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Effects of enzymatic hydrolysis on lentil allergenicity
Researchers from Spain investigated the effect of sequential action of an endoprotease and an exoprotease in lentil allergenicity using sera from patients with well-documented lentil allergy
How to conduct a software risk assessment that is meaningful
Learn how to perform risk assessment as part of the 10-step risk-based approach to computer system validation
Active and intelligent packaging technologies: a food safety and quality perspective
Attend this food safety webinar to understand the different active and intelligent packaging techniques which you can follow to have your food products adhere to global food quality and compliance requirements
Green roofs: building energy savings and the potential for retrofit
UK researchers reviewed the current state of knowledge of the potential benefits green roofs offer in relation to building energy consumption
Complete automation of quantitative polymerase chain reaction assays
Agilent Automation Solutions has released a new application note that demonstrates how its Bravo Automated Liquid Handling Platform provides an effective way to automate setup of a variety of quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) assays
Precision multichannel pipetting enables fast and economic 3D microtissue cultivation
INTEGRA, in association with Insphero (Zurich, Switzerland), have released an application note** that describes how a precise pipetting technology enables the efficient use of a hanging drop culture system overcoming many of the drawbacks of conventional cell culture techniques
Genotoxicity of chitosan nanoparticles for use in food packaging films
Researchers from Brazil investigated the genotoxicity of polymeric chitosan and poly-methacrylic acid nanoparticles to obtain further information concerning their safety, since they have considerable potential for use in edible films for foods
Standardized comet assay system ensures reproducible results
The CometAssay® Electrophoresis System and new CometAssay® Neutral Control cells from AMSBIO enable investigators to consistently optimize neutral Comet assays for highly reproducible results, and to standardize neutral electrophoresis methods between individual users and laboratories. This is in addition to the already established standardized procedure and reagents for the alkaline Comet Assay
Assessment of alternative diesel fuels: microbiological contamination and corrosion under storage conditions
Researchers from the US Naval Research Laboratory evaluated the nature and extent of microbial contamination and the potential for microbiologically influenced corrosion in alternative fuels
Robust, high-throughput verification and genotyping of fish populations
A new application poster** from Fluidigm Europe describing how its BioMark™ System and 96.96 Dynamic Array™ Integrated Fluidic Circuit (IFC) has been used by the University of Washington for verification and genotyping of SNP's in Alaskan populations of Chum Salmon
High temperature gas filtration and separation
Designed to provide high mechanical strength - Sinterflo® metal filters from Porvair Filtration Group are proven to provide optimal performance with the lowest cost of ownership and long filter life for high temperature gas filtration applications
Keys to successful qPCR automation
Agilent Automation Solutions has posted a recorded webinar to its website enabling scientists to learn techniques for introducing reliable automation into small- and large-scale applications ranging from single cells to core laboratory applications, thereby minimizing the potential for introduction of errors into the PCR process
Webpage for evaporators, concentrators, freeze dryers and lyophilisation systems
Genevac Ltd, world leader in solvent removal technologies, has announced the launch of a dedicated new web page providing downloads of technical brochures describing the company's market leading range of products
Low and high binding filtration plates
Drawing upon a selection of proprietary microfilters - Porvair Sciences has developed a comprehensive range of low and high binding plates with well volumes ranging from 350µl to 5ml to suit almost all filtration applications
Use of the potentiometric electronic tongue in the monitoring of environmental systems
Researchers from Spain and Mexico introduced electronic tongue systems for remote environmental monitoring applications
Ready-to-use gene delivery tools
AMSBIO has announced a new range of expression ready lentiviral particles that allow easy gene delivery into hard to transfect cells including primary cells, non-dividing cells and cells in suspension
Freeze-dried parenterals - quality by design
