Newcastle-based Newcells Biotech has unveiled a state-of-the-art imaging suite, strengthening its capabilities in pre-clinical drug development. The company, known for its in vitro models and bespoke assay services, aims to improve the prediction of in vivo human outcomes with this latest investment.

AMSBIO has introduced the MycoScope™ Mycoplasma PCR detection kit, a new tool designed to address the persistent challenge of mycoplasma contamination in cell culture laboratories. This kit employs polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology to detect mycoplasma infections in under three hours, offering a significant improvement over traditional detection methods.

TESTA Analytical has introduced ParSEC Advanced, a new software package designed to simplify data acquisition and analysis from gel permeation chromatography/size exclusion chromatography (GPC/SEC) systems equipped with multiple detectors. This development could have significant implications for researchers working in fields such as polymer science, protein characterisation, and drug delivery systems.

Aber Instruments has unveiled its latest innovation in biomass monitoring technology: the OPTURA® PALM® handheld biomass sensor. This new device promises to revolutionise cell density measurement in laboratory settings, offering a non-invasive approach that could significantly streamline processes in biomedical research and pharmaceutical development.