Bioscience Technology articles from March 2004

Bioscience Technology archives from March 2004

Non-biological cell attachment surface on bottles, flasks.
March 1, 2004... CellBIND[TM] culture surface (Corning Inc. Life Sciences) incorporates a patented technology that uses a microwave process for treating the cell culture surface. This process incorporates significant amounts of oxygen into the cell culture...

Ultrasonic microplate processing.
March 1, 2004... Multi-element probes provide ultrasonic processing of samples in 96 well, deep-well plates. The probes deliver ultrasonic intensity directly into the sample--no energy is lost. The complete assembly is approximately 260 mm long, and can be...

Microfluidic cell-assay system.
March 1, 2004... The LabChip 3000 Drug Discovery System performs unattended biochemical and cell-based screening assays using Caliper Life Science's microfluidic chips. The entry level LabChip 3000 Development Station is a basic system that is fully upgradeable...

Parallel solution phase synthesizer.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... Solution parallel solution phase synthesizer features 2 sizes of septum-sealed reactors, coaxial probes and an enclosed work area flushed with nitrogen that allows reliable performance of sensitive reactions. The Solution can automatically...

Gel documentation system.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... [InGenius.sup.12] gel documentation system, inside its own compact darkroom with space saving sliding doors, comes with a 1392 x 1040 pixel resolution and 12-bit CCD camera, and provides separation when analyzing close-banded gels. Patented EDR...

Robotic protein crystal image analysis.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... Designed to fit on a lab bench, the RoboMicroScope[TM] I (RoboDesign International, Inc.) is a fully modular and expandable protein crystal imaging and analysis system. An extensive list of options allows the system to be configured to meet a...

Microplate reader.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... [Safire.sup.2] (Tecan) fully modular mono-chromator-based microplate detection system provides a range of high-speed fluorescence techniques. Detection modules are available for top and bottom fluorescence intensity measurements, fluorescence...

Research bioreactors.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... Biostat[R] B-DCU provides independent control of up to four culture vessels and a touch screen panel that allow complex system configurations, from process inputs to control loops, including special gas blending strategies. Documented...

AFM provides label-less single molecule recognition.(Editor's Choice)
March 1, 2004... PicoTREC[TM] Topography and RECognition imaging system (Molecular Imaging Corp.) combines real-time detection of molecular recognition events and single-molecule sensitivity with the imaging capability of the Atomic Force Microscope. It can be...

Expression profiling technology facilitates unbiased differential expression analysis and correlative gene discovery.(Tools & Techniques)
March 1, 2004... Gene expression profiling has become a valuable tool and standard protocol in most laboratories. A variety of technologies have evolved for differential gene expression profiling. Microarray hybridization, (1-2) reverse transcriptase PCR...

Web-based microarray tool.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... Coming Incorporated and Promega Corporation have introduced an online tool that allows printing groups and microarray end-users to verify the quality of the cDNA labeling reaction prior to hybridization. The calculator is an extension of...

Single array for human genome expression analysis.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... GeneChip[R] brand Human Genome U133 Plus 2.0 Array provides the protein-coding content of the human genome on a single microarray. The HG-U133 Plus 2.0 Array analyzes the expression level of nearly 50,000 RNA transcripts and variants with 22...

Binding interaction measurement.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Applied Biosystems 8500 Affinity Chip Analyzer uses surface plasmon resonance (SPR) technology in a SpotMatrix chip format to facilitate high-throughput affinity analysis and kinetic characterization. Up to 400 binding interactions can be...

Mouse oligo microarray.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... Agilent Mouse Oligo Microarray Kit G4121A provides the ability to conduct genome-wide profiling research to better understand adverse drug reactions, physiological effects of toxins and toxic substances, and to study genetic diseases such as...

Automated high throughput sample prep and hybridization service.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... GeneXP Biosciences, Inc. offers high-throughput gene-expression profiling using automation of Ambion's 96-well MessageAmp[TM] process for RNA amplification and labeling. Sample preparation and hybridization processing are performed in 96-well...

Polymer and glass microarray slides.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... NUNC[TM] microarray slides are made with high quality polymer or glass and are available with a number of different surface chemistries for nucleic acid, protein, cell and tissue applications. Polymer slides are offered in black to minimize...

Grape Genome Oligo Set.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... Grape (Vitis vinifera) Array-Ready Oligo Set contains 14,562 70 mer probes representing grape gene transcripts, and is a tool for microarray analysis of grape gene expression. Each probe is melting-temperature normalized and includes a 5' amino...