SP Scientific, a world leader in freeze drying technology, has announced a new LyoLearn webinar (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_IvPpGZqSA) that will discuss the essential elements of quality by design in formulation and process development of freeze-dried parenterals
Filter cartridge data sheets online
Porvair Filtration Group, a world leader in filtration and separation technology, has announced the publication of two new technical brochures adding to its comprehensive online library of product and applications information
Syringe pump delivers full stroke for large syringes
Available from Dorton Analytical - the new Legato 270 Syringe Pump has an optimised user configurable syringe mechanism designed to uniquely deliver a full volume in infuse and withdraw modes whether using small or large syringes
Porvair Sciences announces Q3 2010 events program
Porvair Sciences Ltd has announced a comprehensive program of events it will attend over the next few months to launch its 2010 / 2011 Microplate Catalogue and introduce several new products
Easy, cost effective capture and sequencing of whole virus genome
Fluidigm Europe has announced a new technical poster** describing how its unique Access Array™ chip technology has been used by the Core Genotyping facility at the National Cancer Institute (Bethesda, MD) to successfully capture and sequence the entire Epstein Barr Virus (EBV) genome from 4 individual patient DNA samples in a single sequence capture run
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Ripening of climacteric fruits and their control
Researchers from India attempted to coalesce methods to control or delay ripening of climacteric fruits
Effective hydrogen production using waste sludge and its filtrate
Researchers from China demonstrated the changes of nutrients of both sludge and its filtrate during fermentation and analyzed the influence of the solid phase on hydrogen production from waste sludge
Online library of technical filtration information
Porvair Filtration Group, a world leader in filtration and separation technology, has announced the publication of two new technical brochures adding to its comprehensive online library of product and applications information
Elemental analyser consumables
Exeter Analytical Ltd is a leading international manufacturer and supplier of top quality consumables and supplies for elemental analyzers
Pre-capped sample storage tubes
Pre-capped sample storage tubes from Micronic Europe are manufactured under US Federal standard 209E Class 7 cleanroom conditions to ensure cleanliness and sterility
Neutrons and food workshop
The “Neutrons and Food” workshop will take place in Sydney from Sunday 31 October to Wednesday 3 November 2010 at the Amora Hotel Jamison in downtown Sydney
Carbon dioxide and water fluxes from switchgrass managed for bioenergy production
Researchers from USDA-ARS suggesed that switchgrass bioenergy crops in the northeastern USA can sequester carbon dioxide for at least the first few years following establishment
Leading agricultural institute reports on robust genetic analysis results
Fluidigm Corporation has announced that the Toulouse Midi-Pyrénées Genomic Platform - Genotoul INRA core facility is now providing a wide range of services on a BioMark™ System for Genetic Analysis to a diverse range of French researchers
New magnetic beads enable faster protocols
AMSBIO has announced a new range of MagSi magnetic beads that incorporate a novel ferro fluid to combine the advantages of small beads and large surface with the magnetic performance and strength of larger beads
SP Scientific receives major order for ThermoJet ES temperature cycling systems
SP Scientific has signed a volume purchase agreement with Silicon Turnkey Solutions (STS) to supply multiple ThermoJet ES (Environment Simulator) temperature cycling systems
Quick and reliable DNA purification and sequencing
An applications bulletin is available from Agilent Automation Solutions that describes an automated system that provides for quick and reliable DNA purification and sequencing
Glass vial storage microplates
Porvair Sciences has announced a new introduction to its range of storage microplates
Size optimization of the photovoltaic/wind hybrid system
Researchers from France and China determined the number of batteries, photovoltaic panels, and wind turbines in order to satisfy the requirement of stability, economic cost, and power supply reliability
Thermodynamic approach to osmo-dehydration
Researchers from University of Milan in Italy proposed a thermodynamic approach to describe the osmo-dehydration treatment of apple pulp
Experimental investigation of low temperature distillation coupled with spray evaporation
Researchers from Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos in Mexico showed the results obtained with a thermodynamic simulator, using lithium bromide–water as working solution at different operation conditions in a 700 W experimental heat transformer
