Bioscience Technology articles from September 2008

Bioscience Technology archives from September 2008

Characterizing the tree of life.
September 1, 2008... [FIGURE 1 OMITTED] First, we sequenced the human genome. Now, the human proteome is firmly in the crosshairs of science, although since it is exponentially larger than the genome, it will take much longer for all initial sequencing to be...

Moving right along.(Editor's Note)
September 1, 2008... After 27 years as editor of Bioscience Technology, I have decided to pursue a new venture. About time, some might say, but while the decision was made with great hope and anticipation, it was not made without some regret: there are people and...

Fluorescent conjugates.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DyLight fluorescent conjugates combine the sensitivity and reproducibility of affinity purified antibodies and streptavidin with a series of intense fluorescent dyes for brilliant analysis in fluorescence microscopy,...

Microplate Washer Dispenser.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The EL406 Microplate Washer Dispenser provides fast and full microplate washing along with both peristaltic and microprocessor-controlled syringe drive reagent dispenser technologies to optimize liquid handling...

Photometric biochemistry analyzer.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2008... Cuban XC benchtop random access biochemistry analyzer offers a nearly unlimited, expandable range of measurement applications. Substrates and metabolites can be detected. Kinetic and endpoint determination of assays are possible, Due to the...

Platform standardizes HIER results.(Editor's Choice)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Microtiter Plate Platform holds plates away from the source of heat used in HIER (heat-induced epitope retrieval), allowing even, standardized results. The unit supports plates during antigen retrieval within an...

Multiplex cytokine detection.(Biochemicals & Kits: Cytokine Research: Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This series of bead-based multiplex detection kits for cytokines and chemokines meets the needs of researchers focusing on the areas of immunology, inflammation, and oncology. The kits, available over the next...

Cytokine ELISA.(Biochemicals & Kits: Cytokine Research: Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Interleukin-17 (IL-17) family is comprised of a group of related cytokines that play important roles in bridging innate and adaptive immunity. This mouse IL-17 ELISA kit provides sensitive detection of secreted...

Recombinant human glycoprotein.(Biochemicals & Kits: Cytokine Research: Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Recombinant human IL-32, also known as natural killer cell transcript 4 (NK4) and TNF[alpha]-inducing factor., is a 27 kDa secreted glycoprotein that belongs to no known cytokine family. It induces pro-inflammatory...

Infrared detection and multiplex ELISA assay.(Biochemicals & Kits: Cytokine Research: Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Q-Plex Infrared Arrays are ELISA-based tests in which 16 distinct capture antibodies have been bound to each well of a 96-well plate in a defined array. Using minimal sample volume (30 [micro]l), samples can be...

Oxidative stress ELISA.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OxyELISA Oxidized Protein Quantitation kit provides all reagents for quantitative, high throughput detection of modified proteins in cells undergoing oxidative stress. Providing a sensitive assay for oxidation, the...

Nitrogen base for yeast studies.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Yeast Nitrogen Base, for the preparation of minimal and synthetic defined media, is available for classifying yeasts on the basis of amino acid and carbon requirements. It does not contain amino acids and is available both with and without a...

Multiple Deletion Strain competent cell line.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Multiple Deletion Strain 42 competent cell line has the recA gene removed to provide accurate cloning. The recA protein is responsible for the facilitation of DNA recombination: its removal from the cell has increased the overall stability of...

Antibody and immunoassay reference.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... This Antibodies and Kits Product Guide provides a comprehensive coverage of Millipore's antibodies, immunoassay products and recombinant proteins for over 2500 unique targets. The reference spans the entire range of biological research,...

Chip for aCGH studies.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Constitutional Chip 4.0, for array-based comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH), is a bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC) array intended for identification of chromosomal gain or loss of DNA and...

Increased genomic analysis sample throughput.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... To enable discovery and profiling of novel small RNA molecules without requiring prior knowledge of sequence information, this small RNA expression analysis solution has been developed for the Applied Biosystems' SOLID System, a high-throughput...

Protein labeling kits.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... These protein labeling kits can be used to prepare conjugates with enzyme, fluorophore, and biotin. There are two types of labeling methods available; NH2 labeling (Kit-NH2) and SH labeling (Kit-SH). Centrifugal filtration tubes are used for...