Antibody microarrays.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... FAST[R] Quant TH1/TH2 antibody arrays provide quantitative detection of nine cytokines in each of 56 samples on standard nitrocellulose coated glass slides, in a familiar microplate footprint. The arrays can be processed with single or...

Yeast RNA Purification Kit.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... MasterPure[TM] Yeast RNA Purification Kit provides the reagents necessary to purify RNA from fungal cell types, including: Candida, Saccharomyces, Schizosaccharomyces, and filamentous fungi, in about 40 minutes. Rapid desalting process removes...

High content screening reader.(Array Focus)
March 1, 2004... ArrayScan[R] [V.sup.TI] HCS Reader from Cellomics, Inc., an automated high content screening platform, is a modular, integrated system for large-scale cell biology research using fluorescent cell-based assays. The complete system provides...

RT-PCR expression profiling.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... MultiGene-12[TM] Kits profile the expression of eleven closely related genes by RT-PCR in up to eight different experiments simultaneously. The eight identical twelve-tube strips contain carefully designed and tested gene-specific primer sets...

High through-put PCR Clean-up.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... UltraClean-htp[TM] PCR Clean-up Kit for high throughput purification of PCR products processes one 96 well plate in 15 minutes. The kit can purify DNA from 60 bp to 10 kb in size with complete removal of primer dimers up to 50 bp. An optimized...

DNA Polymerase, PCR Master Mixes.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... FideliTaq[TM] DNA Polymerase combines Taq DNA Polymerase with a high fidelity, proofreading polymerase. This enzyme increases amplification fidelity and allows for amplification of long PCR product as well. Pre-mixed formulations of FideliTaq...

PCR reaction vessels.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... Thermowell GOLD disposable PCR tubes (0.2 ml and 0.5 ml) have long cap flanges to prevent accidental cap opening and sample evaporation during thermal cycling. The tubes also feature ultra thin walls of uniform thickness to accelerate heat...

Plasmid DNA purification.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... Eppendorf[R] Perfectprep[R] Plasmid 96 Vac incorporates a modified alkaline lysis and optimized DNA binding matrix to purify plasmid DNA in a 96-well format. Vacuum filtration is used to produce a plasmid-containing cleared lysate from which...

Real Time PCR kit.(PCR Focus)
March 1, 2004... The FailSafe[TM] Real-Time PCR System for well-based instruments, and the FailSafe Real-Time PCR Capillary System for glass capillary instruments, combine the fidelity of the FailSafe PCR Enzyme Mix and PCR-optimizing PreMixes with SYBR[R]n I...

Automated workstation.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Biomek[R] NX workstation (Beckman Coulter) has a smaller footprint than, and uses the same automated labware positioners (ALPs) as, the company's Biomek FX. Eight-probe and multichannel pipetting choices include pipetting capabilities down...

Washer for 384-well plates.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Elx405[TM] HT washer for 384-well microplates features the processing speed, carrier design and footprint to facilitate integration into automated systems requiring high-throughput washing. Patented Dual-Action[TM] manifold design provides...

Spectrophotometer integrates in automated system.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... Thermo Electron Corp. has announced that its Multiskan[R] Spectrum microplate spectrophotometer is now fully compatible with CRS POLARA, Thermo's open architecture laboratory automation software. The Multiskan Spectrum can be integrated with...

Spectrophotometer.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... Operating software V 3.0.0 for the NanoDrop[R] ND-1000 spectrophotometer (NanoDrop Technologies) features dedicated modules for protein and cell density measurement along with user account management capability. Protein concentration can be...

Filter plates.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... Millipore [MultiScreen.sub.HTS] filter plates are offered for use with automated workstations. One-piece design facilitates use with robotic gripper arms and stackers. The plates feature rigid sidewalls for robotic gripper arms, and provide...

High throughput nanoliter pipetting.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... The mosquito[TM] nanoliter liquid handling system can pipette accurately and reproducibly throughout the 50 nl-1.2 [micro]l volumetric range producing CVs of Use InfoLINK 4C1225 or Call 800-287-0633 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

MMP-14 fluorimetric Assay.(HTS Assays, Instrumentation, Accessories Focus)
March 1, 2004... MMP-14 fluorimetric Assay kit is a complete system for measuring protease activity of Matrix Metalloproteinase-14. The kit measures protease activity using a highly-quenched fluorescent substrate, making it useful in high-throughput inhibitor...

