Bioscience Technology articles from November 2004

Bioscience Technology archives from November 2004

Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging.
November 1, 2004... C9136 Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microsopy (FLIM) system combines a short-pulsed laser and a conventional inverse fluorescence microscope to offer rapid time-domain FLIM and FRET (Fluorescence Resonance Energy Transfer) measurements with...

Protein array analysis platform.
November 1, 2004... ProScanArray and ScanArray [G.sub.x]microarray scanners support both proteomic and genomic array based applications. The multi-application microarray scanners utilize proven confocal technology that collects more signals of interest so that...

Large-volume BioProcess Container.
November 1, 2004... Large-volume, lace-ported BioProcess Container systems (BPCs) from HyClone are offered for applications including formulation of media, buffers, and other process liquids; sterile/aseptic fill and harvest of bioreactors and fermentors; waste...

Multiarray platform.(Array Technology Focus)
November 1, 2004... Flexible, molded silicone insert forms leak-free wells quickly and easily on arrayed glass plates or other array surfaces. Standard 96 and 384 square well plate design and rigid frame facilitates stacking, sealing, washing and robotic handling...

Filter plates optimize Elispot assays.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... [MultiScreen.sub.HTS] filter plates for Elispot assays offer a choice of Immobilon-P or nitrocellulose membranes. Both membranes offer a dense uniform pore structure to promote antibody binding and sensitivity for sharper spot definition....

Automated liquid handler calibration.(HTS Focus)
November 1, 2004... MVS Multichannel Verification System provides a reliable, accurate method for calibrating automated liquid handling equipment. A dual-dye, dual-wave-length, ratiometric absorbance method is used to provide verification of liquid dispensing....

Continuous gel electrophoresis system.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... NEXT (New Electrophoresis X'PRESS Technology) Gel PAGE is a continuous gel electrophoresis system for protein separation. The products in the system offer full resolution of a range of proteins in a simple to use continuous gel electrophoresis...

Cyclooxygenase targeted mutation mouse models.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... Mouse Models COX-1 Targeted Mutation Mice X reveal no physical differences compared to wild-type mice. Upon gross and microscopic examination, organ systems, including the gastrointestinal. respiratory and reproductive tract appear...

siRNA transfection reagent.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... X-tremeGene siRNA transfection reagent allows knockdown experiments with siRNA and co-transfection experiments using siRNA and DNA. The reagent requires no media changes and demonstrates minimal cytotoxicity. It offers broad effectiveness on...

Amidation resins and toolkit.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... Polymer Laboratories offers two new products for amide synthesis and a corresponding Amidation Toolkit as part of its StratoSpheres range of resins for solution phase synthesis and purification. PL-HOBt, a resin-bound hydroxybenzotriazole, is...

Protein purification.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... Ni Sepharose 6 Fast Flow medium purifies His-tagged proteins and provides reliable scale-up. Bead size of 90 mm minimizes problems associated with back-pressure at high flow rates and enables purification of large volumes. The medium is...

Small vacuum capsule filter.(Editor's Choice)
November 1, 2004... Sartolab 150v vacuum filter capsule for large volume laboratory-scale sterile filtration is used in cell culture, filtration of media and buffers, and the fermentation process. Pleated PES membrane allows a degree of miniaturization of the...

Oxygen-controlled chambers offer flexibility in hypoxia research.(Tools & Techniques)
November 1, 2004... Introduction "Hypoxic" (or gas-controllable) glove boxes have become important tools for studies of cells and tissue cultures. Researchers are discovering that exposing cells to variable oxygen conditions affects their physiology in...

Microarray scanner.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... LS Reloaded automation-friendly microarray scanners support both customized array formats and microplates. High throughput and automatic gain control are accomplished using different laser and filter combinations in one scan. Dynamic range of...

Antibody microarray detects 500 specific proteins.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... BD Clontech Ab Microarray 500 allows assaying over 500 specific proteins. A variety of proteins can be detected (both cytosolic and membrane-bound) representing a broad range of biological functions, including signal transduction, cell-cycle...

