Bionity.COM Newsletter No. 35/2010, 09/08/2010

New Products and Services

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Field-Flow-Fractionation, another method to separate difficult samples
Eclipse 3 AFFF System
The Eclipse 3 is a state-of-the-art separation system using the asymmetric flow Field Flow Fractionation (AFFF) technique. The Eclipse integrates easily with Wyatt's multi-angle light scattering (MALS) instruments...

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Ritmo 05 - Elegance and simplicity of metering
Absolutely tight metering pumps by positive-controlled valve technology
Ritmo 05 Metering Pumps are high precision Metering Pumps with high value full PTFE design, positive-controlled valve technology and stepping motor drive for variable membrane movement...

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Heat Seals for PCR, Storage & Life Science Applications...
The new foils are precision engineered to an exact thickness and come colour-coded to enable easy identification of the different types. In addition, the pre-cut foil sheets are marked to ensure that they are always used the right way up, thus minimising possible damage to the sealing head of a thermal heat sealer which can occur when a foil is inserted the wrong way up...

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Protection for antibodies and antigens coated on plates!
For long-term stability of antibodies coated on ELISA-plates, affinity columns and other surfaces
Long-term stability at 4°C. Industrial stabilizer solutions are now affordable for any laboratory. Even moist storage is possible, but with shorter shelf life....

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BIOSTAT^® A plus - compact autoclavable fermenter | bioreactor system
The BIOSTAT^® Aplus is a compact, autoclavable fermentor | bioreactor system specially designed for preliminary or investigational R&D. The application-driven, pre-configured packages for microbial and cell culture include everything needed to get started immediately. Available with interchangeable 1 L, 2 L, or 5 L culture vessels...

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Life Science loves Limsophy
New possibilities for the information management in your lab
AAC Infotray AG has developed a new product line which inspires people from Research and Analytics. Limsophy supports cross-departmental thinking and acting. "Philosophy of Limsophy" means integrated information management....

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First Automated Cell Counter that Fits Into the Palm of the Hand
Eliminates tedious cell counting and provides immediate insights into cell health
The Scepter^TM, the industry's first handheld, automated cell counter represents a breakthrough for life science researchers. Unlike any other cell counter, this handheld device provides researchers with a simple and affordable automated option for counting cells and monitoring the health of their cultures...

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CAMAB^TM - antibodies derived from camels enhance bioanalytical methods
preclinics offers camelid antibodies and supplies for immunoassays
A unique class of vertebrate immunoglobulins is now commercially available at preclinics GmbH, Potsdam/Germany. In addition to the custom immunization of New World camelids (llamas, alpacas) preclinics offers its first purified antibodies. Appropriate secondary antibodies are offered as well...

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Biotech News

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Latest News from Biotechnology and Pharma from 09/01/2010 to 09/07/2010

