As modern researchers increasingly work with high-value small volume samples, the need for advanced pipetting techniques/protocols is evident. In order to detect microscopic changes accurately in small sample volumes, test tubes and vials are being gradually replaced by microplates, which require reagents in the microliter/nanoliter range. While working with small volumes, factors such as temperature and […]
If you’ve been keeping up with logistics news, you might have heard of the dry ice supply chain, and how it’s taken a significant hit during the COVID-19 pandemic: with vaccines requiring temperatures as low as -70°C during transport and storage, the demand for a constant supply of dry ice really put a strain on […]
Zebrafish are the secret heroes of genetics. This humble fish serves as a model organism in numerous research laboratories all around the world. Researchers breed them in large numbers in a Memmert cooled incubator with light that is optimally suited as a fish incubator. In this low-vibration and low-noise environment, the zebrafish can develop without […]
Mycotoxins are harmful secondary metabolites produced by certain fungi, which affect a broad range of crops and food goods. Hundreds of these toxic compounds have been discovered and characterized to date – although their toxic effects vary dramatically. Around a dozen distinct mycotoxins have been linked to severe long-term health effects where they have propagated […]
Artificial flavorings serve an important purpose when a natural alternative is difficult to produce or costly to source. Despite their commercial merits, however, such additives are often vilified as poor quality or ‘fake’ derivatives of the real thing. There is an element of truth in that: synthetic flavors derive from the chemical structure of the […]
Liquid chromatography (LC) is a well-known extraction methodology which is widely utilized in the analysis of solutions, where the primary objective is to detect and quantify contaminant elements. The basic premise of liquid chromatography revolves around the separation of a solution’s constituents by their ionic or molecular properties. This separation occurs when the sample is strategically injected into an LC column containing […]
Introduction Looking for a laboratory refrigerator? You’re not alone. Cold storage is essential for most labs. From storing testing samples to lab chemicals, laboratory refrigerators have an essential role to play. The wrong kind of refrigerator can result in spoiled substances and huge financial losses. A high risk. This article will eliminate the guesswork and […]
Introduction Refrigerators and cold storage equipment can be found in just about every pharmacy, lab, or clinical setting. But have you ever stopped to consider how accurately these units are performing? How well are they protecting and preserving the substances they store? What about service costs? And temperature-reading accuracy? All these questions and more […]
High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) has emerged as an essential tool for food analysis in the intensifying world of industrial agriculture. Intensive farming is subject to strict product quality and regulatory standards. This ensures that crops are free of contaminants, within acceptable limits, and are nutritionally valuable to a worldwide market. The underlying dichotomy of health […]
Food fraud is a broad term that refers to any deliberate effort to compromise the quality of consumer products by intentional addition of sub-par ingredients, substitution for another product, misrepresentation of ingredients or qualities, or general tampering. It is an unusual form of adulteration that has been at the heart of numerous food-chain scandals since […]
Solvent recovery and distillation are critical processes in a range of industries.
Introduction Choosing the correct equipment for your laboratory can be a daunting task. Many laboratory settings handle hazardous and flammable materials. The safe storage of these substances is vital. In this article, we’ll focus on one often-repeated question in the industry—“What is the difference between flammable and explosion proof cold storage?” It’s a great question. […]