Experimental results of a compact thermally driven cooling system based on metal hydrides
Researchers from the University of Stuttgart in Germany presented a detailed experimental analysis of a metal hydride based cooling system
Targeted application solutions for genomic research
Agilent Automation Solutions has a proven track record of successfully automating a diverse array of laboratory processes, and offers a range of targeted application solutions for Genomics laboratories
Protein standards for mass spectrometry analysis
AMSBIO has announced a new service whereby it can generate high quality Mass Spectrometry (MS) standards for over 5,000 human proteins. Produced in human HEK293T cells and labeled with [U- 13C6, 15N4]-L-Arginine and [U- 13C6, 15N2]-L-Lysine, the full length proteins with appropriate post-translational modifications are the best choice for accurate identification and quantification of protein biomarkers
Porvair filters help PTFE manufacturer improve quality
Porvair Filtration Group, a world leader in filtration and separation technologies, has won a two year supply agreement for its Polyfil™ II and Aquafil disposable filter cartridges
Reliable walk-away media preparation and processing
An informative new video from INTEGRA describes the operation and applications of its industry leading MEDIACLAVE Media Preparation and MEDIAJET Automated Petri Dish Filling systems
Modelling the genetic circuitry of cell-to-cell communication
Utilizing Fluidigm Corporation's Dynamic Array™ and Digital Array™ integrated fluidic circuits (IFCs), Stanford University researchers to have discovered a much larger spectrum of differences between individual cells than has previously been demonstrated. Among these differences are the communication capabilities that emerge from the interactions of genetic circuitry that mediates cell-to-cell communication
Environmental simulator and precision temperature cycling system
SP Scientific has announced the FTS ThermoJet ES - a new generation temperature control system for precise and reliable device testing and characterization
Simple, reliable and rapid process development
Dorton Analytical Ltd has been appointed the UK agency rights to support and supply the Dynamic Extraction Ltd range of High Performance Countercurrent Chromatography instrumentation
High capacity biological sample concentrator
For laboratories looking to concentrate larger numbers of biological samples presented in a range of different formats the miVac Quattro from Genevac is the perfect high capacity sample concentrator
Consistent, accurate and precise ICP data
With growing numbers of laboratories requiring top quality data - Warwick Analytical Service has produced an analytical service note that demonstrates the accurate and precise ICP data the company routinely achieves for determination of trace metals in organic and inorganic materials
Porvair filters selected to produce particulate-free water at low cost
Porvair Filtration Group, a world leader in filtration and separation technologies, has won a two year supply agreement for its Polyfil™ II and Aquafil disposable filter cartridges
Productivity growth and the effects of R&D in African agriculture
A researcher from the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture in Malawi measured and compared total factor productivity growth in African agriculture under contemporaneous and sequential technology frontiers over the period 1970-2004
Placental transfer of melamine and its effects on rat dams and fetuses
Researchers from Japan determined the possibility of placental transfer of melamine and its effects on fetuses and pregnant dams
Advances in single-cell research
The summer 2010 edition of the popular e-newsletter - IFC Application Hotspot from Fluidigm Corporation is now available free to download from http://www.fluidigm.com/newsletters/2010edition1_v5/2010edition1_v5.html
Porvair sciences announce 2010/2011 microplate catalogue
Many scientists around the world have come to rely upon previous editions of the Microplate Catalogue from Porvair Sciences Ltd. as a primary source of information that enables them to choose the right assay, filter, storage or PCR plate
On-farm processing of medicinal and aromatic plants by solar distillation system
Researchers from University of Kassel in Germany developed a decentralised solar distillation system for extraction of essential oils from medicinal and aromatic plants
Automation solutions for genomic research applications
A new 8-page brochure from Agilent Automation Solutions entitled 'Genomics in Motion' provides an introduction to the company's range of automation solutions for specific Genomic Research applications
