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23-Dec-2005
Vibrating disc can detect cancer
A vibrating disc could have uses in laboratory diagnosis by identifying and monitoring common types of cancer, providing specialists with information about the most appropriate therapeutic strategy.
22-Dec-2005
Thermo unveils LIMS for lab-based analysis
Thermo Electron has unveiled its latest Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), its latest evolution in commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) laboratory information management systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing R&D and QA/QC.
Wyeth opens Dublin drug discovery research facility
Wyeth are to establish a Bio-therapeutic Drug Discovery Research Facility in Dublin in a move that adds to Wyeth Grange Castle Campus in Ireland's capital and reinforces the growth of Ireland's biotechnology research and industrial base.
Drum motor is self contained for food safety
Netherlands-based Van der Graaf has developed an internally powered drum motor featuring specially designed sprockets for driving food industry modular conveyor belts.
21-Dec-2005
New lab research pinpoints drug resistance details
Scientists have described the cellular structure of a protein that plays a critical role in drug resistance, which may open up new avenues for laboratory research that may result in the enhancement of existing therapies for Cancer and infectious diseases.
ISO approves photometry for liquid volume measurement
Artel, has announced that the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has approved the use of the photometric method for liquid delivery performance verification, which emphasises the role photometry has to play for drug discovery applications.
Cresset launches ion channel discovery tool
Cresset Biomolecular Discovery has launched a technology that identifies the 3-dimensional bound conformation of hits and potential drugs in a biological target, assisting scientists involved in ion channel research.
20-Dec-2005
New custom made caramel filling system for food ingredients group
The UK's leading manufacturer of weighbridges, Weightron Bilanciai Ltd, has developed a custom made caramel filling system to diversify products for the food ingredients division of the Healy Group.
19-Dec-2005
Analyser can detect cheese fat in seconds
A new device can analyse fat and dry matter in cheese in seconds while it is being processed, giving operators a qualitative advantage over methods currently used in the industry.
16-Dec-2005
First imaging platform for microfluidic devices available
The first single laboratory platform for 3D imaging and metrology of microfluidic devices has been made available, which allows for the characterisation of subsurface structure in transparent media with submicron accuracy.
Study suggests cosmetic preservative adds to aging process
A new study finds that a common additive found in cosmetics has been found to inhibit the activity of sirtuins, enzymes associated with lifespan control in yeast and other organisms, a discovery that could question its future use.
15-Dec-2005
Accentia launches first chronic sinusitis test
The first diagnostic test available for the confirmation of chronic sinusitis (CS) disease has been made available by Accentia Biopharmaceuticals, which will assist in the identification of a problem that affects an estimated 31 million patients in the US
Cold plasma devices developed to kill food pathogens
Two devices that harness the power of cold plasma could be used to wipe out foodborne pathogens in processing plants, according to the inventor.
MiraiBio releases software for Luminex platform
MiraiBio has released software for the statistical analysis of multiplexed data generated on its liquid array detection system, a platform that is designed for immunoassay, enzyme function, and receptor-ligand interaction applications, all common in drug research and development.
IT outsourcing spending to grow in life sciences
According to a new report, it will become a necessity to outsource key activities related to securing and managing of data in the life sciences industry. This, coupled with the regulatory compliance, is driving the IT spending amongst the life science companies.
14-Dec-2005
Labs to benefit from Toxicology-On-A-Chip tool
A toxicology-on-a-chip tool, which can analyse drug candidates for toxicity before they advance to pre-clinical stages, has taken one step further towards commercialisation as the technology promises to aid laboratory researchers in weeding out unsuitable candidates earlier during the drug discovery process.
SciGen establishes China manufacturing facility
SciGen are to establish a manufacturing facility in China in a response to the growing demand for the Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine and insulin, which has reached epidemic proportions with 2 billion people having become infected with HBV at some time in their lives.
13-Dec-2005
Thermo releases entry level crystallisation machine
Thermo Electron Corporation, have added to its crystallisation range with the new compact, entry-level, TableStore, which enhances protein structure and drug discovery investigations by offering optical clarity and automated storage capabilities within a small footprint.