96-well microarray Microplate with customer-selected surface chemistry.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... Microarray Microplate Hardware contains 96 separate wells. The glass plate comes with customer-selected surface chemistry and detaches from the rest of the chamber for spotting and scanning flexibility. Each subarray measures 7.7 mm x 7.7 mm,...

Yeast Genome array.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... GeneChip Yeast Genome 2.0 Array contains probe sets to detect transcripts from both Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Schizosaccharomyces pombe. Providing comprehensive coverage of both species, the array includes approximately 5,744 probe sets for...

RNA amplification and labeling system.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... The Ovation Biotin System, for RNA amplification and labeling, is used for Affymetrix GeneChip arrays. The system enables expression analysis with as little as 5 nanograms of RNA starting material. In one day, users can amplify RNA and achieve...

Multiarray platform.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... Flexible, molded silicone insert forms leak-free wells quickly and easily on arrayed glass plates or other array surfaces. Standard 96 and 384 square well plate design and rigid frame facilitates stacking, sealing, washing and robotic handling...

Arrayer accommodates plates, slides.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... Genetix hybrid bed option compliments its medium-throughput, fully featured QArray2 microarray platform. The bed can hold either a standard SBS dimension microplate or 2 standard slides within a single destination footprint, allowing the...

Rat Whole Genome Array.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... CodeLink Rat Whole Genome Array, for researchers using rat expression models, array consolidates genome-wide expression profiling into a single experiment. With approximately 34,000 gene targets, the rat provides high content on a single chip....

Microarraying ceramic pins.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... NanoPins ceramic microarraying pins provide spot uniformity and efficient sample use, short printing run times, and eliminate pre-blotting with most print buffers. Capillary design reduces sample loss due to evaporation. Chemically-inert...

Universal Tissue Kit.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... EZ1 RNA Universal Tissue Kit provides automated purification of total RNA from 1-6 samples of all types of animal or human tissue. High yields and scalable elution volumes result in quality RNA and accurate analysis in downstream applications,...

Whole mouse genome microarray.(Array Technologies Focus)
November 1, 2004... Whole oligonucleotide microarray provides comprehensive coverage of the mouse genome. For research in oncology, cardiovascular biology, immunology and toxicology/toxicogenomics, the array includes more than 41,000 unique features, representing...

Sample Rail automates NMR.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... SampleRail for NMR enables automated sample preparation and delivery for 24-hour high throughput operation. A liquid handling robot prepares the samples in NMR tubes and then transports them on a rail system to the magnet. Bruker BioSpin Corp.,...

Kinase, ubiquitin assay kits.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Kinase and ubiquitin kits cover a range of targets in high throughput applications. The kinase toolbox, which measures functional kinase activity, encompasses the necessary technical requirements for the development of high throughput screening...

Multi-well plate evaporator.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... ZipVap Evaporator facilitates dry down of 96 and 384-well standard or deep-well plates. Fine needle valve adjusts flow control. Heated holder can be removed for room temperature operation. The system is compatible with TFA, DMSO and standard...

Filter plates optimize Elispot assays.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... [MultiScreen.sub.HTS] filter plates for Elispot assays offer a choice of Immobilon-P or nitrocellulose membranes. Both membranes offer a dense uniform pore structure to promote antibody binding and sensitivity for sharper spot definition. The...

DNA isolation.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... UltraClean-htp 96 Well BloodSpin Kit purifies genomic and mitochondrial DNA from whole blood (fresh, frozen or stored at 4 C), buffy coat or cultured cells in 96 well plates. Centrifugation method takes less than 45 minutes. DNA greater than 50...

Optimized assay plates.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Porvair Sciences offers a comprehensive range of high quality 96- and 384-well microplates. Clear polystyrene or opaque polypropylene plates are available for routine adsorption, absorption, mixing and storage applications with flat, round and...

Sample management components.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... GenVault offers components for integrated biosample management. GenPlate multiwell DNA storage and extraction plate contains 384 'elements' or disks of DNA storage media, and utilizes Whatman FTA paper, a proven isolation and preservation...

