Purdue proves concept of using nano-materials for drug discovery
Researchers at Purdue University have built and demonstrated a prototype for a new class of miniature devices to study synthetic cell membranes in an effort to speed the discovery of new drugs for a variety of diseases, including cancer. The researchers created a chip about one centimeter square that holds thousands of tiny vessels sitting on top of a material that contains numerous pores...Researchers make surprise discovery that some neurons can transmit three signals at once
Generations of neuroscientists have been indoctrinated into believing that our senses, thoughts, feelings and movements are orchestrated by a communication network of brain cells, or neurons, each responsible for relaying one specific chemical message called a neurotransmitter. Either neurons release a neurotransmitter that excites a neighboring cell, thereby triggering an electrical discharge an...Once given 'no respect,' cells' tiny RNAS take driver's seat
Ribonucleic acid, or RNA, has long been thought to be important only to translate a gene's DNA into the proteins that are cells' workhorses. But new evidence shows that tiny bits of RNA not used to make proteins actually play central roles in normal biology and in the development of cancers. "Scientists have known for a few years that production of these tiny RNAs, known as microRNAs, is o...Once-dreaded leprosy 'replaced' by tuberculosis, say researchers
What caused leprosy ?a widely dreaded disease in medieval Europe ?to fade from the scene? By the 16th century, the scourge had practically disappeared there. Their conclusion is based upon th...Researchers offer proof-of-concept for Altered Nuclear Transfer
Scientists at Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research have successfully demonstrated that a theoretical--and controversial--technique for generating embryonic stem cells is indeed possible, at least in mice. The theory, called altered nuclear transfer (ANT), proposes that researchers first create genetically altered embryos that are unable to implant in a uterus, and then extract ste...ATX Ponceau S red staining solution from Sigma-Aldrich
Description:Packaging: 6 bottles for 1 l ready-to-use-solution...SYBR Green II RNA gel stain*10,000X concentrate in DMSO* from Molecular Probes (Invitrogen)
Description:is a sensitive nucleic acid gel stain that has bright fluorescence when bound to RNA and low background in gels, making it ideal for use with either formaldehyde/agarose or polyacrylamide gels using laser scanners or standard UV transilluminators. One mL stains 100 minigels. A 500 µL unit size (S-7564) and a special packaging (S-7586) are available....SYBR Green II RNA gel stain*10,000X concentrate in DMSO* from Molecular Probes (Invitrogen)
Description:is a sensitive nucleic acid gel stain that has bright fluorescence when bound to RNA and low background in gels, making it ideal for use with either formaldehyde/agarose or polyacrylamide gels using laser scanners or standard UV transilluminators. 500 µL stains 50 minigels. A 1 mL unit size (S-7568) and a special packaging (S-7586) are available....Higher gDNA Concentrations with the Perfect gDNA Blood Mini Kit by Varying the Final Elution Volume
by Varying the Final Elution Volume Eppendorf 5 Prime, Boulder, Colorado Perfect gDNA Blood Mini Kit protocol recommend...Higher gDNA Concentrations with the Perfect gDNA Blood Mini Kit by Varying the Final Elution Volume
by Varying the Final Elution Volume Eppendorf 5 Prime, Boulder, Colorado Perfect gDNA Blood Mini Kit protocol recommend...UW prof makes laser for scanning lots of information at once
Researchers can derive information about a material based on its sensitivity to different colors. This laser system allows them to try a full range of color...Ajanta Launches World's First Once-A-Day Nimesulide Oral Formulation
The Mumbai-based Ajanta Pharmaceuticals (APL) has launched its once-a-day 200mg controlled release nimesulide brand Nimlodi for arthritis. Nimlodi, which was developed by the Company through new drug delivery system, is the world's first once-a-day nimesulide brand for the treatment of arthritis. Ajanta, which manufactures both Allopathic and Ayurvedic medicines, developed this oral formu...Time to re-assess lung donation concept
According to researchers, it may be possible to increase the supply of lungs for transplant.There is always a shortage of organs for transplantation.// Researchers in San Francisco and Nashville have been looking at the supply of lungs for transplant. They note that currently 80 per cent of lungs are rejected. That's a very high number. Could the criteria for selection be too strict?...First head-to-head trials of once weekly Fosamax and Actonel therapies
The drug major Merck has launched the first two head-to-head clinical trials that compare the efficacy and tolerability of Fosamax (alendronate) once weekly 70mg and Actonel (risedronate) once-weekly 35mg. Fosamax and Actonel, both bisphosphonates indicated for the treatment of osteoporosis in post menopausal women are co-marketed by Aventis and Procter & Gamble through the Alliance for//...Once-Daily Cipro(R) XR for Treating Complicated Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are often caused by bacteria and are frequently treated with antibiotics, such as fluoroquinolones. Fluoroquinolones have been recommended empirical therapy for treatment of complicated UTIs. Research indicates that Ciprofloxacin has high activity against E. coli that causes the majority of these infections. This new extended release formulation of ciproflox...Bausch & Lomb Concentrated Cleaner
Description:Bausch & Lomb concentrated cleaner is a sterile, concentrated homogeneous surfactant solution containing alkyl ether sulfate, ethoxylated alkyl phenol, tri-quaternary cocoa-based phospholipid and silica gel as cleaning agents....Terrific Broth 10X Concentrate
Description:12% Tryptone, 24% Yeast Extract, 4.0% Glycerol. Supplied with 1 liter of 10x phosphate buffer (0190-1L)....Disposable Concentric Needle Electrodes
Description:Surgical-grade stainless steel disposable concentric needle with Trocar tip has an insulated platinum-alloy core and two attached 61-cm (24-in) lead wires. Needles sold in packages of 20....Disposable Detachable Concentric Needle Electrodes
Description:Surgical-grade stainless steel, detachable disposable concentric needle has a platinum-alloy core, color-coded cap, and a 2-mm (.08-in) brass plug connector. Needles sold in packages of 20. The 91-cm (36-in) shielded cable with 5-pin DIN connector is sold separately. The shielded cable is shipped nonsterile and may be autoclaved or disinfected (page 34). A starter kit containing two of each disp...Chi-Med Announces Positive Phase II Proof-of-Concept Data for HMPL-004 in Ulcerative Colitis
LONDON, 2 July2007: Chi-Med, the Hutchison Whampoa backed pharmaceutical andhealthcare Group, today announces positive results for its Phase IIproof-of-concept study...