Special Feature: 5 Technologies Advancing the Development of Engineered Antibodies

High-throughput screening, antibody labeling, bispecific studies and more

19 Jun 2019
Sarah Thomas
Associate Editor

Editorial article

Advances in protein and genetic engineering have paved the way for the development of more targeted therapeutic and diagnostic antibodies. Our Engineered Antibodies feature highlights some of the latest technologies that are helping to drive the discovery, analysis and optimization of these proteins.

Antibody Characterization: Meeting the Demand for New Recombinant Antibodies

Scientist Andre ten Haaf shares how phage display technology enables the generation of highly specific, monoclonal antibodies in as little as eight weeks, and why ForteBio's Octet Red384 high-throughput screening system is essential to this process. Learn more in this interview with scientist, Andre ten Haaf.

Custom Antibodies: Discover the Technology Behind Bio-Rad's Recombinant Antibodies

See inside Bio-Rad's custom antibody facility and learn from experts about how your requirements for specialized custom antibodies can become a reality through the use of HuCAL® technology. Watch the video or download the aplication note to learn how the technology can benefit your work.

Directly Label Antibodies to Enzymes, Small Molecules and Fluorescent Dyes

Find out how Expedeon's direct labeling technology can streamline your workflow

Streamline your immunoassay protocol with Expedeon's proprietary Lightning-Link® technology, designed for direct labeling of antibodies to improve conjugate yield, decrease antibody loss and eliminate assay variability. Watch the video and read the article to learn more.

Bispecific Antibodies: Fully Murine Bispecific Antibodies to Advance Drug Development

Learn about Absolute Antibody’s new mouse bispecific antibody reagents in this scientific poster. The fully murine knob-into-hole recombinant antibodies facilitate bispecific studies in mouse models. Download the application note learn more about this technology.


Accelerating Nanobody Discovery Workflows with High-Throughput Flow Cytometry

While antibodies are set to be increasingly important as therapeutic options for cancer and other diseases, the discovery of fully functional antibodies that lack light chains in Camelidae has opened the door to an exciting new generation of therapeutic antibodies known as nanobodies. In a recent SelectScience webinar, we looked at these small, unique proteins and the use of the MultiCyt cell encoder kits to label 2-4 different cell populations in a single fluorescent channel for the analysis of multiple cell lines simultaneously. Through multiplexing of primary screening assays and semi-automated dose-response binding data analysis, we explore antibody binding using the Intellicyt® iQue Screener to accelerate lead identification. Watch the webinar on demand.

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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.High-Throughput ScreeningHigh-throughput screening (HTS) is an automated drug discovery technique for identification of active compounds against a compound library. Use HTS readers and integrated assay preparation / analysis workstations to screen your compounds. Identify active compounds against various HTS libraries, including membranes, proteins and peptides and HTS cell lines. Find the best high-throughput screening products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Flow Cytometry / Cell CountingFlow cytometers are used to count, sort and examine multiple characteristics of cells. Other cell analysis equipment includes image cytometers, cell counters, fluorescence-activated cell sorters (FACS), magnetic-activated cell sorters (MACS), and a range of flow cytometry assay kits. Flow cytometers can reveal information on cell viability, cell proliferation, apoptosis and cell cycle progression, as well as identify cell populations and intracellular or cell-surface molecules. Additionally, some flow cytometers, known as FACS, have an additional sorting function after analysis. Cell counters and image cytometers count live and dead cell populations and can also conduct cell proliferation assays. Find the best flow cytometers, cell counters and cell sorters in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct 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.Antibody Drug ConjugatesTherapeutic AntibodiesTherapeutic antibodies are antibodies engineered for use in treating diseases. They can be designed to target specific antigens, blocking harmful interactions or modulating immune responses. Therapeutic antibodies are critical in treating conditions like cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Explore the best therapeutic antibody products in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare options, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Genetic EngineeringEngineered AntibodiesEngineered antibodies are modified to enhance specificity, stability, and functionality for therapeutic and diagnostic applications. These antibodies are central to immunotherapy and biomarker detection. Compare engineered antibody solutions in our directory to find top products and reviews.
Special Feature: 5 Technologies Advancing the Development of Engineered Antibodies