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Two days of oatmeal reduce cholesterol level

Study shows that positive effects are still evident even six weeks later

A short-term oat-based diet appears to be surprisingly effective at reducing the cholesterol level. This is indicated by a trial by the University of Bonn, which has now been published in the journal Nature Communications. The participants suffered from a metabolic syndrome – a combination of ...

Afternoon naps clear up the brain and improve learning ability

Study shows the active role of short sleep phases in adjusting the strength of transmission between neurons

Even a short afternoon nap can help the brain recover and improve its ability to learn. In a study published on January 22, 2026, in the journal NeuroImage, researchers at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg and the University of Geneva show that even a nap is enough to reorganize ...

Exciva raises €51 million in Series B

“If the results of the phase 2 trial are positive, it will be a significant step forward in symptomatic treatment options for patients with Alzheimer’s disease”

Exciva GmbH, a biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutic compounds for the treatment of neuropsychiatric conditions, announces the closing of a €51 million ($59m) Series B financing round. Gimv and EQT Life Sciences co-led the round. Additional participants included new ...

Cell Stretching Bioreactors for Life Science Research

Used in over 1300 laboratories worldwide, and cited in over 9000 research publications

Applies a defined, controlled, static or variable duration cyclic tension to 2D/3D cell cultures ✓ Multiple frequencies and waveforms can be programmed via FlexSoft software in one regimen ✓ Simulates in vivo strains in cells from muscle, lung, heart, skin, tendon, cartilage, and bone ✓...

Empty-to-Full Capsid Ratio Analysis For AAV-based Gene Therapy

Results within a day! Accurately measure protein & DNA simultaneously using ddPCR Technology

Sample Type - Crude lysate or purified samples, from as little as 2 µl (106 virus particles) ✓ Faster, highly precise results - CV <5%, up to 14 samples per plate in less than 1 day ✓ Simplified data analysis –simultaneous results for genome titer, capsid titer, empty-full ratio ✓...

Digital membrane chromatography opens up new horizons in protein analysis

Gentle and rapid purification of proteins using electrical voltage

Gentle elution ✓ Fast purification process ✓ Minimal buffer consumption ✓...

Hamamatsu Photonics Deutschland GmbH

Herrsching, Germany

Hamamatsu Photonics is a leading global manufacturer of optoelectronic components and systems. The Components division develops optoelectronic sensors. The spectrum ranges from CCD and CMOS detectors and photo ICs to photomultipliers. These components are used by our customers in the automotive, ...

Thermo Fisher Scientific GmbH

Dreieich, Germany

Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science. We enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With our brand Thermo Scientific we offer solutions for Chromatography, Elemental Analysis, Mass Spectrometry, Molecular Spectroscopy as well as Laboratory ...

Consarctic GmbH

Westerngrund, Germany

Consarctic is a full-service provider of life science cryotechnology with decades of experience in the cryopreservation and cryostorage of biological samples. We enjoy a reputation among our customers for designing and implementing turnkey cryobanks according to their specific requirements and ...

Monoclonal Antibody Analysis by Microfluidic Modulation Spectroscopy in a Complex Formulation Buffer

Complex Formulation Buffer of 1 to 150 mg/mL

MMS is a powerful infrared spectroscopy tool for protein structural analysis, providing significant improvements compared to conventional techniques.

Robust and Repeatable Nanoparticle Drug Delivery Characterization with FFF-MALS-DLS

This article highlights a study demonstrating the benefits of FFF-MALS-DLS for the char- acterization of nanolipid particles

Bioreactor control system for precise fermentation in biopharma applications

Reliable gravimetric feed control using balances

With gravimetric feed control using a balance, you can be sure of efficient, accurate, and reliable process control

ARC in Karolinska Institutet

ARC in Karolinska Institutet The Aging Research Centre (ARC) in Karolinska Institutet was established in the year 2000, is a multidisciplinary center in which both the medical university Karolinska Institutet (KI) and Stockholm University (SU) are collaborating. The administration of the ...

ASCB Public Service Award

ASCB Public Service Award The American Society for Cell Biology 's highest honor for Public Service , the ASCB Public Service Award is for outstanding national leadership in support of biomedical research. The awardees are selected by the ASCB Public Policy Committee . Awardees *2006 Barbara ...

ASK-1

ASK-1 Apoptosis signal-regulating kinase 1, ASK-1, is part of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) cascade. In humans it is also known as "mitogen-activated protein kinase kinase kinase 5", abbreviated as "MAP3K5". Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling cascades include ...

Academisch Medisch Centrum (AMC)

The Academic Medical Center (AMC) is the most prominent medical center in the Netherlands and one of the largest hospitals. The AMC complex houses the university hospital and the medical faculty of the University of Amsterdam, as well the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience and the medical ...

