Eppendorf has begun the global sales for Eppendorf Research 3 neo, its next generation of mechanical pipettes. The new pipettes offer accuracy and precision, faster or easier volume selection, optimized ergonomics with a shorter pipetting button, and adaptable settings and accessories to customize the pipetting experience for speed, comfort, or accuracy in different applications.

Celleo Biotech is making use of Integra Biosciences’ Pipetboy Genius serological pipet controller to streamline the development and manufacturing of novel cell and gene therapies.

Tecan has introduced Resolvex Prep – a mid-range, benchtop automation solution for chromatography sample prep. The company claims that it is a leap forward in automated sample prep for chromatography.

Collaborative robots or more popularly known as ‘cobots’ are being used in laboratories all over the world. Compact, lightweight and its ability to automate tedious and repetitive tasks within the lab with extreme precision and accuracy make the cobots a ‘must have’ in any lab setting.

Automation continues to advance, even in the laboratory. For the life science sector, SPT Labtech has developed a liquid handling station that can handle complex workflows such as next-generation sequencing. In an exclusive interview with LP, Jose Couto, Field Application Scientist Manager, explains what makes this automation solution so special and how it can make everyday work in genomics labs easier.

Researchers have developed novel oral films that can be placed on the inner cheek of the mouth to release drugs into the bloodstream instead of swallowing bulky tablets. This simple and pain-free method is now being commercialized.

ETH researchers Michele Gregorini and Philippe Bechtold have developed a PCR testing device that can easily be used outside the lab — and that takes less than 30 minutes to deliver results. Now the two young entrepreneurs are focusing their efforts on getting the device approved for medical use.

Do scientists and researcherx still need to be physically present in the lab of the future? Will the workbenches still be rectangular and will cobots do all the annoying routine tasks? The panel discussion “Enabling Technologies for the Laboratory of the Future” at Achema Pulse highlighted the promising advantages of cutting edge technology in the laboratory ecosystem. LAB worldwide summarizes this insightful discussion.

Labs are always looking for possibilities to increase their productivity and accuracy of their processes. This applies in particular to minimum inhibitory concentrations testing applied in the development of antibiotics. Automated pipetting solutions can help minimize serial dilution errors and increase confidence in the results.

With it's new Mini 96 portable electronic pipette Integra Biosciences intends to give every lab access to significantly increased liquid handling productivity.