of DNA-oligomers during automated synthesis. The...

Mini microfilters. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... With as little as 10 nL added to flow-path volume, Mini Microfilter Assemblies protect components in capillary systems without distorting chromatographic results, even at nanoliter flow rates. Upchurch Scientific, Oak Harbor, WA. 360-679-2528;...

Reverse osmosis system. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... DIamond RO Reverse Osmosis System purifies water for glassware washing or feeding proprietary ultra-pure water systems such as the NANOpure[R] Diamond[TM], EASYpure[R] or E-pure. Barnstead International, Dubuque, IA. 800-553-0039; barnstead.com...

Matrix metalloproteinase assay kits. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Quantizyme[TM] MMP-2 Assay Colorimetric and the MMP-2 Fluorescent Assay kits are offered for screening MMP-2 inhibitors. MMPs are implicated in inflammation, arthritis, emphysema, and multiple stages of tumor initiation, growth and...

Stackable Shakers. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Stackable incubator shakers solve conserve limited floor space. Smallest in the line is the Innova[R] 4200 Series, accommodating test tubes and flasks to 4 L. They can be used on the bench or stacked two high on the floor. Larger-capacity 4400...

Chemiluminescence imaging system. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The Omega 16ic[TM] Chemiluminescence Imaging System integrates proprietary Dual Wave[TM] Technology along with 30 to 100% electronic user adjustable intensity into a transilluminator and EPI lighting. All system functions are controlled by a...

Digital shakers. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Orbit digital shakers allow set and display of time and speed. The shakers withstand the stress of continuous operation, even in a cold room or incubator. Small variable speed vortex mixers accept microtubes and microplates. Midsize...

IEF Anode, Cathode Buffers. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Isoelectric Focusing buffers are offered for protein research. They Anode and Cathode, ready-to-use concentrates that produce consistent results. Conveniently packaged 20X IEF buffer means that there is more product, which takes up less shelf...

Electronic pipettor. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The eLINE[R] single channel pipettor family features a new macro volume e5000 pipettor for the volume range of 100-5000 ml. The 5000 ml unit provides as many as 11 easy-to-program protocols. The wide volume range enables up to 50 multiple...

Phosphorylation purification kit. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... PhosphoProtein Purification Kit offers complete separation of phosphorylated proteins from cell lysates. Affinity chromatography columns, buffers, and reagents provide efficient purification. Ultrafiltration devices allow subsequent...

CD138 antibodies. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... CD138 is a cell surface heparin sulfate proteoglycan of 200 kD, which is widely known as Syndecan-1. In humans, CD138 is expressed by epithelial cells in a number of tissues, and also very strongly by both normal and malignant plasma cells. Due...

Spectrophotometer. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Aquanova spectrophotometer provides rapid environmental analysis using a range of chemistries. Building on the foundation of the proprietary 6300 series, the low-cost system, developed for routine analysis, comes with dedicated on-board...

Rhodamine conjugates. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Rhodamine Red[TM]-X (Molecular Probes) is offered conjugated to a range of secondary antibodies and immunochemicals. These conjugates contain a spacer arm that extends the dye away from the protein for better fluorescence performance. They have...

Microarray kit. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Arabidopsis microarray kits offer more than 14,800 plant gene sequences derived from public domain databases. The specific gene sequences contained on one industry-standard glass slide will enable conduct of high-content, genomewide screening...

Optical bottom plates. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... NUNC[TM] Coverglass Optical Bottom Plates have an optically clear bottom, providing enhanced sensitivity for visualizing well contents. Readability is assured in Laser-Induced Fluorescence (LFI), Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy (FCS) and...

Osteocalcin antibody. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Osteocalcin bone matrix protein and is predominantly synthesized by osteoblasts. Osteoblast deposits, at the extracellular, non-collagenous matrix of the bone, produce the majority of osteocalcin. Expression of osteocalcin protein can be...

Vertical electrophoresis. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Dual Adjustable Mega Gel Vertical Electrophoresis unit allows simultaneous screening of up to 200 samples. It features a wide format and is dual sided, making it useful for high-throughput microsatellite mapping. Applications include SSR...