Liquid handling workstation.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Biomek 3000 Laboratory Automation Workstation is suited for systems biology-focused genomic, proteomic and cell-based research, and extends Biomek capabilities to new applications in academia and forensics. Small instrument size allows it...

Single channel pipette.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Eppendorf Research[R] 10 ml pipette and tip system delivers volumes from 1 to 10 ml into a variety of vessels. This introduction expands the pipette tip program to cover a volume range from 0.1 [micro]l to 10 ml. Features of the 10 ml...

Disposable glass centrifuge tubes.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Disposable glass centrifuge tubes are made from are made from Pyrex[R] Type I borosilicate glass. These disposable glass tubes feature consistent and uniform wall thickness, a well-formed conical tapered tip and durable tip radius. The conical...

Digital circulators.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... ED Economy Series circulators are equipped with keypad and digital PID temperature control features/functions. Set-point can easily be entered via keypad. These units have an adjustable over temperature or dry-running protection function. The...

Scientific light sources.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Deuterium lamps are available for use with spectrophotometers from: ABI * Agilent * B&L * Beckman * Bio-Rad Dionex * HP * Hitachi * Jasco * Knauer * PE Shimadzu * Thermo * Varian * Waters Tel: 201-236-9300 * fax: 201-236-2277 Web site:...

NI LabVIEW 7 Express for Tektronix oscilloscope.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Quickly solve your design challenges and efficiently automate your tests by combining the advanced analysis and automation capabilities of NI LabVIEW 7 Express and the high-precision measurements of Tektronix oscilloscopes. For more information...

Capillary Electrophoresis brochure.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Beckman Coulter has just published a 12-page brochure on its P/ACE MDQ Capillary Electrophoresis (CE) product line. The unique, modular design of this system makes it ideal for a wide range of applications in research, methods development and...

Liquid nitrogen vapor phase storage systems.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... CBS ISOTHERMAL liquid nitrogen vapor phase storage systems allow frozen sample storage at liquid nitrogen temperatures without liquid nitrogen contact. This innovative design provides storage temperatures in the -190 C range with absolutely no...

Vapor pressure osmometer.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... The Vapro vapor pressure osmometer covered in this brochure provides fast, simple determination of osmolality. Multiple functions are selected from its simple, logical menu. Wescor, Inc. Use InfoLINK 4C1703 or Call 800-287-0633 ...

FPC personnel consultants.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... FPC is a national network of executive search firms. The company has been providing human resource solutions since 1959. Advocates for both companies and candidates FPC recruiters are committed to bringing together the right candidate with the...

Infectious disease antibodies.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... ViroStat, Inc. is a primary manufacturer of infectious disease antibodies and recombinant antigens, including monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies to food-borne pathogens, respiratory viruses, STD agents, hepatitis viruses and Strap A among...

Olympus MicroSuite[TM] B3 biological suite.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Software package offers general and advanced imaging functions for demanding biological applications. Features user-friendly GUI, integrated image acquisition, multiple fluorescence capture, image montaging, extended focal imaging, manual and...

New 2004 immunology research catalog.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Updated catalog of cytokine ELISA kits; cytokine ELISA construction kits; recombinant cytokines; growth factors; monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies to cytokines and CD markers; matched antibody pairs; and custom immunological services now...

New peptide catalog 2004-2005.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... American Peptide Company has earned a reputation for being a reliable source of quality peptides for research and clinical applications for the past 15 years. We have the capacity to manufacture peptides for all stages of the drug development...

2004 Scienceware[R] catalog from Bel-Art Products.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... The new 2004 Scienceware[R] catalog from Bel-Art Products is now available with over 180 pages of innovative, useful and economical items for your laboratory. The new catalog features hundreds of exciting new products, color-coded sections and...

Ergonomic lab chair quick-ship program.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... BioFit[R] Engineered Products offers immediate shipping on ergonomic chair models for laboratories. If BioFit cannot ship within two working days (after credit approval), BioFit pays the freight. Check our Ship Now! catalog for details. BioFit...

Sartorius lab product catalog now available.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Sartorius has published a new product catalog that includes a comprehensive overview of products including ultra-micro to basic balances and scales, metrology products, pH meters, a water detection system and nationwide service capabilities....

Protein expression, analysis, extraction.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... 2004-2005 Novagen[R] Catalog features products for: * Protein Expression * Protein Analysis * Protein Extraction * Protein Purification * Cloning & PCR * High Throughput Systems * Tissues & Libraries *...

