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8 top technology news stories from SLAS2022

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The latest news and technological innovations from SLAS2022 International Conference and Exhibition

11 Feb 2022
Dora Wells
Clinical Content Editor

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SLAS2022
Thousands of scientific and industry leaders reconnected in-person at SLAS2022

2022 is looking to be an exciting year for communication and collaboration in science as in-person conferences are slowly but surely making a comeback. This year's SLAS 2022 International Conference and Exhibition was no exception, taking place in Boston for the first time – in person – to bring together scientific and industry leaders from around the world to highlight the latest research in life sciences and new technology innovations set to transform the laboratory.

Taking place over 3 days, the conference featured a fantastic lineup of speaker presentations, technology exhibitions, educational tutorials, academic collaborations, and more. Symposiums included topics ranging from 3D biologics to AI-powered drug discovery to sample management. Furthermore, the event provided an opportunity for manufacturers to showcase the latest product launches and technological advances in the life sciences.

In this news roundup, we have pulled together a selection of top technology stories and product launches from SLAS2022. Click on the headlines to learn more.

SPT Labtech puts accessible liquid handling automation within easy reach
At SLAS2022, SPT Labtech announced the launch of apricot DC1, a versatile, 4-in-1 automated liquid handling platform, promising to open up affordable opportunities for many laboratories to streamline and automate their workflows.


The new VANTAstar: microplate reading, made easy
BMG LABTECH introduced the latest addition to its microplate reader portfolio, the VANTAstar. This new technology was conceived for ease-of-use and flexibility for a wide range of applications in basic research and life sciences.

Festo introduces an open-source gantry robot for automated liquid handling
The new Modular Gantry Robot platform for laboratory-based automated liquid handling is open sourced, customizable, and utilizes world-class components. Festo also introduced a complete family of building blocks for developing pressure/time-based automated dispensing and pipetting applications.

Meet the winners of the 2022 Scientists’ Choice Awards for Drug Discovery & Development
Scientific, technological, and communications excellence has been celebrated at SLAS2022 with MOBILion Systems, Agilent Technologies, and Wyatt Technology Corp. among those recognized.

PerkinElmer expand life science/cell & gene therapy portfolios and automated genomic workflows
PerkinElmer, along with several of its new partner companies showcased how its end-to-end life science solutions and automated workflows can accelerate scientists’ R&D productivity and in turn get the right therapeutic candidates to market faster.

Biosero collaborates with Araceli Biosciences for high-content analysis
The collaboration will allow scientists to integrate Araceli’s Endeavor™ high-speed imaging platform into automated workflows controlled by Biosero’s Green Button Go® software suite.


Agilent highlights its cutting-edge integrated automation solutions
At SLAS2022, Agilent Technologies showcased its modular automation solutions that address a range of cell analysis, mass spectrometry, and genomics workflows in both development and regulated environments.


Biosero joins Genedata ready-to-run program to streamline lab automation and data analysis
The programme helps to accelerate drug discovery with seamless integrations that streamline laboratory automation processes in biopharmaceutical companies.

