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Waters offers a broad range of vials, each one is held to tight dimensional tolerances and the certified products have cleanliness measured by LC and MS.LC/GC Certified vials are tested by LC/UV for residues of chemicals used in processing and packaging vials. The septa are tested by headspace GC to ensure low levels of low molecular weight polymer. These vials are suited for analyte concentration in the µg/mL concentration; t…

The Waters IdentityE High Definition Proteomics system defines the new standard for rigorous protein identification. The IdentityE High Definition Proteomics System is an UltraPerformance LC® (UPLC)/High-Bandwidth Mass Spectrometry (MS E) system solution suitable for confident protein identification designed to meet stringent requirements as outlined by leading scientific journals.The new Waters IdentityE High Definition Pro…

Developed for your most demanding LC/MS/MS quantitative applications, the Quattro Premier™ XE tandem quadrupole mass spectrometer features the highest levels of sensitivity, selectivity, robustness, speed and accuracy. To maximize the analytical advantages of your ACQUITY UPLC® System, the Quattro Premier XE operates at the highest data acquisition rates. Together, the ACQUITY UPLC® System and the Quattro Premier XE give you i…

The Mass Spectrometry Primer, an 82-page paperback book, covers a wide range of topics related to the most wide spread of modern mass spectrometry practices and answers some frequently asked questions about the use and capabilities of mass spectrometers. Links are also provided to articles for more in-depth reading. The first section examines who uses mass spectrometers, followed by how compounds are ionized in the source to b…

The Quick Western Kit provides a universal detection reagent that can be combined with the primary antibody incubation step, eliminating the need for a secondary antibody incubation step.

IRDye 680RD is the near-infrared fluorescent dye of choice for applications in the 700 nm wavelength, especially Western blots, cell-based assays such as the In-Cell Western assay, and small animal imaging experiments.

Odyssey One-Color Protein Molecular Weight Markers fluoresce in the 700nm channel of any of the Odyssey Imaging Systems and contain ten protein bands of 10, 15, 20, 25, 37, 50, 75, 100, 150, and 250 kDa, with molecular weight shifts of 5% and minimal band broadening.

LICORbio Western Blotting Kits provide a convenient way to purchase reagents and membranes that are optimized for infrared fluorescence detection on the Odyssey infrared imaging systems.

IRDye QC-1 is the first non-fluorescent (dark) quencher, compatible with a wide range of visible and near-infrared fluorophores (~500 – 800 nm).

The CellTag™ 700 Stain ICW (In-Cell Western™) Kits provide detection reagents for cell-based In-Cell Western Assays.

The Odyssey® Infrared EMSA Kit coupled with IRDye® 700 EMSA oligonucleotides is an excellent alternative method to radioisotopic and chemiluminescent detection methods for EMSA analysis and visualization. Using IRDye EMSA reagents, assays can be completed in less than two hours with no gel transfer or film exposure.

A DNA oligonucleotide end-labeled with IRDye 700 infrared dye is a good substrate for protein binding. Using the Odyssey Infrared Imaging System, IRDye infrared dye labeled DNA detection is linear within a 50-fold dilution range from 9.1 fmol to 0.18 fmol.

IRDye® Click Chemistry reagents (DBCO, Alkyne, and Azide) offer convenient, versatile and reliable methods for biomolecule labeling. With a variety of in vitro and in vivo applications, from biomarker isolation to assay development.

IRDye Infrared Dyes and near-infrared (NIR) fluorescent imaging deliver enhanced sensitivity due to low background autofluorescence in the near-infrared region, therefore, giving a higher signal to noise ratios.

The BVC family of fluid aspiration systems is a compact and easy-to-use solution for cell culture work. With its portable design as well as the option of adding a second hand controller, the BVC makes working in the lab more convenient. Built-in features like a 0.2 µm hydrophobic filter and optional quick couplings increase safety while managing potentially harmful fluids. BVCs provide the flexibility to accommodate your decon…

New line of standard and low-profile PCR plates for improved PCR efficiency.   Improve PCR efficiency with a new line of PCR plates manufactured with the best raw materials using the latest in production technologies. Standard and low profile PCR plates in clear and white are suitable for use in most thermal cyclers. These new plates combine extra-thin and uniform wall thickness with a rigid upper PP deck for easy handli…

All BRAND PCR products are available in white plastic, uniformly colored with titanium dioxide (TiO2) for optimal results when performing quantitative PCR (gPCR) with fluorescent signals.   BRAND microcentrifuge tubes fit most common rotors and may be spun up to 20,000 RCF (10,000 RCF for 0.5mL). Manufactured from virgin polypropylene, these highly translucent tubes are free from flash, air bubbles, and streaks. Caps are…

BRANDplates® inertGrade™ 96-well plates are especially suited for cell culture applications when adhesion is not desired. These plates are specifically designed for the cultivation of suspension, tumor, and stem cells, as well as other spheroid or 3-dimensional tissue culture models. They feature a surface that reduces cell adhesion and protein absorption to minimize enzyme and cellular activation. All BRANDplates® inertGra…

BRAND UV-Cuvettes are a popular disposable alternative to quartz spectrophotometry cuvettes. They are excellent for DNA, RNA, and protein analyses as well as many other applications between 230-900nm. BRAND UV-Cuvettes are a more convenient and economical choice than quartz cuvettes. They eliminate the risk of cross-contamination from reuse and the need for cuvette washing. The proprietary material offers chemical compatibi…

WesternSure chemiluminescent reagents offer the best performance available when compared to other competitive products on the market.

When performing two-color detection, loading controls and normalization are essential for reliable, precise comparison of protein levels. LICORbio offers primary antibodies for normalization that can be used for two-color normalization when performing multiplex Western blots or for cell-based assay normalization.

A low-background membrane is essential for infrared Western blot success. Background can be attributed to membrane autofluorescence or to detection of antibody non-specifically binding to the membrane. PVDF membranes included in LICORbio kits are screened to ensure low autofluorescence to ensure high signal to noise.

Innovative cell culture plates and inserts for co-culture, migration/invasion assays, 3D tissue preparation and more.   The BRANDplates Insert System, co-developed with the Fraunhofer Society, offers an innovative expansion of the BRAND cell culture product line. The new Insert system consists of 24-well standard and 6-well specialized plates and strips of hanging cell culture inserts for applications such as co-culture,…

WesternSure ECL Stripping Buffer provides a robust solution for stripping primary and secondary antibodies from Western blot membranes while maintaining target antigen integrity for efficient reprobing.