Epigenetic Innovation Showcased by Porvair at Biotechnica
20 Oct 2011
Watch this interview to learn about a new innovation for epigenetic studies. The Chromatrap is a novel epigenetic chromatin purification kit - a solid phase immunoprecipitation assay for the clean-up of chromatin DNA complexes to a high degree. During the interview, Steve Knight, Porvair, highlights some additions to the Porvair plasticware range for standard tissue culture. Biotechnica 2011
About the company
Porvair Sciences Ltd
Porvair Sciences Ltd is a UK-based manufacturer of microplates & microplate instrumentation. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Porvair plc, world leader in the field of microporous materials for industrial and domestic applications. Porvair Sciences Ltd has built an exceptional international reputation for innovation, product support and quality in the Life Science market.
Our range of products for the laboratory concentrates on the widely used microplate format, from 24- to 384- wells. A wide range of materials are offered including Polypropylene deep well plates and PCR plates together with polystyrene Assay Plates with either plastic or very thin glass bases for High Content Screening.
In addition to the patented Microlute SPE system, the Porvair Sciences Ltd range of microplates includes Filter, Assay (solid and clear bottom), PCR, Deep well and Shallow well storage plates. Plates can be supplied sterile and tissue-culture treated ready to use in cell-based assays.
Working in conjunction with leading laboratories around the world, Porvair Sciences Ltd has developed new technologies for evaporation and sealing of microplates including the Ultravap and MiniVap range of evaporators and the MiniSeal II plate sealer that enhance reliability, convenience, accuracy and throughput of analytical procedures throughout life science research.
Our Chromatrap business unit focusses on cutting-edge technology for molecular biology sample preparation. Chromatrap offers a novel solid-state system for chromatin and methylated DNA enrichment prior to qPCR or sequencing. These ChIP-based technologies can be found on their own dedicated website at www.chromatrap.com
Our products are supported around the world by a strong network of fully-trained distributors, please see our website at www.microplates.com for details.
