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Discover insights on topics from lab automation and drug development to clinical LC-MS/MS and point-of-care testing

12 Nov 2021
Dora Wells
Clinical Content Editor

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SelectScience® hosts dozens of informative free webinars for scientists every month, featuring world-class speakers at the very forefront of their respective fields. In this regular feature, we highlight the events you won't want to miss over the next week or so, as well as some of our top on-demand webinars.

Save your spot today to hear about the latest developments, techniques, and technologies from experts in their fields. Upcoming topics range from the role of biomarkers in helping drive early clinical phase trials to characterizing monoclonal antibodies with size exclusion native mass spectrometry, and the place of LC-MS/MS in clinical laboratories. Plus, there are insights into optimizing the drug development pipeline, and how to digitalize and automate your lab.

LAB AUTOMATION: Building the foundation of a smart lab

In this SelectScience webinar, learn how to increase efficiency and productivity in the lab by implementing smart solutions such as digitalization and automation. Register now to discover how to reduce factors including device downtime, user error, lack of sample traceability, contamination, and inaccurate data to streamline your processes.

Tuesday, November 16, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET /11:00 EST / 08:00 PST

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STREAMLINE PROCESSES: Take control of your research by automating tissue microarrays, multiplexing, whole-slide scanning, and AI analysis for enhanced bioinformatics

Register now to discover how to utilize and automate key processes to accelerate the pace of your research. Join us to hear Chris Coley, Global Market Development Manager, Epredia, discuss how automation can provide a powerful new workflow that drastically saves time while delivering excellent results in support of advanced bioinformatics.

Tuesday, November 16, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 08:00 PST

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DRUG DEVELOPMENT: The right drug targets for the right patient – using biomarkers to solve challenges in drug development

Join us for this virtual roundtable discussion where leading experts will share their thoughts on how biomarkers can help drive early clinical phase trials, explore the history of protein biomarkers within their organization, and predict how the field will evolve to meet future challenges. Plus, challenges and potential improvements for using protein markers in discovery will be highlighted.

Wednesday, November 17, at 14:00 GMT / 15:00 CET / 9:00 EST / 6:00 PST

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CLINICAL: Global LC-MS/MS Clinical Laboratories Virtual Event 2021

Don’t miss this virtual event exploring how LC-MS/MS can accelerate clinical laboratory workflows. Connect with clinical experts from around the globe and discuss the added value of LC-MS/MS technology, a very powerful analytical tool, offering high accuracy, precision, sensitivity, and specificity.

Wednesday, November 17, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 08:00 PS

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BIOPHARMA RESEARCH: Size exclusion native mass spectrometry for the characterization of monoclonal antibodies

In this presentation, discover how non-denaturing SEC Native MS can be leveraged to streamline mAb characterization. Register now for insights into column selection, how to optimize volatile mobile phase composition, methods for digestion of mAbs using site-specific proteases to obtain further insight on post-translational modifications, and more.

Wednesday, November 17, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 8:00 PST

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POC TESTING: Demystifying HbA1c testing at the point of care and the impacts of COVID-19 on patients with diabetes

Join our esteemed panel to discuss the differences between central lab and point-of-care testing, and the benefits of testing for HbA1c at a point-of-care facility. Plus, the stringent quality standards in place for HbA1c POC testing will be explored. Lastly, the potential health impacts that could follow a COVID-19 diagnosis for a diabetes patient will be elucidated.

Thursday, November 18, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 08:00 PST

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HILIC CHEMISTRY: Separating polar analyte mixtures: Benefits of a new zwitterionic HILIC chemistry

In this SelectScience webinar, the features of hydrophilic interaction chromatography (HILIC) will be explored, as well as how using column hardware with inert surfaces can mitigate unwanted interactions between polar analytes that are known to interact with metal surfaces. Register to discover applications that demonstrate columns separating several important classes of polar analytes.

Friday, November 19, at 15:00 GMT / 16:00 CET / 10:00 EST / 07:00 PST

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CANCER RESEARCH: Cancer drug development: Optimizing every stage of the pipeline

Join expert Dr. Catherine Ulich to keep up to date with the latest developments in optimizing drug development workflows. Gain insights into the options available to accelerate the drug development process, learn ways to improve the success of your research goals, and discover examples of alternative strategies that can be employed to address common issues along the drug discovery and validation pipeline

Friday, November 19, at 16:00 GMT / 17:00 CET / 11:00 EST / 08:00 PST

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Catch up on these 5 on-demand webinars:

  • Staying ahead with COVID-19 testing: Scaling up and monitoring for the future: Discover how Laboratory Healthcare Medical (LHM) has prepared itself for the future of COVID-19 testing by successfully implementing a high-throughput automated workflow. Watch now to learn how LHM has used this new workflow to incorporate non-invasive monitoring with diagnostic assays covering key respiratory pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, influenza A/B, and RSV. Watch here»
  • SARS-CoV-2 variants: Impact on vaccines and laboratory testing: This webinar provides insights into the potential consequences of SARS-CoV-2 mutations and variants on vaccination status and laboratory testing. Dr. Katherine Soreng, Global Director of Clinical Education for Laboratory Diagnostics, Siemens Healthineers, explores viral genetic evolution and the role of antibody testing with variants. Watch here»
  • An automated purification workflow to ensure drinking water purity and safety: Watch the second installment in a series of three webinars on best practices to help you overcome the key challenges and setbacks associated with preparative HPLC. Hear Dr. Paul Zimba, CEO of PVZimba LLC, discuss how he used workflow automation to discover four microcystins, cyanotoxins known to impact health and water quality.Watch here»
  • Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy quantification: From fundamental understanding to data processing: In this webinar, Dr. Zhe Wang summarizes the generation mechanisms of measurement uncertainty and explains how signal uncertainty and matrix effects impact quantification performance. Watch now to discover a framework for a quantification improvement strategy for future development, and more. Watch here»
  • Ensuring accuracy: An expert guide to selecting fit-for-purpose reference materials: In this webinar, Derrell Johnson, Merck, discusses important concepts such as metrological traceability, certificates of analysis, and stability, along with the different quality grades of reference materials. Plus, how selection of the proper quality grade can ensure optimal fit-for-purpose and testing accuracy. Watch here»

Have a conflicting schedule? Don't worry all SelectScience webinars are made available on-demand, find out more here>>

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Size Exclusion ChromatographySize exclusion chromatography (SEC) is a liquid chromatographic technique used to separate and identify molecules based on their size, including polymers, proteins, nanoparticles & nucleic acid. SEC is further subdivided into gel filtration chromatography (GFC) and gel permeation chromatography (GPC) when an aqueous or organic mobile phase is used respectively. HPLC-based SEC systems and columns are available for analytical separation alongside SEC spin columns or filters to prep samples for many protocols. Find the best size exclusion chromatography equipment in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.LC-MSLC-MS (liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry) systems and equipment are used for separation and quantitative analysis of complex mixtures, combining liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. Quantify proteins, contaminants, pesticides or screen for drug metabolites with a high level of sensitivity. LC-MS systems and equipment include reverse phase, normal phase and specialized columns integrated with various MS detectors such as time-of-flight (TOF), quadrupole, orbitrap or ion trap mass analyzers. LC-MS/MS instruments equipped with a qTOF or triple quadrupole analyzer give greater sensitivity and resolving power to your analysis. Find the best LC-MS equipment in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.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.Point-of-CarePoint-of-Care Testing (POCT) or Near Patient Testing (NPT) products are available for urine, blood and other clinical chemistry analyses. POCT includes: blood glucose testing, blood gas and electrolytes analysis, rapid coagulation testing (PT / INR), rapid cardiac markers diagnostics, drugs of abuse screening, urine strips testing, pregnancy testing, fecal occult blood analysis, food pathogens screening, hemoglobin diagnostics, infectious disease testing and cholesterol screening.BiomarkersBiomarkers are biological markers which can be measured and evaluated to indicate a biological state. The use of biomarkers in research and diagnosis can indicate a normal or disease state or drug response of cells / tissues. Biomarkers include genetic markers, cell surface markers such as antigens, antibodies or receptors and secreted molecules such as cytokines. An assay system is required for identification of biomarkers. :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.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.Automated Liquid HandlingAutomated liquid handling equipment is used to mix, dilute and dispense allotted volumes of liquid into microplates and other vessels automatically. The robotic, liquid handling arms can dispense from single channel to 3456 multichannel as well as operate nanoliter dispensing, enabling high throughput of samples. Find the best automated liquid handlers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Chem / BioinformaticsCheminformatics and bioinformatics are computational techniques used in chemistry and biology, respectively, for data acquisition, processing and storage. Cheminformatics focuses on compound information, whereas bioinformatics is mainly applied to analysis and modeling of genomics, genetic and sequencing information. Hardware and software is available for data acquisition, analysis, management and storage.DiabetesDiabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels, either due to insufficient insulin production or resistance to its effects. Ongoing diabetes innovation focuses on developing better diagnostic tools, treatments, and preventive measures. Browse our peer-reviewed product directory to find the best diabetes diagnostic tools, compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Monoclonal AntibodiesMonoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are lab-made molecules that can bind to specific antigens on cells, making them highly effective in treating cancers, autoimmune diseases, and infections. These targeted therapies are transforming the treatment landscape for many conditions. Browse our peer-reviewed product directory to find monoclonal antibodies for research and clinical applications; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Point of Care SolutionsPoint of care solutions provide medical diagnostics and treatments at or near the site of patient care. These technologies offer rapid results, helping healthcare providers make quick decisions. From glucose monitors to molecular diagnostics, point of care solutions are transforming healthcare delivery by reducing wait times and improving patient outcomes. Explore the best point of care products in our peer-reviewed product directory, compare options, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.AutomationAutomation in laboratories and manufacturing processes enhances efficiency, precision, and scalability by reducing the need for manual intervention. It plays a critical role in improving productivity, minimizing human error, and accelerating workflows in fields like diagnostics, drug development, and industrial testing. Automation technologies include robotic systems, automated liquid handlers, and process control systems that streamline complex tasks and ensure consistent, reproducible results. Explore our peer-reviewed product directory to discover the best automation solutions, compare options, read user reviews, and get prices directly from manufacturers.POCTBiopharmaceuticalsBiopharmaceuticals are proteins and other compounds (such as nucleic acids) produced by living organisms that have uses as therapeutics or for in vivo diagnostics. The most well known example of a biopharmaceutical product, and the first to be approved for therapeutic use, was recombinant human insulin.

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