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Sample PreparationSample preparation can improve the quality and speed of separation techniques. Products to assist sample preparation include filtration equipment, evaporators, membranes and sieves.MicroplatesMicroplates are multi-well plates used to increase the throughput of biological investigations. The number of wells microplates contain can range from 6 to 3243 wells, with the 96-well format being the most commonly used. Microplates can come tailored for a range of applications including cell culture, PCR, filtration, storage, non-binding surface, protein crystallization, as well as pre-coated, deep well and normal Standard microplates. Additionally, options for microplate colors include clear , black, white or black with clear bottom and white with clear bottom for absorbance microplate reader applications. Find the best microplates for your lab in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.ProteomicsProteomics is the systemic bioinformatics study of proteins and amino acids, including their structure, size, function and identification. Tools used in proteomics include chromatography, blotting and gels, protein arrays, mass spectrometry and ELISA and associated analysis software. Analyzers and proteomic systems should be sensitive, high resolution, fast and may be automated for high-throughput.Data AnalysisData analysis hardware and software is available to make data processing straight-forward yet powerful. Data software can be used for math and stats, technical graphing and image analysis. In addition, software is available for specific data analysis of electrophoresis, densitometry, ELISA and DNA sequencing.Pipettes and DispensersPipettes and dispensers are essential lab equipment used to dispense measured volumes of liquid accurately. Explore a range of manual and electronic pipettes, including single and multichannel, serological and volumetric pipettes, as well as a range of pipette tips. Bottle-top dispensers are also available for simple and fast solvent dispensing. Find the best pipettes & dispensers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Microplate Readers / DetectorsMicroplate readers are used to automate the detection and analysis of labeled or label-free components in microplates during assays or live-cell monitoring. Microplate readers are generally distinguished by their mode of detection. Types include absorbance, luminescence, fluorescence intensity, fluorescence polarization, TRF / FRET and multimode microplate readers. Microplate readers deliver a high throughput of samples by reading multiple wells simultaneously, with the 96-well format the most commonly used. As a result, microplate readers are often used in the drug discovery, bioassays, research and pharmaceutical industries for screening applications. Microplate loading can also be automated, with robotic microplate stackers to increase throughput. Find the best microplate readers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Sample ManagementSample management systems include sample storage devices such as freezers and plate storers, sample environment enclosures and sample organization, retrieval and sorter systems. Useful system features include high-throughput, automation, robotic arms, automated liquid handling and associated database systems. Accessories in sample management include barcode scanners, heat sealers and tubes.Assay AssemblyAssay Assembly is technique used in drug discovery to develop assays to test the cytotoxicity, genotoxicity, or other activities of a compound on a cell. Assay assembly requires chip assembly, a delivery system and a detection and analysis method. Beneficial features of assay kits or automated systems include high-throughput, high speed and sensitivity and low signal to noise ratio.DNA SequencingDNA sequencing, such as sanger sequencing, is a biological technique that determines the precise order of nucleotide bases in a fragment or template of DNA. DNA sequencers and genetic analyzers are based on capillary electrophoresis, where labeled DNA fragments are electrophoretically separated by size as they migrate through a polymer. Find the best DNA sequencing products, including DNA sequencing kits, genomic libraries and genetic identity kits in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Biopharmaceutical AdvancesBiopharmaceutical advances follow the development of pharmaceuticals derived from biotechnology, also known as biotechnology medicines. Biopharmaceuticals may be produced from cell lines, plants, or microbial cells. Important considerations of biopharmaceutical use include application, cost, production process and purification.Robotic InstrumentsRobotic instruments can be used for high-throughput automation of many lab processes. Such processes use instruments for assays like cell based assays and ELISA, for sample preparation like shakers, centrifuges and incubators, and for analysis such as sequencing and western blot analyzers. Useful features of robotic instruments include speed, reproducibility, barcode readers, software and automation.Robotic WorkstationsRobotic workstations are automated platforms enabling the user to perform high-throughput, multi-application processes, from sample preparation tasks such as PCR set-up, DNA purification and NGS library preparation, to integrated sample prep and analysis workstations. Automation makes processes consistent, fast, precise and fully walk-away. Find the best robotic workstations in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Software PlatformsSoftware platforms are useful for various stages of laboratory experiments from data collection to data storage and processing. For instance lab software is available for system control, data management, data analysis and qualification / validation.Automation Supplies / AccessoriesAutomated accessories and consumables make lab processes fast, efficient and reliable. Useful automation accessories include microplate sealers, label printers and reagent reservoirs.Plate ProcessingAutomated plate processing is used in microplate technologies for high-throughput, speed and efficiency. Plate processing systems include microplate handlers for moving plates, heat sealers, stackers and carousels for storage, retrieval and delivery, microplate washers and piercers. Useful features of plate processors include walk-away automation, compatibility and easy integration with microplate systems.

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