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Image: The low cost microscope system constructed to perform multiple simultaneous time-lapse studies on various cell types (Photo courtesy of Adam Lynch).

High-Tech Microscope Constructed for Low Cost

The direct visualization of cells for the purpose of studying their motility has typically required expensive microscopy equipment; however, recent advances in digital sensors mean that it is now possible to image cells for a fraction of the price of a standard microscope.  More...
08 Dec 2014
Image: The new Cytation 5 Cell Imaging Multi-Mode Reader, a modular, upgradable multimode reader that combines automated digital microscopy and conventional microplate reader with filter- and monochromator-based detection technology (Photo courtesy of BioTek Instruments).

Second-Generation Imaging and Reader System Introduced

An innovative single-instrument platform for microplate reading and real-time cell imaging replaces multiple modules and software interfaces, yet is simple to set up and operate. Now the second-generation includes added functionality that further enhances the high performance of both the microscopy and microplate modes.  More...
07 Dec 2014
Image: The OJ Bio innovative mobile prototype successfully provides quick and accurate point-of-care diagnosis of flu and other respiratory conditions, and has potential for detection of a wide range of other diseases (Photo courtesy of OJ Bio).

Innovative Mobile Device Rapidly Diagnoses Respiratory Infectious Diseases

Prototype development of novel platform technology has been successfully completed for the rapid, low-cost point-of-care diagnosis of flu and other respiratory conditions, and has potential for detection of a wide range of other diseases.  More...
03 Dec 2014
Image: The membrane-based microfluidic device for the deglycerolization of red blood cells (Photo courtesy of Oregon State University).

Cryopreservation Significantly Extends Shelf Life of Blood

A method to rapidly prepare frozen red blood cells for transfusions has been reported, which may offer an important new way to manage the world's blood supply.  More...
02 Dec 2014
The PacBio RSII system for monitoring and analyzing single molecule, real-time (SMRT) sequencing reactions (Photo courtesy of Pacific Biosciences)

Human Genome Mapping Gaps Found by Latest Technology

Thousands of never-before-seen genetic variants in the human genome have been uncovered using a new genome sequencing technology and these discoveries close many human genome mapping gaps that have long resisted sequencing.  More...
26 Nov 2014
Image: The cytosponge exiting the gel capsule after being swallowed (Photo courtesy of Plexus).

Sponge on a String Could Replace Endoscopy

A sponge on a string that is easily swallowed could replace traditional endoscopy as an equally effective but less invasive way of diagnosing a condition that can be a forerunner of esophageal cancer.  More...
24 Nov 2014
Image: IC 3D technology rapidly detects bacterial infection in blood samples (Photo courtesy of University of California, Irvine).

DNA-Based Droplet System Rapidly Detects Bacterial Infection in the Bloodstream

A new test for bacterial infection in the bloodstream is based on an innovative DNA labeling and particle counting system.  More...
23 Nov 2014
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