Portfolio-based analysis for green supplier management using the analytical network process
Researchers from China presented the development of a methodology to evaluate suppliers using portfolio analysis based on the analytical network process and environmental factors
Metabolic fate of red wine and grape juice polyphenols in humans assessed by metabolomics
Researchers from the Netherlands studied the metabolic impact of polyphenol-rich red wine and grape juice consumption in humans using a metabolomics approach
Free webinar: microbubbles, an energy-efficient way to produce biofuels
This webcast presents a in-depth look at the design of an air-lift loop bioreactor which exploits a recent patent by Will Zimmerman and Vaclav Tesar for the energy-efficient generation of microbubbles
Air flow patterns in an industrial milk powder spray dryer
Researchers from New Zealand investigated the air flow patterns in an industrial milk powder spray dryer
Revolutionary new porous plastic moulding technology
Drawing upon over 30 years experience - Porvair Filtration Group has developed expertise to offer optimum manufacturing solutions of sintered porous plastic components using a wide range of cGMP manufacturing techniques
Assessment of emissions at busy airports
Researchers from Turkey and Canada assessed the impacts of emissions from aircraft in the vicinity of airports and the surroundings air space and demonstrated that the landing and takeoff number is not sufficient to evaluate the total amount of emissions
Homogeneous assay kits minimize assay complexity
AMSBIO has released 4 new homogeneous 384-well format AlphaScreen assay kits - JMJD2A, JMJD2B, JMJD2C, PRMT5 and G9a (a histone methyltransferase)
Versatile, high integrity sample storage caps
Micronic Europe has produced a patented sealing method for its sample storage tubes
High quality quartz reaction tubes
Manufactured from only high quality low hydroxyl materials - Quartz reaction tubes from Exeter Analytical enable laboratories to achieve consistent low level blanks thereby improving the precision and accuracy of your CHN microanalysis results
Rapid hygrothermal pasteurization using saturated water vapour
Researchers from Japan developed a novel rapid hygrothermal pasteurization method using saturated water vapor with a dew point of 100 °C
Invitation and call for abstracts for the 11th International Congress on Engineering and Food
Food Engineers meet every 3-4 years at ICEF, the International Congress on Engineering and Food, that has been established as the major international event in the field. The International Association of Engineering and Food (IAEF) delegates decided that ICEF 11 will be organized in Athens, 22 to 26 May, 2011
Fate of lignins in soils
Researchers from France synthesised the current knowledge and recent progress about the quantity, composition and turnover of lignins in soils and identified the variables determining lignin residence time
New kits for assessing oxidative stress
AMSBIO has announced an expanded range of assay kits for the detection and quantification of oxidative stress biomarkers and antioxidants
UK power station adopts portable FTIR analyser for determining water in lubricating oil
A2 Technologies has announced that the Ferrybridge Power Station in West Yorkshire, England, has selected their iPAL portable FTIR analyser for measuring the level of water in the lubricating oil used in the massive turbines at this major power plant
Recirculating chillers for all thermal management applications
SP Scientific offers a comprehensive range of low temperature cooling equipment providing an optimized solution for any thermal management requirement. Systems are available with contact, fluid or air cooling mediums with a wide variety of temperature ranges and heat load capacities
Software application for energy flow simulation of a grid connected photovoltaic system
Researchers from University of Jordan developed software to simulate hourly energy flow of a grid connected photovoltaic system
Essential oils on postharvest control of rot caused by fungi on four cultivars of apples
Researchers from University of Turin in Italy assessed the efficacy of different plant essential oils, at different concentrations, in postharvest control of Botrytis cinerea and Penicillium expansum, on different cultivars of apples
An integrated renewable energy park approach for algal biofuel production in United States
U.S researchers proposed an integrated renewable energy park approach for aligning renewable energy industries in resource-specific regions in United States for synergistic electricity and liquid biofuel production from algal biomass with net zero carbon emissions
Processing of tomato: impact on in vitro bioaccessibility of lycopene and textural properties
