Bioisostere generator

Mar 10 | Tools And Technology

Cresset released a new version of its FieldStere bioisostere generator. FieldStere delivers shorter lead optimization cycles to computational and medicinal chemists by enabling them to choose the best syntheses, to fine-tune portions of lead molecules, and to scaffold hop to expand into new areas of chemical space.

Rugged handheld computers

Feb 12 | Tools And Technology

Glacier Computer launched two new M3 Series handheld computer models, the M300 and M305. The M300 and M305 offers a rugged design, representing a new standard of data collection in harsh environments.

Platform for benchtop automation

Jan 27 | Tools And Technology

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. launched a new platform for benchtop automation at LabAutomation 2010. Centered around the new Thermo Scientific Orbitor microplate mover and powered by the Thermo Scientific Momentum 2.0 laboratory workflow software, this automation solution offers advanced user control and standardized real-time, data-driven decision making.

Atom-based fanless box PCs

Jan 19 | Tools And Technology

The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduced the UNO-2173A and UNO-2173AF fanless box PCs with 1.6GHz Atom-based CPUs. These models are equipped with Gigabit Ethernet ports, rich I/Os, 1 x Mini-PCIe socket for WLAN and 3G solutions, and Moblin (Mobile Linux) support.

Graphical analysis software

Jan 15 | Tools And Technology

Syrris has introduced the Atlas Reporting Software to enable easy graphical analysis of sophisticated log files generated by the Atlas Base Unit, Atlas Software, or Atlas Syringe Pump. Graphs can be created using the Wizard style software, which incorporates an easy-to-use, “drag and drop” interface.

LIMS solution

Jan 14 | Tools And Technology

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. will unveil a new LIMS solution within booth #2757 at PITTCON 2010. The company will showcase a new release of the Thermo Scientific Watson LIMS that offers enhanced functionality for large molecule bioanalysis in pharmaceutical and contract research organization laboratories.

Specialized beamforming module for PC platforms

12/22/2009 | Tools And Technology

Pentek is introducing two beamformer PCIe modules to its expansive product line. Each is a high-speed software radio board for processing baseband RF or IF signals and incorporates powerful beamforming functions. Created to accelerate system level design and lower system cost, the boards bring high-performance built-in features and connectivity to PC platforms.

EDS system for the masses

12/22/2009 | Tools And Technology

EDAX Inc. has launched its TEAM EDS system that puts the knowledge of an EDS expert into every analysis system. TEAM EDS with Smart Features provides analytical intelligence that allows users to obtain higher quality and more reliable results.  

Data management solutions for pH and ion measurements

12/14/2009 | Tools And Technology

Mettler Toledo introduced LabX Direct pH software for data management of pH and ion measurements. Lab X Direct pH software provides flexible data transfer to easily send data from any Mettler Toledo SevenGo, SevenEasy, or SevenMulti meter (Version 2.0) to Microsoft EXCEL or any other Windows-based application.  

Fanless box PC features redundant Ethernet ports

12/3/2009 | Tools And Technology

The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduced the UNO-3272, a Fanless Box PC equipped with a Celeron M 440 1.86GHz CPU, 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports with teaming function, 4 x serial communication ports (2 x RS-232 and 2 x RS-232/422/485 with Auto Flow Control), 2 x PCI expansion slots, audio, DVI-D, VGA dual video output, and 1 x external CompactFlash slot.

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Much ado about next to nothing

Mar 15

The recent review of the past 10 years of the National Nanotechnology Initiative--as presented by the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology--suggested the rise of nanomanufacturing as the near future of nanotechnology. But the actual proposed funding reflects a cautious approach, even about nanotech in general.

Lunar tires, space MRSA, and resonating microfluidics

Mar 5

I typically attend the annual Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy each year in pursuit of specific coverage. This year, I sought out candidates for coverage in a vacuum technology article, and pulled together some instruments for a spectroscopy guide. But as busy as that kept me, it wasn’t all mass spectrometers and vacuum pumps on the show floor.  

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NuGard Coating Ashburn Hill

Jan 7

NuGard First Response Protective Clothing are lightweight coveralls, jackets, and pants that provide protection from heat and flame while keeping the wearers body temperature constant.

Multi-Touch Music Maker

Jan 7

Professor David Wessel shows his multi-touch interface that uses computer technologies that allow him to experiment with fine controls to "caress" the instrument.