Unique web portal for new and existing Thermo Scientific microplate reader users

MILFORD, MA., (Aug 31, 2007) – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today launched its new “Reading Room” website, which is dedicated to all aspects of microplate reading. The interactive tools and supporting material provide users with access to the right information at the right time. This also ensures that scientists can make informed choices on the extensive and growing range of Thermo Scientific microplate readers and accessories.

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Triplet of offers on oligo synthesis products

ASTON, Pennsylvania – 3Prime has today announced an exciting ‘Back-to-school’ promotion on three of its extensive product ranges. Users will receive discounts of up to 60% on all orders of: Prime Performance CPG; Retro Columns and Molecular Traps. The promotion runs until 1st November 2007.

Prime Performance CPG
3Prime’s controlled porosity glass is specifically intended for oligo synthesis applications and has been optimized for pore diameter, pore volume, specific surface area, bulk density and ligand distribution. 3Prime has also perfected end-capping techniques to minimize n-x impurities by blocking potentially active side-sites.

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Free T3 (fT3) assay completes Olympus thyroid function test panel

London 30.08.2007 – Olympus has introduced the AU3000i free T3 (fT3) assay for the measurement of free T3 in human serum or plasma. Within Europe, the addition of this new competitive immunoassay completes the Olympus thyroid function test panel, which already includes the other thyroid related hormones TSH, fT4, T4 and T3. This means the AU3000i immunoassay system can assist in the efficient diagnosis of thyroid disorders.

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Free T3 (fT3) completes Olympus thyroid function test panel

Hamburg, 28.08.2007 – Olympus has introduced a free T3 (fT3) assay in human serum/plasma for its AU3000i immunoassay analyser. In the European markets, the addition of this new competitive immunoassay completes the Olympus thyroid function test panel, which already includes the other thyroid related hormones TSH, fT4, T4 and T3. This means the AU3000i immunoassay system can assist in the efficient diagnosis of any thyroid disorder.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Aug. 28, 2007 — Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) today announced that William Molnar has joined the company as vice president and general manager of the Stratagene Division.

Most recently, Molnar was vice president and general manager of EMD Chemicals’ Lab business where he led the merger of the biosciences and lab chemical businesses. He brings to Stratagene more than 20 years of senior management experience in marketing, business development, manufacturing and sales in lab chemicals, analytics and bioscience reagents.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., and VIENNA, Austria, Aug. 24, 2007 – The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) today announced the launch of the Center for Bioinformatic and Clinical Proteins (CBCP) Web site, which features a database containing information on 4,244 human proteins, including many related to cancer. The database, which was developed using Agilent Technologies’ (NYSE: A) HPLC-Chip/Mass Spectrometry (MS) system, will aid researchers in efforts to identify proteins and discover biomarkers associated with various types of cancer.

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., and DENVER, August 24, 2007 – Agilent Technologies (NYSE: A) and the National Jewish Medical and Research Center have announced a collaborative effort to provide applications-focused technical training in the fast-emerging field of systems biology. The alliance unites Agilent’s comprehensive suite of solutions for proteomics, genomics and metabolomics with the scientific and diagnostic expertise of scientists at the nation’s premier respiratory hospital.

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Complete binding parameter determination with only 200 µl of sample

Northampton, MA — August 23, 2007– Researchers can now achieve gold standard binding affinities with only 200 μl of sample in the new iTC200 Isothermal Titration Calorimeter from MicroCal. The iTC200 determines all binding parameters both label free and without the need for immobilization, using as little as 5 to 10 µg of protein. Requiring no assay development or dedicated user, the unit is designed to address the needs of drug discovery and development in such applications as hit selection, lead optimization and binding characterization. With its reduced size and associated sample requirements, the iTC200 is the fastest Isothermal Titration Calorimeter available on the market.

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The Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2 cabinet combines exceptional safety and ergonomics with cost-effective operation

MILFORD, MA., (August 22, 2007) – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, today introduced the new Thermo Scientific 1300 Series A2 Class II biological safety cabinet. The 1300 Series platform offers the highest levels of safety and reliability with significantly improved energy efficiency, simpler operation and less maintenance than traditional cabinets. These features make both the 4 foot and 6 foot wide models a good choice for all laboratories that require stringent safety performance with reduced energy consumption.

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Rapid testing with TestPack® from Inverness Medical

Bedford, UK, 20th August, 2007: Inverness Medical’s TestPack® range enables healthcare professionals to test for early pregnancy with two rapid, highly sensitive diagnostic tests - TestPack® hCG Urine and TestPack® hCG Combo. Early detection of pregnancy, especially in a hospital environment, allows the mother to avoid exposing the developing foetus to potentially harmful tests, chemicals and environments.

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