8 upcoming webinars to help optimize your laboratory processes

Discover the latest tools and techniques to expand your research capacity with expert-led presentations on cancer research, mass spectrometry, deep phenotyping, and more

21 Apr 2022
Dora Wells
Clinical Content Editor

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Upcoming SelectScience Webinars

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.

This week, explore tips to select the correct vacuum technology for your lab, discover howmulticellular immune hubs can be predicted based on co-variation of gene programs, and learn how longitudinal deep phenotyping is central to systems medicine, the study of complex disease, and biomarker discovery.

Plus, find out systematic ways to troubleshoot complex problems in yourgas chromatography (GC) workflows, explore a study in which sequential targeting of positive tumors showed significantly increased cytotoxicity compared to single antigen targeting, and hear about the latest innovations in mass spectroscopy. Learn howinformatics solutionscan facilitate better collaboration and understand how advanced QC data management systems capability can support your laboratory.

Freeze drying and sublimation: The importance of precise vacuum technology

Freeze drying and sublimation: The importance of precise vacuum technology

Join this webinar to find out why a precise vacuum is crucial in freeze drying and why pressure that is too low is counterproductive. Plus, receive valuable advice on how to effectively protect your vacuum pump from wear.

Monday, April 25, at 15:00 BST / 16:00 CEST / 10:00 EDT / 07:00 PDT

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Spatial organization of multicellular immune hubs in human colorectal cancer

Spatial organization of multicellular immune hubs in human colorectal cancer

This webinar discusses a study in which 371,223 cells from human colorectal tumors were transcriptionally profiled, and demonstrates a path to discovering multicellular interaction networks that underlie immunologic and tumorigenic processes in human cancer.

Monday, April 25, at 16:00 BST/ 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Sensitive high-throughput plasma proteomics: Key technology for deep phenotyping

Identifying and controlling mycotoxins in livestock and food products

Join this webinar to learn how the collection of comprehensive plasma proteomics has been advanced using high-throughput and high-sensitivity protein profiling with Olink® technology coupled with SPT Labtech’s liquid handling automation.

Tuesday, April 26 at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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GC troubleshooting tips and tricks from inlet through to detection

GC troubleshooting tips and tricks from inlet through to detection

This webinar will walk you through a systematic approach to identify, resolve, and prevent GC-related problems, explore diagnostic approaches for solving issues in GC analysis, and provide insight into troubleshooting with specific case studies.

Tuesday, April 26, at 16:00 BST / 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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Bispecific-antibody-armed, metabolically enhanced headless CAR T cells: Safe and effective serial killers of solid tumors

Bispecific-antibody-armed, metabolically enhanced headless CAR T cells: Safe and effective serial killers of solid tumors

This webinar will present metabolically enhanced headless CAR T (hCAR T) cells armed with bispecific antibodies (bsAbs) that were created in the 2021 study by Dr. Thakur and her colleagues at the University of Virginia and University of Pennsylvania.

Wednesday, 27 April, at 16:00 BST/ 17:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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A masterclass in mass spectrometry – from the latest innovations to future applications

A masterclass in mass spectrometry – from the latest innovations to future applications

Join Agilent to experience expertly crafted mass spectroscopy content that could help change your lab forever. From high-end systems and new compliance opportunities, to high-throughput and automated sample preparation techniques, this virtual event has something for everybody.

Thursday, April 28, 18:00 BST / 19:00 CEST / 13:00 EDT / 10:00 PDT; 19:00 BST / 20:00 CEST / 14:00 EDT / 11:00 PDT; 20:00 BST / 21:00 CEST / 15:00 EDT / 12:00 PDT

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Materials innovation: How can informatics solutions improve efficiency in the specialty chemicals industry

Materials innovation: How can informatics solutions improve efficiency in the specialty chemicals industry

Join this webinar to learn how informatics solutions like an electronic lab notebook (ELN) and data analytics can help a specialty chemicals company excel in delivering on external requests by optimizing, accelerating, and facilitating collaboration across the Make-Test-Decide innovation cycle.

Thursday, April 28, at 15:00 BST/ 16:00 CEST / 11:00 EDT / 08:00 PDT

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A practical review of Quality Measurement Tools for the IVD laboratory

A practical review of Quality Measurement Tools for the IVD laboratory

This webinar will discuss the key processes of calibration, internal quality control (QC), interlaboratory peer group reporting, linearity controls, and external quality assessment/proficiency testing (EQA/PT). Plus, learn about the advanced QC data management systems capability that supports laboratories.