Researchers from Sweden investigated how different thermal treatments of tomato affect retention and in vitro bioaccessibility of lycopene and β-carotene in a final product of crushed tomato
Versatile microplate blowdown station
Designed to quickly and safely remove solvents from 96 or 384-well plates, the Ultravap™ Blowdown Station from Porvair Sciences Ltd. is a versatile tool proven to optimise microplate sample preparation productivity
Long life membrane filter for wine filtration
Porvair Filtration Group, a world leader in filtration and separation technologies, has designed a unique double layer membrane filter for use in the wine industry
Sample concentration techniques benefit food and beverage labs
Genevac has announced increased use of its EZ-2 and ROCKET evaporator systems by food and beverage laboratories for applications including quality testing of beverages, pesticide analysis in fruit and vegetables and determining vitamin levels in cereals
Extrusion processing: technology and commercialization
This course covers the underlying principles of extrusion processing from raw material selection and equipment to post-processing operations and control systems
Laser scanning system for estimating wind velocity reduction through tree windbreaks
Researchers from the University of Florida (USA) reported the development of a laser scanning system to measure tree geometric characteristics on-the-go and its use to estimate percent wind velocity reduction in a windbreak
Eco friendly packaged pipette tips
INTEGRA Viaflo has introduced GREEN PACK™ - an environmentally friendly version of its GripTips™ pipette tips for use with its range of electronic pipettes
Applying automation to next generation sequencing sample prep
Agilent Automation Solutions has announced that it has posted a recording webinar 'Solutions for Applying Automation to Next-Generation Sequencing Sample Prep' online to enable scientists who missed the event to review the presented information
Preparative-scale purification of chemical and biological compounds
Available from Dorton Analytical (www.dortonanalytical.co.uk) the Octave™ Chromatography System is an automated chromatography platform designed for preparative-scale purification of chemical and biological compounds
Effect of pesticides on soil microbial community
A researcher from the Taiwan Agricultural Chemicals and Toxic Substances Research Institute reviewed the effect of pesticides on soil microflora from data of research carried out during the last 20 years
Producing solid fuel from non-recyclable agricultural plastics
US researchers developed a plastic-derived fuel production process that has been shown to be effective for non-recyclable plastics that are widely used in agriculture and normally discarded
Daily energy planning of a household photovoltaic panel
Researchers from Tunisia and France presented an energy planning approach which offers a daily optimum management of a household photovoltaic panel generation without using storage equipment
7th International Conference on Predictive Modelling of Food Quality and Safety (ICPMF7)
The organising committee of the 7th International Conference on Predictive Modelling of Food Quality and Safety (ICPMF7) invites you to join this much-anticipated conference in Dublin, Ireland, from the 12-15th September 2011
High integrity compound storage plate
Manufactured from ultra-pure grade polypropylene under clean room conditions the 2ml square deep well microplate from Porvair Sciences Ltd. is the 96-well plate of choice for laboratories tasked with high integrity compound storage, fraction collection and SPE collection
Fluidigm introduces world's first reusable biochip architecture
Fluidigm Corporation has announced it has developed the world's first reusable bio-chip architecture for the commercial market. These reusable integrated fluidic circuits (IFCs) will dramatically lower SNP genotyping costs and are designed to support accelerated sample throughput, while maintaining data quality of 99.75 percent or greater accuracy and 99 percent or greater call rates
Tackling the threat to food security caused by crop pests in the new millennium
A researcher from UK focused on the potential to reduce losses to pests as a route to improving agricultural yields
Urban agriculture, poverty, and food security
Researchers from Italy analyzed in a comparative international perspective the importance of urban agriculture for the urban poor and food insecure
Thermal performance of a vegetated cladding system on facade walls
Researchers from China assessed the effect of vegetation on the thermal performance of a vertical greening system, which comprised of turf-based vertical planting modules, on an elevated facade wall of a public housing apartment
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