Abstract:
An isolator system including: a box-shaped body case having, in an interior thereof, a work space for operation in a sterile environment and also having, in a front surface thereof, an insertion portion into which a worker's arm is inserted; and an air-conditioning portion configured to supply gas in the work space of the body case or to discharge gas in the work space, a bottom of the work space being configured with a work plate, a discharge path configured to discharge gas in the work space being formed below the work plate, the work plate being configured with first and second work plates obtained by dividing the work plate into right and left parts, a receiving portion being located below the first work plate, the receiving portion being arranged extending towards the second work plate on a side edge of the first work plate, the side edge of the first work plate being in contact with the second work plate, a side edge of the second work plate for being in contact with the first work plate being placed detachably on the receiving portion.
Abstract:
A protective device (20) is provided to equip a sterile enclosure (1) configured to be placed in communication with another sterile enclosure (2) so as to allow objects to be transferred from one enclosure to the other. The protective device (20) covers an interface defined between the sterile enclosures (1, 2).
Abstract:
Constant-temperature equipment wherein mechanical and electrical structures are eliminated from the inside of a temperature-controlled chamber (15) by using a non-contact magnetic arrangement as a drive transmission for a sample table (5) and a sample table drive mechanism (6), thus reducing failure and enhancing maintainability. In addition, a conveyance mechanism (11) is provided with a pass box adjacent which sliding shielding plates (9) are stacked vertically, and the shielding plates (9) are linked with the conveyance mechanism (11) by an engaging mechanism provided in the conveyance mechanism (11) to allow the plates to be opened and closed by a travel mechanism (12), thus simplifying the structure and minimizing change in atmosphere during conveying. The sample table drive mechanism (6) and the conveyance mechanism (11) can be attached removably to the temperature-controlled chamber (15) to permit sterilization at high temperature.
Abstract:
Flow cytometer systems are provided that mitigate aerosols generated during operation of a flow cytometer. A flow cytometer system can include various combinations of: a flow cytometer instrument base, a flow cytometer, and a biosafety hood (BSH). In some embodiments, a subject flow cytometer system includes a flow cytometer instrument base, a flow cytometer, and a BSH. In some embodiments, a subject flow cytometer system includes a flow cytometer instrument base and a flow cytometer. In some cases, a BSH includes an aerosol management system, which provides a redundant air filtration system. Also provided are components of a flow cytometer system (e.g., a BSH configured to attach to a flow cytometer instrument base, a flow cytometer instrument base configured to attach to a BSH, etc.). Also provided are methods, including methods of performing a flow cytometric procedure using a flow cytometer system; and methods of decontaminating a flow cytometer system.
Abstract:
This invention relates to a mobile laboratory for analysis of pathogenic agents. According to the invention, the laboratory (1) consists of a transportable mobile container defining a basic chamber (10), the space inside said chamber being isolated from the outside by means of a sealed box (5) inserted in said room, said box comprising a sealed zone for analysis of pathogenic agents (50d, 500d) fitted with a pressure device that maintains a negative pressure inside said zone relative to its external environment, characterised in that the sealed box (5) includes a first protective equipment airlock (500a), - a second sealed airlock (500b) communicating between said sealed zone for the analysis of pathogenic agents and said first airlock, a third sealed airlock (500c) communicating between said sealed zone for the analysis of pathogenic agents and said first airlock, wherein the zone for analysing pathogenic agents (500d) can only be entered through said second airlock.
Abstract:
A solid phase synthesis system including one or more reaction vessels, one or more structural unit chemical dispensing units, one or more synthesis chemical dispensing units, and a controller is provided. The arrangement of the reaction vessels, dispensing units and corresponding fluid interconnections restricts cross-contamination within the system. The controller facilitates automated or semi-automated production of various organic compounds. Associated software including varying command structures may be provided to facilitate ease in programming and automating of the synthesis system.
Abstract:
This enclosure comprises a body which itself comprises: a structure which internally delimits a processing space which opens at the outer side of the structure by way of an opening, at least one framework element which is fixed in a removable manner to the structure in order to delimit, in the opening (13), at least two zones for access to separate regions of the processing space. At least two gates are mounted so as to be movable on the structure in order selectively to close and open the access zones. Application, for example, to CO2 incubators.
Abstract:
The invention provides a method for synthesizing various chemicals onto solid supports, cleaving the synthesized compounds and preparing samples for analysis. In one exemplary embodiment, the invention provides a device comprising a housing which defines an enclosure. A plate having a plurality of wells is received into the enclosure. Each of the wells has a bottom end and at least some of the wells have a hole in the bottom end. A pressure source is in fluid communication with the holes in the bottom ends of the wells. In this manner, a fluid may be maintained within the wells by application of pressure from the pressure source.
Abstract:
A cryogenically efficient interface which enables the quick loading of completely configured Independent Measurement Inserts in a direction perpendicular to the temperature gradient of a cryogenic cooling source. An air lock and precooling means provide a method for loading independent measurement inserts directly into the cryostat vacuum without applying an undue initial or steady thermal load on the cooling source. A heat switch provides means for establishing variable thermal contact between the contoured independent measurement inserts and the cold stage of a cryogenic cooling source. There is a free selection in the cryogenic cooling source which may be used and also in the types of measurements which may be configured and loaded by the means of appropriately configured idependent measurement inserts. Loading of measurement inserts may be carried out in any direction. The experimental flexibility gained in the use of my invention is a benefit to scientists and engineers wishing to conveniently perform a diversity of different measurements at cryogenic temperatures.
Abstract:
A seamless, light weight container that provides two levels of liquid and gaseous containment. The container has removable covers that have a double seal which allows confirmation of seal integrity prior to shipment by applying a vacuum or pressure to the internal space between the inner and outer seals. This close-out vacuum or pressure test can be completed within minutes and it provides certification that the container seals meet design criteria for quick turn-around in spacecraft environments.