Researchers Identify Protein that Fights West Nile Virus
09/07/2010 - Yale and McGill University scientists have identified a protein that is critical in fighting mosquito-borne West Nile Virus in mice. This finding could have therapeutic implications for controlling th...
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BASF Plant Science identifies case of low level comingling in Amflora fields in Sweden
In-house quality control identifies small quantity of Amadea potatoes in Amflora fields
09/07/2010 - BASF Plant Science identified extremely small quantities of Amadea potatoes in Amflora fields planted in Northern Sweden during the course of the regular inhouse quality controls. The Swedish competen...
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BioEquality: Improving the Safety of Gene Technologically Manufactured Biopharmaceuticals
09/07/2010 - Within the ZIM funded BioEquality project the Frauenhofer Institute SCAI, the A&M STABTEST GmbH and the MassMap GmbH & Co. KG will develop a software for the automated analysis of the quality of Bioph...
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Broadvector $8.5m IPO to develop prostate cancer and hip repair therapies
09/07/2010 - Broadvector Limited has lodged a prospectus with ASIC to raise up to $8.5 million to advance the clinical development of a new prostate cancer therapy and a second therapy that repairs the common prob...
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Acacia Pharma to progress two projects for nause & vomiting and xerostomia into clinical development
09/07/2010 - Acacia Pharma announced the initiation of two clinical development programmes: APD421 for the prevention and treatment of nausea & vomiting; and APD515 for the treatment of xerostomia (dry mouth). Cli...
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Eclectic Enzymes
Easily Modified Building Blocks for Drug Design
09/06/2010 - In the pursuit of biologically active compounds, it is often necessary to be able to control the stereochemistry at predefined positions in a molecular skeleton. The search for ways to prepare chiral ...
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Gilson Launches www.pipetman.eu, A New Online Store for the European Market
09/06/2010 - Gilson S.A.S proudly announces the launch of www.pipetman.eu, a new online web shop that caters specifically to the European scientific market.
Unveiled on August 1, 2010, www.pipetman.eu provides ...
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DM Corporation and ORF Genetics to Collaborate on Protein Drugs
An MOU Signed During Official Visit of Mrs. Preneet Kau, Indian Minister of State for External Affairs, to Iceland
09/06/2010 - The Indian company DM Corporation and ORF Genetics are to collaborate on the development, production and marketing of protein drugs. Mr. Dilip Mohite, Chairman and Managing Director of DM Corporation ...
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EUCODIS appoints Dr. David Rozzell and Dr. Ulf Bethke to Realigned Advisory Board
09/06/2010 - EUCODIS Bioscience announced the appointment of two seasoned biotechnology executives to its Advisory Board. The new appointees are Dr. David Rozzell, founder of BioCatalytics (now Codexis) and curren...
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CLC bio expanding US operations with new offices and hirings
09/06/2010 - CLC bio is currently ramping up their efforts in both North and South America as a direct response to the increasing data analysis demands throughout the life science sector. Per September 1st, CLC bi...
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Evotec Completes Acquisition of DeveloGen
09/03/2010 - Following the successful fulfilment of various Closing conditions, the sellers of 99.3% of the shares in DeveloGen AG transferred their shares to Evotec AG. Evotec AG issues 6,750,014 new Evotec Shar...
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Addex drug-candidate effective in Alzheimer's disease model
09/03/2010 - Addex Pharmaceuticals Ltd announced that it has observed efficacy in a model of Alzheimer's disease using a recently discovered orally-available drug-candidate. The proprietary molecule specifically ...
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European collaborative research to develop lab-on-chip system for cheap and fast cancer diagnosis
09/03/2010 - At the Engineering in Medicine and Biology Conference (EMBC) in Buenos Aires (Argentina), imec and its project partners announce the launch of the European Seventh Framework Project MIRACLE. The MIRAC...
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New CEO and new Chairman of the Board at Q-Med AB
09/03/2010 - Bengt Ågerup leaves his position as CEO of Q-Med. The Board has appointed Maria Carell as his successor. Anders Milton, who has been a member of Q-Med's Board since 1997 and Chairman since 2009, ha...
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Epistem Announce Agency Agreement With Veritas Japan
09/03/2010 - Epistem plc announced that its Contract Research Services division has entered into an agreement with the Veritas Corporation to exclusively market and distribute Epistem's scientific research service...
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RecipharmCobra Biologics Announces Patent for Novel Antibiotic-Free Plasmid Maintenance System
09/02/2010 - RecipharmCobra Biologics announced that it has been granted European and United States patents for its novel plasmid maintenance system. Classically, genes of interest are inserted into plasmids with ...
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'Co-conspirator' cells could hold key to melanoma prediction, prevention
09/02/2010 - New research on how skin cancer begins has identified adjacent cancer cells that scientists are calling "co-conspirators" in the genesis of melanoma, in findings that could someday hold the key to pre...
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Vetter opens new sales office at Illinois Science + Technology Park in suburban Chicago
09/02/2010 - VIn keeping with its strategy of U.S. growth and expansion, Vetter announced that it has opened a new sales office at the Illinois Science +Technology Park in Skokie. The office will be managed by Mr....
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Microplasmin Meets Primary Endpoint in Second Phase III Trial in VMA, Confirms Positive Findings of First Trial
09/02/2010 - ThromboGenics NV announced that its second Phase III trial evaluating microplasmin for the non-surgical treatment of vitreomacular adhesion (VMA) has met its primary endpoint. Importantly, the trial ...
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Compendia Bioscience awarded $1.3 million in SBIR Fast Track funds
09/02/2010 - Compendia Bioscience, Inc. announced the award of $1.3 million in SBIR Fast Track funds to incorporate micro-RNA data and analyses into the Oncomine platform.
Cancer is a highly complex disease in...
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Going live to the beating heart
09/01/2010 - "Please hold absolutely still": This instruction is crucial for patients being examined by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). It is the only way to obtain clear images for diagnosis. Up to now, it was...
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Meda acquires Alaven, a US specialty pharma company
09/01/2010 - Meda has signed an agreement to acquire the US specialty pharmaceutical company Alaven. The acquisition will significantly enhance Meda’s marketing capabilities in the US and expand the therapeutic fo...
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BIOCRATES Life Sciences AG and Selexis SA join forces to further optimize high-yield mammalian cell cultures
09/01/2010 - BIOCRATES Life Sciences AG and Selexis SA have entered into a co-development agreement to further increase drug substance yields from mammalian cell cultures. Because most protein therapeutics require...
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Microfluidic device allows collection, analysis of hard-to-handle immune cells
Ability to gently collect neutrophils may improve understanding of immune response to serious injury
09/01/2010 - A team led by Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) scientists has developed a new microfluidic tool for quickly and accurately isolating neutrophils – the most abundant type of white blood cell – from...
http://www.bionity.com/news/e/122244/

Study points to key genetic driver of severe allergic asthma
09/01/2010 - Scientists have identified a genetic basis for determining the severity of allergic asthma in experimental models of the disease. The study may help in the search for future therapeutic strategies to ...
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Catalogues and Brochures

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New Chromatography Products Catalogue!
Tosoh Bioscience features the company's liquid chromatography product lines - the silica and polymer based, porous and non porous TSK-GEL columns as well as the Toyoscreen resin screening columns and the Toyopearl and TSK-GEL resins...

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HACH LANGE catalogue
Practical solutions - parameter by parameter
The HACH LANGE product range covers the complete spectrum of parameters in water analysis. From wastewater, drinking water to process water. Whether in the lab or in the field. We have the right solutions for you...

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For Research on Ubiquitin and Proteasome: The New Boston Biochem Catalogue 2010
Ubiquitin and Ubiquitin related products are your daily bread? Than have a look at the new Boston Biochem Catalogue and order your fill...

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