Microscope attachment for microplate cytometer.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Locator is a new software and microscope attachment from TTP LabTech for its range of Acumen Explorer microplate cytometers. With Locator, researchers can quickly clarify early stage assay development data for enhanced screening performance....

Sample management software.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Information management system OrchestratorIMS, from NextGen Sciences, Inc, was developed due to interest in the software behind the NextGen expressionfactory (expressionfactory will plan, automate and track the process of sub-cloning,...

Laboratory sample tracking.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Nexxis ST is an affordable system for storing and tracking test results in small to medium-sized labs. Paper-based systems are replaced with a secure automated system that provides users throughout the lab with direct on-line access to sample...

Columns for LC-MS and 2D chromatography.(HTS Assays and Instruments Focus)
November 1, 2004... Polymer Laboratories has launched a range of capillary and micro chromatography columns for small-scale chromatography. Chemically stable polymeric particles do not leach either soluble or particulate species. Product applications including...

Real-Time PCR Mix.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... TAQurate Real-Time PCR Master Mix is offered for routine and high throughput applications. Add primers and template to the Master Mix, mix thoroughly, and begin thermal cycling. The kit contains SYBR Green I Dye for detection and quantification...

Clone sequence validation.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... Surveyor Check-It Kit for clone sequence validation analyzes cloned DNA to detect mutations and errors that may have been inadvertently introduced into sequences during PCR amplification and/or cloning processes, or to verify the presence of...

Genomic DNA isolation.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... FastDNA SPIN Kit (Qbiogene) isolates genomic DNA from plant and animal tissues, bacteria, yeast, algae, fungi and many other samples. Designed for use with the FastPrep Instruments, which pro vides reproducible homogenization, the kit enables...

PCR purification.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... Eppendorf Perfectprep PCR Cleanup 96 kit combines ultrafiltration technology with a simple two-step protocol to process PCR reactions in volumes from 5 m 1 to 300 m 11 in 15 minutes for a single plate and 20 minutes for four plates. Recoveries...

RT-PCR mixes.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... RT-PCR Master Mix (23) and FideliTaq RT-PCR Master Mix (23) provide sensitive and specific, one-step RT-PCR reactions in a single tube. These ready-to-use mixes are available with Taq DNA Polymerase, optimized for routine detection, or...

Cell lysate kit.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... Cells-to-Signal Kit uses chemical lysis to create cell lysate in less than 5 minutes at room temperature. Cell lysate can be used directly for rt-PCR. The kit is used in monitoring siRNA-induced knockdown. The procedure is reproducible,...

CDNA synthesis kit offers one-step isolation.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... On-column cDNA synthesis kit is based on Miltentyi Biotec's MACS technology. Within one-step mRNA is magnetically isolated from cells, tissue or blood, and first-strand cDNA synthesized. This method on the temperature-controlled thermoMACS...

96--and 384-well plates for real time PCR.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... Both 96 and 384-well polypropylene PCR plates meet quality standards for heat exchange properties and dimensional tolerances, and they are DNase/RNase free and non-pyrogenic. Our newest PCR products include an ABI compatible, 96 well,...

Quantitative PCR assays provide real-time detection.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... This DNA amplification system for real-time detection and quantification of specific cDNA and genomic DNA targets is compatible with all real-time PCR instruments and readily adapted for use in single or multiplex analyses. QZyme Assays measure...

Real-time, multiplex PCR kit.(PCR Focus)
November 1, 2004... QuantiTect Multiplex PCR Kit quantifies up to 3 cDNA or genomic DNA targets in the same reaction from as few as 10 copies of starting template. Quantifying target and reference genes in the same tube provides reliable data. Ready-to-use master...

Electrochemical, SPR measurement.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... The Autolab ESPRIT surface plasmon resonance (SPR) system offers the option of simultaneous electrochemical and SPR measurements. Dual channels, one for samples and one for reference, are provided. An integrated autosampler allows samples to be...

Modular syringe pump components.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Modular Syringe Pump Components allow researchers to put together quality pumping modules. The MPC's are supported with software, electronic diagrams and engineering phone support without the expense and time custom design costs. This allows...

