8 PRODUCT MOGRIFY

Mogrify introduces EpiMOGRIFY platform to systematically identify epigenetic switches driving cell identity and cell maintenance

Mogrify, a UK company aiming to transform the development of ex vivo cell therapies and pioneer the field of in vivo reprogramming therapies, has launched EpiMOGRIFY. The platform models the epigenetic state of the cell to predict the switches important for cell identity, cell maintenance, directed differentiation and cell conversion.
EpiMOGRIFY is an extension of the Company’s proprietary direct cellular conversion technology, MOGRIFY, and enables the identification of the optimal culture conditions required to maintain cells in chemically defined media. This can be applied in cGMP manufacture and enhances directed differentiation or cell conversion to support the development of scalable off-the-shelf therapies for diseases with a high unmet clinical need.
EpiMOGRIFY combines gene-regulatory information with a model of a cell’s epigenetic landscape and leverages changes in the level of DNA-histone methylation (H3K4me3 modifications). The platform utilizes data from more than 100 human cell/tissue types (available via the ENCODE and Epigenome Roadmap consortia) to accurately define culture conditions that can maintain the cell identity or induce cell conversion.
The predictive power of EpiMOGRIFY has been validated in two ways: cell maintenance and differentiation. EpiMOGRIFY-predicted factors are able to maintain astrocytes and cardiomyocytes in vitro in chemically defined media and promote the generation of astrocytes and cardiomyocytes from neural progenitors and embryonic stem cells, respectively. In both cell maintenance and differentiation, EpiMOGRIFY defined conditions performed as well as or better in all cases when compared to existing undefined conditions, significantly increasing cell growth and survival, as well as resulting in a higher differentiation efficiency.
For more information, visit: https://mogrify.co.uk/science/#epimogrify
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9 PRODUCT TESTA

TESTA Analytical develops compact, high-res chromatography flowmeter

TESTA Analytical Solutions has developed a new flowmeter which enables continuous measurement of flow rate without interference in chromatography systems.
Flow rate is one of the most important parameters in any liquid chromatography system, it determines retention time or volume and has by nature a major influence on reproducibility.
Compatible with all HPLC and GPC/SEC solvents, the new TESTA flowmeter is conveniently sized and powers itself from a USB connection. A PC-based app allows continuous recording and storage of the measured flow rates. The current flow rate is also displayed on the flowmeter’s integral high-resolution OLED display, allowing easy control of current flow value.
Extraordinary high resolution and wide dynamic range makes the TESTA flowmeter the perfect flow monitoring tool for the most demanding HPLC and GPC/SEC systems.
The new high-resolution flowmeter is available as an off-the-shelf unit and also can be tailored as an optimized OEM module for chromatography instrument company’s interesting in taking advantage of this new technology.
For more information, visit: https://testa-analytical.com/flowmeter-request.html
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TRIMERO Diagnostics introduces Serum Amyloid A nephelometric assay

TRIMERO Diagnostics has introduced an IVD CE-marked assay for testing Serum Amyloid A (SAA) on Beckman Coulter’s IMMAGE immunochemical systems.
The key features of the assay are:

  • particle-enhanced rate-nephelometric method (kinetic-PENIA)
  • specifically developed for IMMAGE and IMMAGE 800 nephelometers
  • values traced to the Serum Amyloid A (SAA) 1st International Standard (NIBSC code: 92/680) of the WHO.

SAA turbidimetric assays are also available for the most popular clinical chemistry analysers.
Other available assays for IMMAGE nephelometers and turbidimetry include: KLoneus Free Light Chains (FLC) for serum and urine, Beta-2 Microglobulin for serum and urine, IgD Immunoglobulins, Retinol Binding Protein (RBP) for serum and urine, Soluble Transferrin Receptor (sTfR), Hemopexin, Cystatin-C for serum and urine, A1-Microglobulin, Kappa and Lambda Light Chains for serum and urine, Complement C1q, Complement C5, Factor B (C3 Proactivator), C1 (Esterase) Inhibitor.
For more information, visit: www.3diag.com
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11 PRODUCT HELGROUP

H.E.L Group launches labCONSOL laboratory automation software

H.E.L Group, a global developer and manufacturer of innovative laboratory tools for process optimization, safety and scale-up, has released its new laboratory automation software labCONSOL, designed to support customers in the automation and coordination of laboratory equipment. The software, which builds on the company’s proven ‘WinISO’ technology, introduces a new and intuitive user interface, and provides a scalable platform for future development.
Incorporating the next generation of H.E.L’s WinISO software engine, labCONSOL introduces new features that enable scientists to improve lab efficiency and boost productivity. Delivered within an improved user experience, the platform combines rapid data capture modes, an advanced real-time data display engine, and automated monitoring of experiment completion and failure states. In practical terms, these features enable researchers to easily and accurately track how an experiment is proceeding, focusing on the most critical aspects, ultimately avoiding unnecessary repeated lab work, which can be both costly and time-consuming.
For existing H.E.L product users, labCONSOL guarantees a quick and seamless transition with minimal retraining.
H.E.L systems will shortly start shipping with labCONSOL installed, and for the majority of existing users, the new software will be available as part of ongoing service plans. All customers with active service cover plans will receive regular, automatic labCONSOL updates that will continuously upgrade the software’s capabilities and enrich the user experience.
For more information, visit www.helgroup.com
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Monocyte distribution width: new biomarker for sepsis diagnosis

by Dr Elena Sukhacheva
Early diagnosis and fast treatment of sepsis is crucial for obtaining the best outcome possible for the patient. However, diagnosis is not easy clinically and the complexity of the condition means that there is not an obvious individual biomarker for it. However, research in recent years has shown that monocyte distribution width is an easily measured parameter that is able to discriminate sepsis from non-sepsis, particularly when combined with the patient’s white blood count.

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