Protein antibodies.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Over 2,000 antibodies have been added to the Prestige product line. The antibodies were developed by the Human Proteome Resource and are commercially available through a partnership with Sigma-Aldrich and Atlas Antibodies. They are validated...

Recover DNA from mammalian tissue.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Agencourt DNAdvance, an extraction kit for the isolation and purification of DNA from mammalian tissue samples, provides high recovery, yield and purity. The kit incorporates Solid Phase Reversible Immobilization...

Expression, purification of membrane proteins.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... The MembraneMax Protein Expression Kit allows the expression and purification of soluble membrane proteins to overcome some of the hurdles preventing a deeper understanding of membrane protein structure and function. It combines an optimized...

Buffers for immunoassays.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This line of quality buffers for general immunoassay applications can improve the quality of detection are manufactured and carefully controlled for quality and consistent performance in an ISO 9001:2000-registered...

Sodium channel Nav1.9 cell line.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Scottish Biomedical offers the sodium channel Nav1.9 for use as a drug discovery tool. Nav1.9 is a vital component of the pain response and represents an a yet unexploited target for drags in the anti-pain area. Sodium channel function is...

RNA, DNA purification, analysis.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... RNA purification and messenger RNA (mRNA) quantification can be done quickly and with low sample material requirements using the RNeasy Plus 96 Kit, a 96-well kit that does not require DNase digestion, even for applications particularly...

Constitutive GFP reporter neural stem cell lines.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Primary rodent neural stem cell lines express green fluorescent protein constitutively. GFP expression is useful for monitoring the behavior of specific populations of cells as they proliferate, migrate, and...

Biotin kits.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] HOOK biotin kits are supplied with all the necessary reagents, equipment and instructions for optimization of reaction conditions, efficient labeling, removal of unbound biotin, and quantification of biotin labeling....

Stem cell development products.(Biochemicals & Kits: Product News)
September 1, 2008... The expanded Stem Cell Excellence portfolio includes HyClone AdvanceSTEM reagents, kits and stem cell lines; Dharmacon Accell siRNA reagent for gene silencing; and Nunc cell culture inserts for cell-based assays. The AdvanceSTEM range includes...

Sequence analysis software.(Instruments & Systems: Sequencing Focus)
September 1, 2008... This sequence analysis software, Lasergene v8.0, provides features that expand assembly and visualization capabilities. The desktop software provides simplified and enhanced Primer Design for cloning purposes SNP discovery and reporting...

Fast loading sequencing gel.(Instruments & Systems: Sequencing Focus)
September 1, 2008... Providing high throughput DNA sequencing and genotyping, the SequaStrip Flat Strip fits on the SequaPipette Ultra Micro Multi Channel Pipette and simultaneously loads 8 gel lanes. The SequaStrip Tip is perfectly straight with 8 flat narrow...

Microfluidic instruments for proteomic and genomic researchers.(Instruments & Systems: Sequencing Focus)
September 1, 2008... These two microfluidics-based separations products, the LabChip GX and LabChip GXII benchtop systems, provide automated, 1-D electrophoretic separations of protein, DNA, and RNA samples. The LabChip GX represents a low price entry system...

Genome Sequencing System.(Instruments & Systems: Sequencing Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This Genome Sequencer FLX System (developed using 454 Sequencing technologies) continues to expand the number of applications supported by next-generation sequencing instruments. The availability of the GS FLX...

Molecular diagnostics system.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The GeneXpert Infinity-48 system provides fully-automated random access management of the molecular testing workflow. After a sample is loaded, the system manages sample data, cartridge loading and unloading and...

Human gene expression chip.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... The HumanHT-12 BeadChip is a twelve sample product that accelerates whole genome expression and expression-based Quantitative Trait Loci (eQTL) studies. It includes over 48,000 probes per sample and supports a low total cost per sample...

Virtual microscopy system.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High-definition virtual microscopy system, the BLISS HD, incorporates a dedicated microscope stand, scanning instrumentation, and software. Offering high optical performance virtual slide scanning, the workstation is...

Electrophoretic analysis.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ImageMaster 2D Platinum software package, for visualization, exploration and analysis of 2-D gel data including 2-D DIGE (2-D Fluorescence Difference Gel Electrophoresis), provides interactive analysis modes and an...

