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Porvair Sciences Develops 96-Well Ultra-Pure Grade Polypropylene Round Deep Plate for Sterile Biological Applications

Porvair Sciences has developed the first 96-well round deep well plate that genuinely delivers 2.00 ml liquid capacity / well in an automation compatible SLAS / ANSI footprint. The revolutionary "common wall" design provides a full 2ml round well, round bottom well within a 45mm height limit, thus ensuring full compatibility with most plate handling equipment.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 4 Sep 2013

Queen Mary University of London Researcher Designs Synthetic Polymer for Stopping HIV Virus

A precisely designed macromolecule that mimics the binding of HIV to immune system cells could be used to stop the virus from physically entering the body, according to a new study led by a materials scientist at Queen Mary University of London.

From Queen Mary University of London 4 Sep 2013

Zwick/Roell to Host the 22nd Annual International testXpo Forum October 14 to 17

Zwick/Roell, the worldwide leader in quality assurance and materials testing solutions, will be hosting the 22nd annual International testXpo Forum here October 14 to 17, 2013. The forum, which attracts customers of Zwi...

From ZwickRoell GmbH Co. KG 20 Aug 2013

USDA Awards Microvi Grant to Develop Butanol Production Technology

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded Microvi Biotechnologies a grant to develop a breakthrough technology to dramatically improve the yield and performance of biobutanol processes. The technology overcomes toxic and inhibitory effects on butanol producing microorganisms, a major bottleneck in scaling existing biobutanol processes.

9 Aug 2013

Heliae Raises New Funding to Expand Commercial Facility to Produce Algae Products

Heliae, a spinout from Arizona State University, has announced it has raised $28.4 million in funding from existing and new investors. The funding will be used to support the operation and expansion of Heliae’s first commercial facility in Gilbert, Ariz.

8 Aug 2013

Simpler Technique for Creating Biomolecular Gradients

Scientists use tools called gradients to understand how molecules interact in biological systems. Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new technique for creating biomolecular gradients that is both simpler than existing techniques and that creates additional surface characteristics that allow scientists to monitor other aspects of molecular behavior.

29 Jul 2013

Duke Researchers Develop New Biomaterial to Regenerate Back Discs

Cell therapies may stop or reverse the pain and disability of degenerative disc disease and the loss of material between vertebrae, according to Duke University scientists.

17 Jul 2013

Horiba Scientific Launch OpenPlex Benchtop Platform for Label-Free Analysis of Molecular Interactions

HORIBA Scientific, global leader in SPR Imaging, just announced the launch of OpenPlex, a powerful and flexible research platform for real time analysis of label-free molecular interactions in a multiplex format.

From HORIBA 11 Jul 2013

ThyssenKrupp to Inaugurate Bio-Based Chemical Fermentation Plant at Saxony-Anhalt

Europe’s first multi-purpose fermentation plant for the continuous production of bio-based chemicals is being inaugurated in Leuna, Saxony-Anhalt/Germany today. Built at a cost of around 20 million euros, the facility will enable ThyssenKrupp to further expand its research and development activities in the area of biochemicals based on renewable raw materials. Among other things, these biochemicals are used as starting materials for biodegradable plastics such as polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene succinate (PBS).

11 Jul 2013

Professor Dr. Nicolai Cramer of EPF Lausanne receives BASF Catalysis Award 2013

For his outstanding research contributions to catalytic processes in synthesis of biologically active molecules, Professor Dr. Nicolai Cramer is receiving the BASF Catalysis Award 2013. Professor Cramer heads the laboratory of asymmetric catalysis and synthesis at the École Polytechnique Fédérale (EPF) in Lausanne, Switzerland.

From BASF Corporation 1 Jul 2013

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Biomaterials News

Porvair Sciences Develops 96-Well Ultra-Pure Grade Polypropylene Round Deep Plate for Sterile Biological Applications

Queen Mary University of London Researcher Designs Synthetic Polymer for Stopping HIV Virus

Zwick/Roell to Host the 22nd Annual International testXpo Forum October 14 to 17

USDA Awards Microvi Grant to Develop Butanol Production Technology

Heliae Raises New Funding to Expand Commercial Facility to Produce Algae Products

Simpler Technique for Creating Biomolecular Gradients

Duke Researchers Develop New Biomaterial to Regenerate Back Discs

Horiba Scientific Launch OpenPlex Benchtop Platform for Label-Free Analysis of Molecular Interactions

ThyssenKrupp to Inaugurate Bio-Based Chemical Fermentation Plant at Saxony-Anhalt

Professor Dr. Nicolai Cramer of EPF Lausanne receives BASF Catalysis Award 2013

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How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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