Caps sparge, filter, transfer fluids.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Inert bottle caps sparge, filter and transfer highly aggressive fluids from storage bottles to the inlets of an automated chromatography instrument. The fluids have to be sparged and filtered to ensure that bubbles or particles do not block...

Variable and fixed volume, multichannel pipettors.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Signature Pipettors, in variable-volume, multichannel models, offer accuracy and comfortable handle design. The pipettors cover the range from 0.2 to 5000 m 1 in nine single channel units. They feature continuously variable volume adjustment...

Sterile liquid filling system.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... DAFPA disposable aseptic fluid path is a ready to use system that incorporates a gamma irradiated sterile flexible product bag, sterile filter and peristaltic pump tubing assembly with nozzle. The presterilized assembly is opened within a...

RNase undetectable in water after ultrafiltration.(Tools & Techniques)
November 1, 2004... Introduction Highly purified water has become a standard tool in molecular biology. Techniques such as reverse osmosis, electrodeionization, ultrafiltration, and chemical treatments provide water of varying quality and utility. Water...

Freezer boxes.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Three new sizes expand the Sarstedt line of laminated cardboard freezer boxes to 0.2 to 50 ml capacity tubes. The new boxes accommodate 15, 0.5 and 0.2 ml tubes, can be stacked, and have printed lids. Sarstedt Inc., 800-257-5101,...

Automated liquid handler calibration.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... MVS Multichannel Verification System provides a reliable, accurate method for calibrating automated liquid handling equipment. A dual-dye, dual-wavelength, ratiometric absorbance method is used to provide verification of liquid dispensing....

New Overflow/Spill Sensor.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... OS-250 Overflow/Spill Sensor detects leaks and spills around sensitive equipment (microscopes, HPLC's, low pressure columns, cell perfusion systems or any sensitive instrumentation). In the event of a spill, the integrated, switched power...

Aspiration, filtration and waste disposal tool.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... VACUSAFE comfort provides liquid aspiration, filtration and waste disposal. Quick connectors facilitate handling and are color coded to virtually eliminate the chances of incorrect set-up. Low noise pump technology enables the system to provide...

Refrigerating, heating circulators.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... PolyScience 9600 Series Circulators are equipped with a 28 liter reservoir that accommodates large or multiple samples. Units in the series offer a -25 to +150 C temperature range. Standard features include an integrated simplex or duplex pump,...

Sterile Fluid Containers.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Smartainer stainless steel bins combine with a HyQtainer single-use flexible container to provide a system to handle large volumes of sterile fluids. Sizes of 500, 1000, and 1500 L accommodate pallet jack and fork-lift transport. The bins stack...

Vapor pressure osmometer.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 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., 800-453-2725, www.wescor.corn Use InfoLINK 4L1501...

Deuterium lamps: quality at a fair price.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 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...

FPC personnel consultants.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 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...

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

Sarstedt laboratory product catalog.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The Sarstedt organization is recognized as a world-class manufacturer and distributor of laboratory consumables, specimen collection products, medical devices and instrumentation. Our product range includes innovative blood collection systems,...

New-190 c freezer.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 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...

Infectious disease antibodies.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 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 Strep A among...

Comprehensive Sartorius lab product catalog.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... New catalog from Sartorius offers a comprehensive overview of products including ultra-micro to basic balances and scales, pH meters, a water detection system and nationwide service capabilities. Application references, product descriptions,...

Custom antibody production, purification.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Strategic BioSolutions provides custom services including antisera production, hybridoma development, ascites production, supernatant production, purification, fragmentation, and conjugation. Antibodies and calibrator products are supplied for...

Prevent PCR contamination.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... New literature is available for the Sterilaire[R] UV PCR Workstation, This unit brings together UV irradiation and an antimicrobial stainless steel work area to create a dual-attack against PCR contamination. The antimicrobial stainless steel...

Free 2005 NI measurement and automation catalog.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The National Instruments catalog is the leading virtual instrumentation resource for engineers and scientists seeking the most productive customer-defined software and hardware tools. You will find everything you need from new product...

Sarstedt tissue culture Labware.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... For quality, consistency and maximum cell growth, Sarstedt offers tissue culture labware in three, cell-specific surface options. Sarstedt TC flasks feature an anti-drip lip and stabilizing skirt, as well as a specially designed pouring...