UV/Vis software. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... UV WinLab[TM] V4.00 software guides users through simple steps for method development, results analysis, and reporting functions. Built-in password-protected access locks methods and prevents unauthorized users from changing method parameters....

Capillaries for multidimensional LC-MS. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Flexible KAPPA[R] capillary columns facilitate execution of rapid multidimensional LC-MS applications. The columns are manufactured to guarantee packed-bed uniformity and consistent flow rates. The design features a 100 x 0.18 mm fused silica...

Benchtop centrifugal concentrators. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... CentriVap Benchtop Centrifugal Concentrators rapidly concentrate multiple small samples. Large chamber holds sufficient samples for high throughput. Microprocessor-controlled 300-watt heater speeds evaporation with a constant amount of heat up...

Digital imaging systems. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... View, capture and document high-resolution images with the MultiDoc-It[TM] System. A compact unit for imaging gels, plates and membranes, the system features a digital color camera, darkroom, UV transilluminator and proprietary software. The...

Antibody labeling system. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Zenon[TM] One technology is a proprietary system that provides a fast, reliable method for producing antibody conjugates, even with sub-microgram amounts of starting material. Antibody complexes formed using this technology may be used to stain...

Portable Autoclave. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... MLS-Series high-pressure autoclave is offered for on-demand sterilization in biotechnology, pharmaceutical and university laboratories. The self-contained, top-loading unit is available in 50-liter and 75-liter capacities. For culture...

Biological safety cabinet. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The Baker Company offers a new walk-in/reach-in biological safety cabinet for large robotic liquid handling systems and high throughput screening applications. The BioPROtect[R] II cabinet is useful where Class 100 air is essential and...

Archive DNA at room temperature. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... CloneSaver[TM] Cards, in 96-well format, use a unique, proprietary solid-phase matrix to capture and stabilize BAC or plasmid DNA in one easy step for immediate use or long-term storage at room temperature. When bacterial cultures, re-suspended...

Robot mounted pin tools. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... handling from 2 nl to 5 ml with CV's averaging 5%, these floating pin tools mount on all platforms and transfer aqueous and DMSO solutions, DNA and antibodies in 96, 384 or 1536 format. V&P Scientific, Inc., San Diego, CA. 800-455-0644;...

TLR10 monoclonal. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Monoclonal antibody is specific for Toll-Like Receptor 10 (TLR10). TLRs are transmembrane proteins that regulate transcription and stimulate immune function through the MyD88/IL-1 Receptor Associated Kinase (IRAK) pathway in response to...

Pipet tips. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... SoftFit.L pipet tips, available with or without the ART self-sealing barrier in 20 m l, 200 m l, and 1000 m l volumes, are pre-sterilized and certified RNase-, DNase-, DNA, and pyrogen free. Molecular BioProducts, Inc., San Diego, CA....

Laser Capture Microdissection. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... PixCell[R] IIe Laser Capture Microdissection System includes a redesigned optical system that provides sharp images for microdissection of individual cells and multicellular structures from fixed tissue sections or cytological samples....

Fume Extractor Arm. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... The Miniarm FX is a jointed, articulating fume extractor arm that can be mounted on the wall, ceiling, or directly to a workbench. Its main sections are constructed of aluminum while the joints are comprised of polypropylene plastic, adding...

Mouse and Neonatal Rat Adaptor. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Cunningham[TM] Mouse and Neonatal Rat Adaptor simplifies surgery on mice and rat pups. It attaches neatly to the proprietary 51600 series Lab Standard and other brands of stereotaxic instruments, creating a surgery table that is both easy to...

Sodium Heparin Tubes. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... Sodium Heparin plastic VACUETTE[R] blood collection products, are virtually unbreakable tubes available in 13 x 75 mm and 13 x 100mm sizes with 4 ml and 6 ml collection sizes, respectively. They come with either a twist cap or pull cap design....

HPLC autosampler series. (New Products).
August 1, 2002... HPLC autosampler based on the Shimadzu SIL-10A, the SIL-10AF includes a fast injection pretreatment routine that reduces sampling time by 30% with no loss of precision. The SIL-10AP is the prep version and comes standard with a 5 ml syringe and...