PRESS RELEASE
released on 5 April 2002
NEW
FLUOROPHORE WALL CHART NOW AVAILABLE
Excellent Reference Resources from the Fluorescence
Experts
Bio-Rad Cell Science Division (formerly the
Microscopy Division) has developed a new version of its popular
Fluorophore Wall Chart. This essential reference source now includes new
information and is divided down the centre into lists of conjugates and
probes making it even easier to use. The design provides "at a
glance" fluorophore data showing both the excitation and emission
maxima (nm) to aid the user in the selection of the correct fluorophore
for use with their samples and microscope.
The inclusion of numerous spectacular images taken by
users around the world, with Bio-Rad systems, makes this both an
attractive and useful addition to any laboratory wall.
To obtain a free copy of the Bio-Rad Fluorophore Wall
Chart visit www.microscopy.bio-rad.com,
where an on-line interactive
fluorescence database can also be found. This attractive application is
a popular hit with web site visitors, aiding researchers in selecting
the best combination of a range of fluorophores and filters. The
excitation and emission profiles of up to 4 fluorochromes can be plotted
at once, and then overlayed with laser lines and filter data. The
database can be searched by name or by user defined bandwidth of
excitation or emission wavelengths. The easy-to-use web page features an
online help to guide first-time users through this very basic, but
powerful tool. On-line charting of excitation, emission and filter
spectra helps in planning experiments before hitting the microscope!
Launched in May 1999, the tool has proven to be a
great success with scientists all around the world, with over 24,000
users who find it "very informative, effective and easy to use, and
a great resource that’s often used".
About Bio-Rad Cell Science Division
Bio-Rad was the first company to commercialise
confocal and multi-photon microscopy and is still the world leader in
the biological applications of these technologies. With recognised
excellence in the fields of both proteomics and genomics, Bio-Rad really
can offer a ‘complete solution’. Bio-Rad is a respected
international company with impressive R&D, testing and manufacturing
facilities. A network of specialists in all areas of biological science
together with the company’s own service engineers supports the high
quality product range worldwide. Bio-Rad encourages the exchange of
information and holds regular regional user meetings for the benefit of
researchers internationally.
For further information, please contact Bio-Rad Cell
Science Division at Bio-Rad House, Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead,
Hertfordshire, HP2 7TD, UK, Tel. +44 (0) 208 328 2000 or visit the web
site at www.microscopy.bio-rad.com
Editors Note
The Bio-Rad definition of the two types of fluorophore:
A conjugate is a fluorophore that is usually attached to an anti-body
(e.g. Alexa, Cy, Bodipy dyes).
A fluorescent probe is a fluorophore designed to localise within a
specific region of a cell or to respond to a specific stimulus (e.g pH
indicators, xFP’s, DAPI). A probe may be associated with live cells
and physiology experiments.
FOR FURTHER EDITORIAL INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Carole Staniford
Catalyst Communications
carole@staniford.fsworld.co.uk
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