MS-based Metabolomics.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The integration of Thermo Scientific mass spectrometry instrumentation and Genedata Expressionist software enables processing hundreds of gigabytes of data simultaneously. This capability is beneficial for...

Stereomicroscope, multiple illumination paths.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... M205 FA automated fluorescence stereomicroscope, with fully apochromatically-corrected 20.5:1 zoom, is equipped with FusionOptics. It quickly calculates a 3-D image using data provided by the right beam path which captures a very...

Cartridges extend reader applications.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New cartridges for Beckman Coulter's PARADIGM multimode reader include: luminescence cartridges for 96- and 384-well plate formats; a cartridge for BRET2 (Bioluminescence Resonance Energy Transfer) live cell assays;...

Acoustic biosensor for label-free interaction analysis.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The RAPid acoustic biosensor system screens products utilizing Resonant Acoustic Profiling technology in its flow-based analysis system, which performs label-free interaction analysis. The detection of molecular...

Solid phase extraction products.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Agilent SampliQ SPE is a solid phase extraction (SPE) product line that provides purification of extracts and accurate and reproducible analytical results. This line of polymer SPE products complement silica and other sorbents in the line, such...

Multivariate data analysis software.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This multivariate analysis software performs cluster analysis and PLS regression with classification trees. It has full OPLS and O2PLS functionalities and improved support for hierarchical PCA and PLS. The analysis...

Isothermal Titration microcalorimeter.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Auto-iTC200 Isothermal Titration Calorimeter determines all binding parameters (n, K, H and S) in a single experiment using sample volumes as small as 200 [micro]l. Binding parameters are determined using a...

Multi-spectral imaging system.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nuance multi-spectral imaging system (Cri, Woburn, MA) is compatible with Molecular Devices' (Sunnyvale, CA) MetaMorph software package. Full support for both monochrome and multi-spectral imaging using the Nuance...

Mammalian cell transfection website.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... The Gene Expression Gateway Web-site is dedicated to researchers working with mammalian cells--including primary cells--that are difficult to transfect. The site offers a library where scientists can search a protocols database to identify...

Automated system for nucleic acid separation.(Instruments & Systems: Product News)
September 1, 2008... This system is able to detect concentrations of nucleic acids as small as 0.1 ng/[micro]l, using ready-to-go gel cartridges that allow samples to be prepared with minimal hands-on interaction, reducing manual handling errors and exposure to...

Compound storage: an evolution: interfacing analysis systems with automated sample preparation and processing systems can negate the need for operator intervention, facilitate fast and efficient cherry picking, and improve process efficiency.(Instruments & Systems)
September 1, 2008... Introduction [FIGURE 1 OMITTED] [FIGURE 2 OMITTED] In recent years, high throughput screening has grown in sophistication as more complex therapeutic targets have been identified and the quest to improve hit-to-lead success has...

Discovery Pipettes.(Apparatus & Consumables: Pipettor Focus)
September 1, 2008... Labpette DISCOVERY Pipettes provide high level of user comfort: reduced plunger force requirements and tip ejection forces combine to reduce the risk of repetitive strain injuries. Volume is set using either a thumbwheel or pushbutton. The...

Variable, fixed-volume pipettes.(Apparatus & Consumables: Pipettor Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Finnpipette F1 and F2 Series pipette lines both include variable and fixed volume single-channel models covering volumes from 0.2 [micro]l to 10 ml. Multi-channel models are available for both series and include 8-,...

Mechanical pipettors.(Apparatus & Consumables: Pipettor Focus)
September 1, 2008... Proline Plus pipettors are ergonomic, can be fully autoclaved, and are available m single-channel, multi-channel, and fixed volume models to cover applications across a volume range of 0.1 [micro]l to 10 mL. Multichannel units incorporate the...

Portable powered pipetting aid.(Apparatus & Consumables: Pipettor Focus)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Portable Pipet-Aid XL has a long, lightweight handle which lowers the arm lift required to perform the same pipetting operation as with a conventional pipettor. The more comfortable arm position reduces shoulder...

Hand-held dispensers.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Repeater stream and Repeater Xstream hand-held dispensers have an illuminated display, a feature that ensures visibility in every environment. The ergonomic hand-held dispensers are able to dispense liquids with...