Biological buffers, fluorescent compounds.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... 2004-06 Catalog offers high purity biological buffers, reagent biochemicals, fluorescent compounds and enzyme substrates with updated specifications. Products include HEPES, Tris, MES, Bis-Tris, MOPS Na, MOPSO, DTT, Red-Gal, X-Gal,...

Custom antibody and purification service.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... Strategic BioSolutions provides custom antibody production and purification services including antisera production, hybridoma development, ascites production, supernatant production, purification, fragmentation, and conjugation. Strategic...

Cartesian robots.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Parker XRS Systems, pre-engineered cartesian robots, offer off the shelf multi-axis solutions for liquid handling, microarrays and liquid dispensing. Over 120 standard XY and XYZ systems are available with payloads up to 25 kg and work areas to...

UV resistant pipette.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... The Nichipet EX features a UV Resistant polymer body and is available in 8 different capacities ranging from 0.12 [micro]l to 1-10 [micro]l. All the units can be autoclaved and have an ergonomic design. Nichiryo America, Inc. Use InfoLINK...

Electronic pipette.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... EDP1[TM] electronic single-channel pipette (Rainin Instrument) incorporates the LTS[TM] LiteTouch[TM] Tip Ejection System to provide comfortable and versatile pipetting while reducing the risk of RSIs. Ten models cover volume ranges from 0.5...

Mini PCV tubes for measuring biomass.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... The TPP mini PCV tube is a disposable microtube for rapid assessment of biomass in cell cultures. Measuring PCV (packed cell volume) is a rapid method for quantifying cells in small samples of blood. The tubes fit into standard lab...

Pipetting workstation.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Sias Xantus modular robotic pipetting system combines flexible liquid handling with robotic manipulation. Xantus can have several arm modules, and each arm can carry up to 8 pipetting tips or a robotic handler. Multi-level application software...

Precision pipette tips.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Hamilton AdvanTip Precision Pipette Tips are used with the company's SoftGrip[TM] pipettes to ensure fit, accuracy and performance. Hamilton pipette tips are recommended for use with SofTouch[TM] electronic pipettes. Universal pipette tips also...

Caspase detection.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... The fluorescent caspase-inhibitor detection kits contain cell-permeable, noncytotoxic peptides which bind to activated caspases. These peptides are labeled with either carboxyfluorescein (FAM) or sulforhodamine (SR). The cresyl violet (CV) kit...

Annexin V.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... In normal cells phosphatidylserine (PS) is sequestered along the inner surface of the cytoplasmic membrane. During apoptosis PS is redistributed along the outer surface of the membrane where it can be bound by the annexin V protein. ATCC's...

TUNEL.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... ATCC's TUNEL kits use terminal deoxynucleotide transferase (TdT) to incorporate biotinylated dNTPs onto the free 3'-OH ends of the fragmented DNA that is characteristic of cells in apoptosis. The biotin groups are then recognized by a variety...

Mitochondrial membrane potential.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... The fluorescent cationic dye in ATCC's Mitochondrial Potential Assay Kit forms an orange-red compound in normal cells but remains green when the mitochondrial membrane potential breaks down early in the apoptotic process. Both forms can be...

Histone phosphorylation.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2004... ATCC's polyclonal antibody identifies the phosphorylated [gamma]-form of histone H2AX, which indicates the presence of double-strand DNA breaks. Available in volumes of 20 [micro]l (catalog no. 30-1251) or 100 [micro]l (catalog no. 30-1252)....

siRNAs to human, mouse, and rat genomes.(Tools & Techniques)
March 1, 2004... Finding a highly effective siRNA can be a time consuming and labor intensive process, particularly when using publicly available design tools. Ambion (Austin, Texas) and Cenix BioScience (Dresden, Germany) have partnered to eliminate the need...

Pipettor.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Long Tip Cone Finnpipette[R] Focus Pipette minimizes hand and arm strain during pipetting. The pipette has an ergonomic design and removable snap-on handle which is available in large, medium, and small sizes. Quick-click volume setting ensures...

Pipette service program.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... VistaLab Technologies, Inc. has broadened its service programs for MLA-brand and Ovation pipettes. Three distinct programs coupled with a new web-based request process streamlines service transactions and enables the company to offer fast...

Liquid handling system for cell-based assays.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... Fully automated TekBench[TM] liquid handling system is offered for cell-based assays including ELISA, ADME/TOX, plasmid prep, and RNA/DNA isolation. Within a 3' x 5' footprint, each TekBench system contains storage for over 1,000 microplates,...