Friday, April 29, at 12:00 BST / 13:00 CEST / 07:00 EDT / 04:00 PDT

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Watch our webinars at a time that suits you

Missed one of our webinars? Fortunately, all SelectScience webinars are made available on demand after the live event. Catch up on some of our latest webinars below:

Tips and tricks to lower the costs of diagnostic histopathology

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Emerging Topics in the Cannabis Field: Metals in Vape Liquids

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Size-exclusion chromatography: How to upgrade your current methods

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Accelerating drug discovery and development with single-cell and spatial profiling

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Cultivating the worldwide biosafety profession

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Affordable digital dispensing for dose-response studies

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SelectScience runs 10+ webinars a month across various scientific topics, discover more of our upcoming webinars>>

xCELLigence RTCA EPACER

Agilent Technologies

The xCELLigence RTCA ePacer provides an easy and effective way to produce functionally mature hiPSC cardiomyocytes. The ePacer improves the maturation status of the cardiomyocytes in 2-3 weeks using precise and electrical pacing conditions over different time durations. The simple pacing protocol, using precise and consistent electrical pacing conditions, improves the functionality of hiPSC cardiomyocytes and their response to inotropic compounds. For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.  

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NovoCyte Flow Cytometer

Agilent Technologies

NovoCyte is a high-performance benchtop flow cytometer designed for all levels of users and all types of laboratories. The budget-friendly instrument can detect up to 17 parameters with enhanced sensitivity and resolution. The customizable laser and optical configurations of the NovoCyte offer a high degree of flexibility while providing complex cell analysis capabilities. The NovoExpress software facilitates easy and intuitive sample acquisition and analysis. Automation of multiple fluidic functions eliminates cumbersome and time-consuming procedures. Manual sample handling is minimized by the flexible NovoSampler Pro. The system can automatically analyze samples in single tubes, multi-tube racks, or 24-, 48-, or 96-well plates

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Seahorse XF Real-Time ATP Rate Assay Kit

Agilent Technologies

The Agilent Seahorse XF ATP Real-Time rate assay is the only assay that measures and quantifies the rate of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) production from glycolysis and mitochondria simultaneously using label-free technology in live cells, in real time.

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Gas ChromatographyGas chromatography (GC) is an analytical technique used to separate and quantitate mixtures of small and volatile compounds. Gas chromatographs or GC systems include components such as GC columns, detectors, pumps and autosamplers. Choose from packed or capillary GC columns, flame ionization (FID), photoionization (PID) electron capture detectors and selective or non-selective detectors. Find the best gas chromatographs in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Sample PreparationSample preparation can improve the quality and speed of separation techniques. Products to assist sample preparation include filtration equipment, evaporators, membranes and sieves.Mass SpectrometryMass spectrometry (MS) is a powerful analytical technique used to identify and quantify molecules based on the mass-to-charge ratio of gas-phase ions. It provides detailed information about the structure, composition, and properties of compounds and is widely used across fields such as environmental monitoring, materials science, drug discovery and development, food and beverage testing, and wider chemical research. Key MS techniques include tandem mass spectrometry (MS/MS), liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LS-MS) and inductively coupled plasma (ICP-MS). Choosing from these wide range of techniques and technologies can be a daunting task, so keep up to date with scientific applications, performance expectations, and customer reviews here all in one place. Visit our product directory to receive quotes direct from the manufacturer. AntibodiesAntibodies are used in techniques such as confocal and fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, ELISA, ELISPOT, immunohistochemistry, western blotting and immunopreciptation. Select specific antigen reactivity, high specific affinity, low non-specific binding, monoclonal or polyclonal, primary or secondary antibodies and associated conjugates such as an enzyme or dye for visualization.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.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.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.Cell-Based AssaysCell-based assays are used to monitor the presence, quantity and activities of a desired cellular analyte including drug molecules or biomarkers. This can reveal information on cell health (apoptosis, cytotoxicity, viability and proliferation assays), cell metabolism, cell migration and cell signaling mechanisms. Find the best cell-based assay products, kits and equipment with our peer reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receiving pricing direct from manufacturers.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. :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.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.GC-MS GC-MS (gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) instruments and equipment are used to separate, quantify and identify mixtures of small and volatile compounds, such as polycyclic aromatics, fatty acids and alcohols. Often used in drug detection, forensic investigation and environmental analysis for pesticides and contaminants, GC-MS is a powerful addition to your lab’s analytical capabilities. GC-MS/MS instruments equipped with a qTOF or triple quadrupole analyzers can give greater sensitivity and resolution to your analysis. Find the best GC-MS instruments and equipment in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Compound AnalysisCompound analysis is used to discover specific compounds that could be promising candidates for pharmaceutical use. This potential is identified when compounds have the desired effect, such as interaction with a target protein, during high throughput screening.Colorectal Cancer