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Microbiology control testing simplified with one-step method
Stratix Labs has unveiled Instant Inoculator QC microorganisms, a ready-to-use product that delivers reference microorganisms to solid media with a simple one-step method.
Collaboration on production process development of mRNA vaccines
BioNet, a leading biotechnology company, and BIA Separations, now part of Sartorius, has announced the successful development of an optimised mRNA manufacturing process.
Comment from BIVDA on Budget announcements
BIVDA, the UK’s leading association for in vitro diagnostics (IVD) technology and innovation, recently responded to Budget announcements from Chancellor Rishi Sunak.
Column oven for high-performance liquid chromatography
Torrey Pines Scientific has launched its new EchoTherm HPLC Column Oven Model CO20.
Olympus Global Image of the Year contest launched
Olympus’ third annual Global Image of the Year Life Science Light Microscopy Award is now open for entries.
Monoclonal antibodies to Cryptosporidium parvum
ViroStat has released two new rabbit monoclonal antibodies that are reactive with oocysts of Cryptosporidium parvum.
investment required in key enablers of the UK's diagnostic sector
The British In Vitro Diagnostics Association is calling for investment in key enablers that support the UK diagnostic sector’s capacity to tackle care backlogs, drive innovation and prepare for potential future pandemics.
Delivering new insights at Lab Innovations
Director of laboratory sustainability consultancy Green Light Laboratories Andy Evans will present new insights into laboratory sustainability at the UK’s largest annual trade show for the laboratory industry, Lab Innovations.
Showcasing ketone and glucose handheld analyser at Medica
EKF Diagnostics will be exhibiting live and in person at Medica 2021 (Hall 3 Stand B71) for the first time in mainland Europe in two years.
Real-time PCR detection systems for in vitro diagnostics
Bio-Rad Laboratories has launched the CFX Opus 96 Dx System and the CFX Opus 384 Dx System, real-time PCR detection systems listed with the US FDA for IVD testing and that meet the CE-IVD requirement for IVD use in Europe.
Deployment of LIMS across One Dorset Pathology network
The One Dorset Pathology network is up and running with its new CliniSys laboratory information system following a big-bang go-live at all three of its laboratories.
Partnership to achieve full laboratory automation in Ireland
Beckman Coulter has announced a continuing partnership with Mayo University Hospital, working together to achieve full laboratory automation, tackling the challenges brought by an increased workload and diminishing staff.
Update to labCONSOL automation software released
H.E.L Group has released the latest version of its laboratory automation software, labCONSOL 1.2. The new functionality enhances the intuitive user experience to increase laboratory productivity and efficiency, and facilitate process automation.
Simplifying standard fluorescence imaging and expression checks
The latest Olympus DP series microscope camera, the DP23M monochrome camera, continues the series’ reputation for delivering high-quality images.
Improved prescribing of antibiotics for bacterial infections
Test and Treat has launched a novel point-of-care (POC) technology that identifies bacterial infection and a quantitative antibiotic susceptibility profile in less than two hours.
Cepheid receives CE mark for rapid molecular diagnostic test
Cepheid has received the CE mark for Xpert Xpress CoV-2/Flu/RSV plus, a rapid molecular diagnostic test for the viruses causing COVID-19, influenza A and B, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections from a single patient sample.
Collaboration to develop AI-based digital pathology applications
Roche and Ibex Medical Analytics will develop an image analysis workflow for pathologists to access Ibex’s AI algorithms, insights, and decision support tools using NAVIFY Digital Pathology, the cloud version of Roche's uPath enterprise software.
Veterinary haematology CPD webinar hosted by HORIBA
Following the success of its inaugural CPD veterinary online meeting, HORIBA UK has announced that it is to host another in its free-to-attend educational series.
Transfusion in Haemopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients SHOT webinar
The SHOT team will host a webinar on Tuesday 19 October, 1300–1400 BST, on Transfusion in Haemopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Click on this story for the link to register.
Launch of pan-malaria monoclonal antibodies
ViroStat has released new parasitic lactate dehydrogenase (pLDH) monoclonal antibodies, which can be powerful immunoassay tools for malaria detection.
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