Buffers, fluorescent compounds.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... New catalog offers high purity biological buffers, reagent biochemicals, fluorescent compounds and enzyme substrates. Products include HEPES, MES, MES Na, Bis-Tris, Tris, Tris HCL, MOPS, MOPS Na, CAPSO Na, MOPSO, Tricine, ACES, DTT, Oxalacetic...

Laboratory chemicals.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Wako BioProducts has changed its name to Wake Laboratory Chemicals to incorporate all the reagents that we can supply. There are over 15,000 reagents in our new catalog! We are constantly adding new and unique items to our product lines to keep...

New DNA/RNA isolation system.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... FUJIFILM Life Science QuickGene-800 can deliver DNA samples in 6 minutes. Patented porous membrane binds nucleic acids to eliminate need for a centrifuge. Low membrane thickness reduces contamination; uniform fine pores and large specific...

Confocal imaging system.(Literature Focus)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The Olympus FluoView FV1000 is a next-generation imaging system designed for high-resolution, confocal observation of cells. The FM1000 offers a revolutionary synchronized laser scanning system called the SIM Scanner. While one laser...

Integrated fluidics module.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... LabKit integrated fluidic module is available in eight standard configurations. The pre-plumbed kit incorporates high resolution LPV variable volume pumps (250 or 750 (L) and miniature precision valves (2 or 3-way models). The Lee Company,...

Glass vials.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Glass vials are offered for applications in chromatography and spectroscopy. Quality glass and manufacturing standards ensure the purity of vial contents. Screw thread and crimp neck vials are offered in a wide selection of sizes and styles....

Low current DC pumps.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... CeramPump utilizes one moving part, a rotating and reciprocating ceramic piston, to accomplish pumping and valving. Piston and liner, made of dimensionally stable ceramics, ensure accuracy of 1% or better for millions of cycles. Fluid Metering,...

Peristaltic filling systems.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Multi Filling Systems integrate peristaltic technology into a seamless process in which the sterile product comes into contact with only medical grade silicone tubing and filling needle. When the process is complete, the tubing can be cleaned...

Homogenizer.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... The PRO250 is offered as fit between the smaller PRO200 and the larger benchtop PRO homogenizers. It's light enough for handheld operation, yet has extra torque for processing tough samples. A 3/4 hp, 576 watt motor combines with variable speed...

Programmable pipettor.(Liquid Handling Focus)
November 1, 2004... Programmable Pipet-Aid Elite 400 hand-held pipettors features programming functions that enable quick volume setting based on pipet size. The unit can accommodate a range of pipet sizes from 1 to 50 ml, and will reproducibly dispense volumes as...

Immunohistochemistry kit.(New Products)
November 1, 2004... Human Nucleolin OncoMarker Immunohistochemistry Kit includes reagents that detect Nucleolin on the cell surface to provide a method for distinguishing cancer cells within a mixed cell sample. Assay Designs, Inc., 800-833-8651,...

Fiber optic illuminator.(New Products)
November 1, 2004... Alpha 1501 fiber optic illuminator provides produces 150 W cold illumination while guards keep the unit safe and cool to the touch. Options include a dual gooseneck with focusable tips and a ring option that mounts to most stereoscopes. LW...

Cell culture medium.(New Products)
November 1, 2004... Developed for the murine myeloma cell line NS0, HyClone HyQ CDM4NS0 requires no cholesterol or GS supplementation. It contains no animal derived components or undefined hydrolysates. In multiple evaluations using GS and non-GS NS0...

Additive improves cell culture.(New Products)
November 1, 2004... Apoptame F and Q are highly concentrated products that can be added to cells prior to freezing, during routine cell culture, or when adding fresh media. During establishment of primary cultures, cells are exposed to multiple physical and...

Solvent removal system.(New Products)
November 1, 2004... HT-12 Series II solvent removal system is configured with a scroll pump that does not require pumping fluid or lubricant for operation. The system is suitable for use in environments where corrosive or volatile solvents are frequently used....