Previous Training

August 6-10, 2018

This 1 hour talk was presented in 5 major cities around Australia including  Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Wollongong, Sydney and Brisbane.

During the seminar we demonstrated the intuitive workflow and multiple outputs from a single time-lapse experiment using the Livecyte automated cell imaging and analysis software. We discussed a few exciting applications such as, Scratch Wound Healing Assay, Analysis of Heterogeneous Cell Populations, Mitotic Time, Cytotoxicity, Cell Viability, Random Motility and much more, all without using labels.

The Livecyte system from Phasefocus is a complete imaging and analysis system optimised for long term, non-invasive monitoring of live cells label-free. Livecyte utilises QPI (Quantitative Phase Imaging) combined with correlative fluorescence imaging to extract a suite of information to report both morphological and kinetic phenotypes at a single cell level.

The Translational Research Institute (TRI), Brisbane has become the first centre in Australia and the Asia Pacific region to adopt the Livecyte™ Cell Imaging and Analysis system.

For further information on future seminars or a copy of the slides, please contact us.  

28th and 29th June 2018

Microfluidic devices have been broadly used to produce nanoparticles for genetic medicine, vaccines, and drug delivery systems for small molecules, proteins, and peptides. Compared to conventional methods, microfluidic production offers superior control, reproducibility and scalability of the nanoparticle production process that promises to overcome significant challenges in the translation of these therapeutics: Fine control of process parameters afforded by microfluidics, allows optimisation of nanoparticle quality and encapsulation efficiency. Automation improves the reproducibility and optimisation of formulations. Furthermore, the continuous nature of the microfluidic process is inherently scalable, allowing optimisation at low volumes to conserve scarce or costly materials, and seamless scale-up of optimised formulations by employing multiple microfluidic mixers performing identical unit operations in parallel.

This talk, presented at the University of Melbourne on 28th June and at the University of Queensland on 29th June, focused on examples from literature and highlighted how users of this technology are revolutionising medicine. Original data was presented to demonstrate how the technology has been used to accelerate all stages of nanomedicine development from discovery to manufacturing.     Download flier

If you missed the seminar and would like an onsite demonstration please contact us.

PHENOM SEM WORKSHOP 

10th & 12th & 13th APRIL 2018 – QLD

This workshop aimed to present the latest Phenom ProX desktop Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). New insights were discussed and users were invited to experience the Phenom SEM instrument via scheduled demonstrations and “hands on” time for sample analysis. Applications included Forensic investigation, Material characterisation, Metallurgy, Process control, Pharmaceutical, Industrial research and more.

On show
Phenom ProX Gen 5 – Desktop SEM with enhanced imaging performance (up to 150,000x magnification and <8nm resolution, BSD, SED, EDS – particle, pore & fibre metrology), plus fully integrated x-ray analysis (EDS), fastest time to imaging (<30sec) and “never lost” navigation.

For more information or if you would like a free demonstration, please contact us.

Program Details  – 10 April       Program details – 12/13 April

13th – 23rd MARCH 2018

Understanding wettability, adhesion, cleanliness and surface free energy and interfacial rheology.

This workshop introduced a number of different surface based nanoscale characterisation methods from Biolin Scientific. These are powerful tools when developing advanced materials in implants, hydrophobic surfaces, composites, etc. Talks focused on the latest techniques for analysing real surfaces and interfaces and how to measure wettability, adhesion and other features of heterogeneous surfaces with varying topography. Talks were followed by live demonstrations and sample analysis.

If you missed our workshop or if are interested in taking a closer look using your own samples, please contact us with your details of your intended application.

Program details

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16 & 17 November 2017

Western Sydney University, Parramatta South, AMCF,  EHA. G49 (MAP)

This showcase presented the latest Phenom Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) series and new accessories. Both new and existing users were invited to participate during a series of demonstrations which were followed by additional “hands on” time for sample analysis.

Demonstrations included the:

• New Phenom ProX Gen 5 – The latest desktop SEM with enhanced imaging performance (up to 150,000x magnification and <8nm resolution), plus fully integrated x-ray analysis (EDS), fastest time to imaging (<30sec) and “never lost” navigation.
• Phenom XL SEM – Superfast and easy to use and provides high resolution imaging with elemental analysis of large samples up to 100mm x 100mm.
• Phenom GSR SEM – Automated Gun Shot Residue analysis &fully integrated elemental (EDS) detection.
• New Eucentric Sample Holder – Unique option for quickly and safely tilting and rotating samples while imaging.
• New Tensile stage – Examine how materials will react when they are pulled apart or pushed together.
• Filter holder/ Resin mount holder – For multiple sample analysis.

Phenom SEM showcase flier

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14/15 June, 28/29 June, 18/19 July, 16-18 August  2017

ADELAIDE     BRISBANE      PERTH      AUCKLAND

A series of training courses focused on the Malvern Mastersizer and Malvern Zetasizer instruments were run in Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland. 

Training provided users with the opportunity to learn how the instruments work, how to make reliable measurements and how to interpret data. Hands-on practical sessions delivered important maintenance and sampling procedures.

These training courses will be hosted again in the near future at venues depending on the level of interest received.  Contact us now to reserve your seat.

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