Instruments & resources

Thermo Orbitrap IQ-XTM Tribrid accurate Mass Spectrometer with UHPLC, ESI and APCI detectors, and Compound Discoverer, NIST23, TraceFinder, and MS-DIAL for targeted and non-targeted metabolomic approaches. The Orbitrap IQ-XTM Tribrid mass spectrometer combines quadrupole, linear ion trap, and Orbitrap mass analyzers and features CID and HCD fragmentation techniques, available at any state of MSn analysis, with subsequent mass analysis in either ion trap or Orbitrap mass analyer. 

Thermo Orbitrap QE+ accurate Mass Spectrometer with UHPLC, ESI, and Compound Discoverer, NIST20, TraceFinder, and MS-DIAL for targeted and non-targeted metabolomic approaches.

Thermo LTQ Velos Quadrupole Ion Trap Mass Spectrometer with ESI, APCI and PDA detectors, and MetWork, Mass Frontier, and Trace Finder.

Thermo Orbitrap Exploris GC 240 high resolution MS/MS system with NIST20, Mass Frontier, and TraceFinder for targeted and non-targeted metabolomic approaches. 

The Thermo Scientific Savant SpeedVac™ SPD300DDA vacuum concentrator efficiently concentrates or dries samples while ensuring complete recovery of solutes. Its heavy-duty Universal Rotor handles large samples and various formats with ease. Using a combination of vacuum, centrifugal action, and chamber heat, it accelerates solvent evaporation while minimizing sample loss, ensuring safe and thorough concentration. 

The ASPEC® system for solid phase extraction (SPE) boosts throughput by processing up to 96 samples simultaneously, making it ideal for high-throughput labs. With features like mobile rack technology and intuitive error handling, coupled with versatile software control, it offers unmatched versatility and productivity optimization for reliable results.

Organomation 24 position N-EVAP benchtop Nitrogen Evaporators for sample preparation

The Labconco FreeZone® 6 Liter Console Freeze Dryers are designed to lyophilize moderate to large sample loads or numerous small container batches. Our freeze dryer features Bulk Tray Dryers and Hybrid Vacuum Pumps.

Advanced Instruments' OsmoTECH® PRO is the osmometer capable of accommodating multiple samples while adhering to the guidelines set forth in 21 CFR Part 11. It is equipped with a 20-position carousel to facilitate efficient processing of numerous samples.

Extrahera™ is a powerful, user friendly automation system for Supported Liquid Extraction (SLE), Solid Phase Extraction (SPE), Phospholipid Depletion (PLD) and Protein Precipitation (PPT) based methods, in plate or column formats.

TurboVap® 96 Dual incorporates the utility of two single evaporators and a dual system all in the same space-saving footprint. It support 96 well plates, and can of course be adapted to run 24 or 48 positions.

Electrochemical Detection in HPLC (HPLC-ECD)

Electrochemical Detection in HPLC (HPLC-ECD)

Agilent 1290 Infinity II LC System

Recycling Preparative HPLC

The BACTRONEZ is a versatile anaerobic chamber offering a spacious workspace and a high plate capacity incubator. Designed to provide a complete anaerobic environment, it allows for sample preparation, culturing, and inspection without exposure to oxygen. 

The Seward Stomacher™ 3500 lab blender provides fast and reliable blending and homogenization for a wide range of laboratory samples, with a capacity for volumes ranging from 400 to 3500 ml.

The Bead Ruptor Elite is a powerful and easy-to-use bead mill homogenizer designed for grinding, lysing, and homogenizing biological samples. It's ideal for extracting DNA, RNA, proteins, and small molecules.

The COY Vinyl Anaerobic Chamber creates a precisely controlled anaerobic environment with oxygen levels maintained between 0–5 parts per million (ppm) using a palladium catalyst and a 5% hydrogen gas mixture. It features a heavy-duty vacuum airlock for seamless sample transfer without disturbing the internal atmosphere. The programmable airlock offers customizable interchange sequences to support various experimental needs, making it ideal for cultivating strict anaerobes and conducting sensitive microbiological research.

The Prospector® system revolutionizes microbiome research by enabling high-throughput cultivation, isolation, and screening of thousands of microbial strains simultaneously. Using an advanced microcolony array, it allows for the efficient generation of diverse microbial libraries and supports the recovery of rare or slow-growing species. With its fully automated workflow, Prospector® provides a scalable platform for discovering novel microbes and advancing microbiome-based studies.

The Bruker MALDI Biotyper® is an advanced microbial identification system that uses MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry to rapidly and accurately identify microorganisms down to the species level. By analyzing the unique proteomic fingerprint of each sample, the Biotyper matches it against a comprehensive and continuously updated reference library. This cutting-edge system provides unbiased identification within minutes, significantly enhancing the speed and accuracy of microbial diagnostics and research.

The Thermo Scientific™ 1300 Series Class II, Type A2 Biological Safety Cabinet ensures safe and efficient daily operations with its simple ordering process and comprehensive package. Featuring superior protection, ergonomic design, and energy efficiency, it offers a comfortable and secure working environment. With benefits like energy savings, noise reduction, and innovative safety features including real-time airflow adjustments and SmartFlow technology, it maximizes safety and productivity.

The Bio-Rad TurboTransfer™ system offers a fast, efficient, and user-friendly solution for protein transfer from SDS-PAGE gels to membranes. It enables the simultaneous transfer of up to four mini gels in just 7 minutes, dramatically reducing turnaround time compared to traditional wet or semi-dry systems. This system does not require external power supplies, transfer buffers, or overnight incubation, which simplifies the workflow and minimizes reagent use. It enhances reproducibility and is compatible with a wide range of downstream applications.

The BioTek Synergy H1 is a versatile multimode microplate reader that integrates both monochromator-based and filter-based optics. It features continuously variable bandwidth monochromators for precise fluorescence excitation and emission wavelength selection, with bandwidth adjustable from 9 to 50 nm in 1 nm increments. This capability enables users to optimize reader settings for superior assay performance, surpassing the capabilities of fixed bandwidth systems.