'Don't panic' about safety testing law, experts advise
New regulations on microbiological safety will not result in increased testing procedures for most companies, industry experts say.
Test determines presence of avian flu virus in foods
Eurofins Scientific has launched what it calls the first test available for determining whether food has been infected with the avian flu virus.
12-Dec-2005
Cosmetics companies prove one of the lowest investors in R&D
A new study reveals that cosmetic and toiletry companies have one of the lowest investments in research and development compared to other global industries.
09-Dec-2005
CMD and UCLA collaborate on melanoma lab test
CombiMatrix Molecular Diagnostics (CMD) are to collaborate with the University Of California (UCLA), on a gene-based melanoma laboratory test, which if successful, could result in the development of a clinical molecular test that will more accurately diagnose melanoma, improving patient outcomes.
08-Dec-2005
Clontech launches beads to TALON range
Clontech has announced a new addition to its TALON chemistry range, which uses magnetic bead technology to separate microscale quantities of protein when placed on a magnetic separator.
GE's launch histidine-tagged protein spin columns
GE Healthcare has announced the availability of its single-use spin column designed for purification of histidine-tagged proteins using a standard microcentrifuge. It saves researchers time as it achieves direct protein purification in 10 minutes per run.
07-Dec-2005
Invitrogen broadens its biotech branches
Invitrogen has created three new business divisions in a move to strengthen its position in the growing biotechnology industry and drive growth through improving links between its product development cycle and customer base.
New algorithm enables quicker crystal lab studies
A new algorithm, which automatically selects molecule images for crystallisation in Silico studies, is set to advance laboratory studies by increasing the speed and power of methods for determining biological structures at high resolution, based on data from electron microscopy.
Astech doubles drug QC throughput
Astech have launched its new automated tablet processing system for drug content analysis, set to increase manufacturing quality control efficiency by 100 per cent.
06-Dec-2005
Stratagene deal enters molecular diagnostics market
Stratagene announces a molecular diagnostics agreement, which aims to focus on the growing molecular diagnostics market for infectious diseases, currently worth $6.5 billion (€5.5 billion), expanding to $12 billion by 2010 driven biochip and nanobiotechnology developments.
Spectrometer helps processors detect the right blend
A new short wave infra-red spectrometer from a UK company can help food processors get the right mix.
05-Dec-2005
Drinking straw delivers drugs more efficiently
Grunenthal has developed a novel method of delivering drugs to children in the form of a drinking straw, which is set to provide a solution to administering treatment to patients who cannot tolerate unpleasant tasting drugs.
Software solution for pH prediction developed
A computer-based system to improve pH prediction of food ingredients was launched at last week's FiE show in Paris.
4-Front Research extends its lead in European cosmetics testing
In the UK 4-Front Research has acquired rival dermatological testing business Skin Research Centre, in a move that aims to meet continuing growth in demand for the research and development of skin care products.
The Specials install world's smallest filling machine
Clinical trials service provider, The Specials Clinical Manufacturing, has announced the recent installation of Isopak's In-Cap machine, an automatic bench machine that is currently the smallest automatic filling machine in the world.
02-Dec-2005
Hand-held wine scanner ups quality control
Two French entrepreneurs have developed a novel hand-held wine tester that will better help wine firms meet specific consumer tastes by taking scientific samples like a diabetic measures blood sugar.
New discovery in the lab halts anthrax
Laboratory researchers believe that a recent discovery will prove highly effective in stopping the progress of anthrax infection, further developing reliable treatments to diagnose this killer microorganism.
01-Dec-2005
APV wins benchmark award for automation developments
Invensys' APV unit has won Frost and Sullivan's technology award for automation innovation in the food and drink industry.
Oxford risks conflict as animal lab construction resumes
Oxford University has been given the go-ahead to resume building work on its new animal research laboratory complex, which had previously been the subject of protest from animal rights activists last summer.
Gentra Systems launches pharmacogenomics kit
Gentra Systems has introduced its new versaGene DNA Cell Purification Kit, which responds to the growing need for high-quality DNA for sensitive downstream applications. The kit uses chemistry and column design to purify DNA with minimal RNA and protein contamination.
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