ACIB GmbH

The "Austrian Research Centre of Industrial Biotechnology (ACIB)" pools the expertise of the best scientists from seven Austrian universities in the field of industrial biotechnology and integrates renowned national and international biotechnology companies and research institutions as project ...

AESKU.KIPP INSTITUTE

The AESKU.KIPP INSTITUTE in Wendelsheim, Germany, forms a new basis for continuous, interdisciplinary and international research and further education in the field of autoimmunity. According to experts, the unusual synthesis of networked scientific expertise and clear practical orientation sets ...

ABDA – Bundesvereinigung Deutscher Apothekerverbände e. V.

ABIC Foundation

The ABIC Foundation is overseen by a board of directors with representation from several countries. It is a not-for-profit corporation based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The ABIC Foundation was formed June 12, 1998, following the successful completion of ABIC ’98. It was established to ...

Academic Alliance Foundation

The Academic Alliance Foundation is a US non-profit organization whose mission is to overcome the burden of infectious diseases in sub-Saharan Africa by building healthcare institutions and strengthening academic medical institutions. AAF stems from a unique partnership between experienced North ...

Rotor-Gene Q - Pure Detection

Real-time PCR cycler

Quantitative, real-time PCR is a precision science that places high demands on the instrument, chemistry, and software. QIAGEN’s Rotor-Gene Q real-time PCR cycler combines multiple optimized design features to provide consistent performance and reliable results. The rotary principle of the ...

The foodproof® RoboPrep+ Series: the First Automated Pathogen Detection System for the Food Industry

New liquid handling platform for the automation of sample preparation and PCR setup

For a laboratory performing high-throughput routine testing of food samples, automation of analyses is key for greater efficiency. The new foodproof® RoboPrep+ Series, offered by BIOTECON Diagnostics, is the first commercially available system for automated food sample preparation and subsequent ...

Fast characterization of suspensions by nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA)

Multi-parameter analysis of vesicles, viruses, nanomagnets or nanobubbles even at low concentrations

Nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA) is a single particle technique traditionally known for size and concentration determination of in liquid dispersed nanoparticles. By analysis of Brownian motion, size is measured independent from particle material. The visualization of the particles allows ...

A Rough Guide to Spotting Bad Science

A brief detour from chemistry, branching out into science in general today. This graphic looks at the different factors that can contribute towards ‘bad’ science – it was inspired by the research I carried out for the recent aluminium chlorohydrate graphic, where many articles linked the compound ...

2018’s biggest science stories

As we head into 2019, it’s time to take a look back at some of the biggest science news stories over the past year. This year’s science news featured water on Mars, the effects of e-cigarettes, new types of isomerism and bonding, and more! 2018 saw a number of significant discoveries in science. ...

A Basic Guide to Decoding Organic Compound Names

If you’ve ever looked on the back of a bottle of shampoo, or at that of a household cleaner, you’ve probably come across a list of organic compound names. To chemists, these are precise descriptions of the compounds, but to non-chemists, they can sometimes just look like some kind of ...

Make Your QM 6x More Efficient With an Integrated, AI-Powered, End-to-End Solution

Rising regulatory demands and paper-based Quality Management processes create delays and frustration. Traditional ERP systems fall short, while specialized tools fragment the IT landscape. Tenthpin Intelligent Quality Suite is your one-stop shop for AI-powered Quality Management solutions, ...

How You Can Make Your Certificate Approval Fast and Efficient

Discover how Tenthpin Intelligent Certificate VerificAItion (T/ICV) speeds up and enhances certificate approvals using AI and Large Language Models. T/ICV automates handling, matching, and verification in under 5 minutes per document; boosting transparency and reducing errors. Watch our webinar ...

Simplifying the Flash Purification Process Leveraging TLC and Mass Spectrometry

Synthesis, purification, and confirmation often pose challenges in the lab. From achieving a successful synthesis, setting up flash purification, and confirming fraction ID, the process can be lengthy and repetitive. This webinar introduces the foundations of flash purification and a novel ...

PCR thermal cyclers

particle analyzers

mass spectrometers

Topic world Antibodies

Antibodies are specialized molecules of our immune system that can specifically recognize and neutralize pathogens or foreign substances. Antibody research in biotech and pharma has recognized this natural defense potential and is working intensively to make it therapeutically useful. From ...

Topic world Pipetting

Pipetting is one of the most basic yet critical techniques in the laboratory. It enables the precise and controlled transfer of liquids, which is essential for accurate measurements and reliable results. Whether in DNA analysis, cell culture or biochemical assays, correct pipetting significantly ...

Topic world Photometry

Photometry, the measurement of light intensity in relation to interaction with molecules, is a key tool in chemistry and life sciences. It enables researchers to determine concentrations of substances in solutions, follow reaction kinetics or check the quality of samples and provides valuable ...