Micro tube with attached cap.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This 1.5 ml micro tube with attached cap features a stable hinge that allows the cap to remain in an upright position upon reopening, which is helpful when working in tight racks. The large hinge also makes it easy...

Safe, reliable dispensing.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Dispensette III bottletop dispenser sets the standard for safe dispensing of laboratory liquids. Among its features is the Safety Prime valve that reduces sputtering during priming and minimizes reagent waste. It...

Electronic pipettors.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... VISION family electronic, handheld, single and multichannel pipettors feature a Touch Wheel controller for intuitive menu navigation. Fast volume selection makes them efficient. Product features include a large multi-color display, Bluetooth...

Pipette Tracker.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Pipette Tracker and Pipette Tracker Pro software automate scheduling, recording and reporting of pipette calibrations. The releases offer enhanced performance speed, an option that defaults variable volume calibrations to run from highest...

Polymer microplate .(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This line of microplates use Zeonor COP resin for the plate body and lid and ZeonorFilm for the plate bottom to create a clear, biocompatibile, low auto-fluorescence product. The chemical resistance, thermal...

Pipette Quality Management System.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Pipette Quality Management System helps labs transition to an in-house calibration process. The Artel PCS calibration system seamlessly integrates it into existing operations. Artel will train staff on using the PCS...

Horizontal Laminar Flow Station.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The TerraFlo Horizontal Laminar Flow Station provides an work environment that exceeds the contamination requirements in pharmaceutical and biotech facilities. Filter/blower and filter/fan modules provide a...

Ultrasonic processors.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vibra-Cell high-power ultrasonic processors, offered in 500 and 750 watt models, control both the amount of energy delivered to a sample, as well as the temperature of the sample. These features improve accuracy and...

Spatula Balance.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Traceable Spatula Balance scoops material and instantly displays weight. Balance with digital display is located in the easy-grip handle. The weighing range is 0 to 300.0 grams and 0 to 10.580 ounces. Readability...

Fume hoods.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... The Frontier Acela Laboratory Fume Hood incorporates the Berkeley perforated baffle design, aerodynamic sash handle, side vanes, flush-mounted airfoil and functionally robust bypass. These features reduce roll, rapidly dilute contaminants in...

Portable light box.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Measuring 20.5 cm (L) x 14 cm (W) x 0.6 cm (H) and weighing 160 g, the ViewOne portable light box is as thin, and only slightly larger, than a passport. An LED provides a consistent white light source for hours of...

Valveless dispensers and metering pumps.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sensata programmable dispensing system uses precision stepper motors to control a variety of valveless piston pumps. It has a range from 500 nanoliters per dispense to 2 liters per minute continuous flow. It will...

Fermentor/bioreactor systems.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BIOSTAT Qplus fermentor/bioreactor system provides parallel operation and high throughput capability. The system can control up to twelve culture vessels independently. Application-driven packages provide everything...

Multi Vessel Vortex mixer.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... Multi Vortex-Genie provides holds a wide variety of, and multiple, vessels, ranging from micro-centrifuge tubes to large vessels such as Erlenmeyer flasks. No additional holders or accessories are necessary. Packs are included that hold up to...

Mouse ventilator.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mice can be ventilated while myocardial infarctions are induced with the HSE-HA MiniVent. It is designed specifically for use with mice: it provides a stroke volume from 30 [micro]l to 350 [micro]l and can ventilate...

Mobile ductless fume hoods.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Mobile EDU is totally self-contained and provides all around visibility. It is easily moved from lab to lab, and the ductless design allows easy installation. Large heavy duty wheels make transport easy. Unit...

Fast flow sterile filtration.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sterile Millex family 33 mm syringe filters are available in 0.22 and 0.45 [micro]m pore sizes, deliver fast filtration rates, and have low protein-binding properties. With increased surface area compared to some 25...

Syringe pump.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fusion 400 syringe pump offers a bright LCD and an imbedded syringe library. A menu-prompt system simplifies set-up. A 4-channel micro-syringe holder provides the option of in-pump multi-step automation. High-step...

Pressure data logger.(Apparatus & Consumables: Product News)
September 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This pressure data logger has a large, backlit LCD display. The battery powered recorder has user replaceable battery and external power and the real-time operated device has one of the largest memory capacities of...