Eight channel syringe pump.(Liquid Handling Focus)
March 1, 2004... New 8-channel syringe pump provides simultaneous aspiration and dispensing of up to eight different liquids. The pump has 48K step resolution and better than 1% accuracy and precision. Up to 15 pumps can be daisy-chained and controlled by an...

Lipid supplements for NS0 cell culture.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... HyClone has released two new products for culture of cholesterol auxotrophic cell lines, in particular the mouse myeloma cell line, NS0. HyQ[R] LS250 is a concentrated lipid supplement that stimulates cell growth and monoclonal antibody...

Microplate sample concentrator.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... SPE Dry[TM] 96 Sample Concentrator System evaporates microplate samples by delivering heated gas above and below each well. Samples are quickly evaporated accurate temperature control is maintained. The systems will not exceed selected...

Ultra-Centrifugal Mill.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Ultra-Centrifugal Mill ZM 200 features the Powerdrive, which ensures performance with increased torque. Rapid size reduction increases sample throughput and, in combination with the 2-step rotor/screen pulverization system, is gentle on the...

Horizontal Flow Clean Bench.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Series 201 Horizontal Flow Clean Benches are factory tested to efficiently remove 99.99% of particulate contaminants 0.3 micron and larger, and meet or exceed Class 100 cleanroom conditions as outlined in Federal Standard 209E. Wrap-around...

Direct-cast diagnostic membranes.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... PRIMA 60 and PRIMA 85 are direct-cast, lateral-flow nitrocellulose membranes for diagnostic assays. PRIMA 60 has a nominal flow rate of 60 seconds across 4 cm of membrane, while PRIMA 85 has a nominal flow rate of 85 seconds across 4 cm of...

Leptin Soluble Receptor ELISA.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Leptin Soluble Receptor Two-Site ELISA is highly specific for the soluble extracellular portion of the human leptin receptor, allowing true measurement of circulating levels without cross-reactivity or interference with leptin. This one-step...

High throughput filter plates.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... [MultiScreen.sub.HTS] filter plates are offered for use with automated workstations. One-piece filter plate design facilitates use with robotic gripper arms and stackers. Rigid sidewalls accommodate robotic gripper arms. Ample surfaces...

Dual binocular head for revelation III microscope.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... LW Scientifics' Revelation III is now available with a dual binocular head, which allows two technicians to view specimens simultaneously. With 10x/18 wide field eyepieces and a variable halogen light source, this scope is useful for...

Knockout RNAi Clone and PCR Kits.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... BD[TM] Knockout RNAi Clone & Confirm PCR Kits generate candidate shRNA expression cassettes (SECs) precloned into vectors in as little as 4.5 hours. A single round of PCR is needed to generate an SEC suitable for functional testing. Propagation...

Micro-volume hybridization chamber.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... MAUI[R] Mixer HT micro-volume chamber from BioMicro Systems is optimized for high-temperature microarray hybridizations using the proprietary MAUI Hybridization System. The disposable chambers are optimized for hybridizations performed at...

PCR strip rotor.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Rotor for Kendro's SORVALL[R] Pico and Fresco Microcentrifuges facilitates the processing of PCR strips and individual PCR tubes. The rotor is equipped with an aerosol-tight, Easy-Twist-On biocontainment lid for ease of use and sale...

Protein folding set.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... The Chaperone Plasmid Set contains five different plasmids that, in E. coli, express "chaperone teams" to aid in the folding of foreign proteins. These plasmids carry a pACYC origin of replication plus a chloramphenicol resistance gene...

HPLC Columns.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Designed for high-throughput screening, Javelin Express HPLC Columns are offered in 50 mm lengths. Eight phases are offered: (HyPURITY[TM] C18, HyPURITY AQUASTAR[TM], HyPURITY Cyano, BioBasic 18, BetaBasic[TM] 18, AQUASIL C18, BETASIL[TM] C18,...

Cryogenic containers.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... SSC-ET Class of manual-fill cryogenic canisters are offered for the user utilizing canes or straws where storage volumes can remain small, and low evaporation rates are a priority. All units in the line come standard with a measuring rod for...

Peristaltic pumps.(New Products)
March 1, 2004... Watson-Marlow Bredel 500 Series peristaltic pumps provide sterility and zero contamination. PumpSil[TM] Platinum Cured Silicone tubing further enhances the fermentation process and offers improved batch consistency. A clear flow path and fully...