H&A Scientific, Inc. SLIMStat
SLIMStat is a validated software application for projecting the expiration date of pharmaceutical products based on stability data.CalciCo Therapeutics deploys the Dotmatics Platform for scientific data management and collaboration
Dotmatics announced today that CalciCo Therapeutics has implemented the Dotmatics Platform to manage and analyse their biotherapeutics data, including both chemical and biological information. CalciCo opted to host the platform in the Cloud which efficiently facilitates the handling of all internal research data as well as their networked collaborative engagements.
Leica Biosystems Granted ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Certification for Aperio ePathology Solutions
Leica Biosystems, a global leader in automation and workflow solutions for anatomic pathology, announces its ISO/IEC 27001:2013, Information Security Management System certification, with the initial scope including the Aperio ePathAccess™ cloud-based image sharing platform.
ACD/Labs Announces Release of Updated Software
ACD/Labs, a leading cheminformatics company, today announced the release of their Version 2015 software. Version 2015 builds upon the capabilities of the ACD/Spectrus and ACD/Percepta platforms.
Freezerworks Announces Sixth Annual Users Education Conference
In December 2014, Dataworks Development, Inc. announced an event the company will be holding in the summer of 2015. Called the Freezerworks Users Education Conference, the meeting will showcase new features, provide customer training, and allow attendees to learn how other sites are using the software. All Freezerworks users are invited to the conference.
Pharmaceutical and Chemical Classification under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule
Medical Devices training on QSR and ISO requirements for supplier evaluation and assessment, and cost efficient options to many of the common practices
Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update – Volume 13, Issue 3
January 28, 2015 Laboratory Informatics Weekly Update Volume 13, Issue 3 In This Issue Event Focus SLAS2015 The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS; www.slas.org) is proud to present SLAS2015 (www.slas2015.org), convening at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, from February 7-11. SLAS2015 delivers a robust, peer-selected scientific program comprised of the following tracks: Assay Development and Screening, Automation and High Throughput Technologies, Drug Target Strategies, Micro/Nano Technologies, Bioanalytical Techniques, Informatics and Biomarker Discovery & Application. The program features 132 podium sessions, 400+ posters and 17 Short Courses. Recent News 01/28/2015 - Freezerworks Announces Sixth Annual…genae Buys e-novex
genae, a global Contract Research Organization (CRO) and services provider for the medical industries, announced today the acquisition of e-novex, a leading provider of electronic data tools that change medical research.
Spectro Scientific Strengthens Its Fluid Analysis Leadership Role with Acquisition of On-Site Analysis, Inc.
Spectro Scientific, a leading developer and manufacturer of analytical tools and software for industrial fluids analysis, has expanded its ability to serve end users of condition monitoring equipment with the November 28, 2014, acquisition of 100 percent of On-Site Analysis, Inc. (www.on-siteanalysis.com).
Natera Adopts the DNAnexus Cloud Genomics Platform to Support a Portfolio of Next-Generation Genetic Tests
DNAnexus Inc., a pioneer in cloud-based genome informatics and data management, announced at Personalized Medicine World Conference (PMWC) that Natera, Inc., a leader in non-invasive genetic testing, has adopted the company’s cloud genomics platform to support data analysis, storage, and sharing for its genetic tests.
CHI’s Twelfth Annual High-Content Analysis and Inaugural Phenotypic Screening
CHI’s Twelfth Annual High-Content Analysis meeting, is the premier event showcasing the latest advancements in HCA applications and technologies. Over the years we have observed the technology mature and its adoption spread into many areas of compound screening/evaluation and functional analysis. CHI’s InauguralPhenotypic Screening meeting, offering two tracks to choose from, expanded exhibit hall and an offering of user group meetings and dinner courses.
PepTalk 2015: The Protein Science Week
PepTalk: The Protein Science Week January 19-23, 2015, offers an array of education, innovation and networking programs. Over 300 high-caliber speakers share case studies, unpublished data, breakthroughs and solutions that support and enhance your research. Ample networking opportunities allow you to connect with colleagues and peers from around the world and gain new perspectives on the evolution of biologics. Choose between 20 Conferences, 13 Short Courses, 3 Training Seminars, 80+ BuzZ Session Discussion Roundtables, and dedicated exhibit hall and poster viewing hours to create a custom agenda that fits your research and networking needs!
Cypher Genomics and Sequenom Announce Development Agreement
Cypher Genomics, Inc., the leading genome informatics company, and Sequenom, Inc., the leading molecular diagnostics company, today announced a development agreement for next generation noninvasive prenatal tests (NIPT). Through this agreement, Sequenom will utilize Cypher's genome interpretation technology, called Mantis™, to advance analysis of clinically-relevant fetal sub-chromosomal variants detected in maternal blood.
PEFTEC partners with the Port of Antwerp
PEFTEC 2015 (the petroleum, refining and environmental technologies conference and exhibition) has announced a partnership with the Port of Antwerp. PEFTEC organiser Marcus Pattison says: “This is a major announcement because the Port of Antwerp is the leading European integrated maritime and logistics hub and the second largest seaport in Europe
Cartagenia Partners with MedGenome to Provide Pathology Laboratories Access to Extensive Cancer Variant Knowledge Base
Cartagenia, the leader in providing genetic labs and clinicians with software-based workflow support for variant assessment, lab reporting, and access of relevant knowledge bases, today announced a partnership with MedGenome Inc, the developer of the OncoMD Cancer knowledge base
Webinar: LIMS vs. ELN vs. LES
As laboratory informatics solutions available continues to grow, it is becoming more difficult to determine which system will give you the capabilities and benefits that you are looking for and which solution is best for you. LIMS, ELN, LES – which do you select for your Lab?
GAMP® 5 as applied to FDA software validation – strategies to avoid warning letters
This GAMP® 5 training/Webinar will discuss on the GAMP® software validation model and the defined process of GAMP® 5 as it applied to FDA software validation
Boost For Matrix Gemini LIMS From Contract Laboratory Sector
The Matrix Gemini LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) is attracting an increased level of interest from the contract laboratory sector. John Boother, Managing Director of Autoscribe, developer of the Matrix family of products, said: “Matrix Gemini provides the versatility that appeals to contract laboratories, both from the laboratory information management and business management perspectives. This has been reflected in both the increased level of interest and increased level of orders that we have received from this sector in 2014.”
Rising To The LIMS Challenge At Pittcon 2015!
Booth #2837, PITTCON, New Orleans, LA, USA, March 8th – 12th 2015
Visitors to the Autoscribe Informatics booth at Pittcon 2015 will be able to challenge the Autoscribe staff to configure a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) sample registration/submission screen in Matrix Gemini on the fly. They can also challenge themselves to see how much they know about LIMS by entering Autoscribe’s interactive quiz, with a chance to win a Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet.
Visitors to the Autoscribe Informatics booth at Pittcon 2015 will be able to challenge the Autoscribe staff to configure a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) sample registration/submission screen in Matrix Gemini on the fly. They can also challenge themselves to see how much they know about LIMS by entering Autoscribe’s interactive quiz, with a chance to win a Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet.


