BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Resources | Government Scientific Source - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://resources.govsci.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Resources | Government Scientific Source REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190613T000000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190613T133150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T143236Z UID:6051-1560384000-1560384000@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:An Introduction To Cell Culture DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce the history\, theory\, basic techniques\, and potential pit-falls of mammalian cell culture. It is designed for students and new lab technicians\, as well as bench scientists interested in updating their techniques or knowledge in the field. \nTopics to be discussed include:\n• History and practical theories of cell culture and its impact on today’s science\n• The requirements needed to set up a cell culture laboratory\n• Challenges when performing mammalian cell culture and how to overcome them \nAbout our Presenter:\nDr. Mark Rothenberg graduated from Emory University with his Ph.D. in Cell and Developmental Biology. Over the past 25 years\, Mark has held positions in both academia and industry where he has developed an expertise in the areas of assay development and cell culture. He currently holds the position of Manager Scientific Training and Education with Corning Life Sciences. \nWatch On Demand URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/an-introduction-to-cell-culture/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Feature-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190513T175536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T182400Z UID:5694-1558533600-1558537200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Unexpected Purity Differences Between Popular Bottled Waters DESCRIPTION:Join us for this complimentary webinar discussing different bottled water samples that were analyzed for cleanliness and purity. \nTeledyne Tekmar performed a study on 5 popular bottled waters using proven Total Organic Carbon (TOC) analysis. TOC is a great “catch all” method of validating water cleanliness and purity. We will be using Teledyne Tekmar’s Fusion because it offers the best choice for drinking water purity analysis. This is due to its oxidation technique which allows for very few interferences and low carbon background making its results reliable and many work flow simplifying software features. \nThis webinar will be presented by Joy Osborne\, TOC Product Line Manager for Teledyne Tekmar. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRegister Here URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/unexpected-purity-differences-between-popular-bottled-waters/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Teledyne_Cetac-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190507T142237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T142237Z UID:5653-1558519200-1558537200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:2019 NIH Spring Biomedical Research Equipment & Supplies Exhibit Location: Exhibit Tent - Parking Lot 10H DESCRIPTION: URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/2019-nih-spring-biomedical-research-equipment-supplies-exhibit-location-exhibit-tent-parking-lot-10h/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190521T174608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T185640Z UID:5806-1558436400-1558440000@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Overcoming Common Challenges in Waste & Surface Waters Analysis DESCRIPTION:Event Overview: \nLaboratories performing wastewater\, surface water\, and effluent testing contend with a multitude of demands: \n\nAnalyzing a diverse range of contaminants\, which mandates a variety of methods and techniques while managing a large volume of samples\nBalancing high throughputs\, low instrument downtime with high sensitivity and reliable results\n\nA “one size fits all” approach may not be the best solution for your laboratory.  The correct analytical technique coupled with the proper sample preparation technique can streamline your wastewater analyses and ultimately improve your profitability\, operating margins and efficiency.  Examining these new advances and how they can bring significant return on investment (ROI) for modernizing your laboratory will be discussed. \nKey Learning Objectives: \n\nLearn about new technological advances in mature techniques for inorganic constituents in surface and waste waters\nGain insights on best practices to reduce reruns and improve sample throughput\nDiscover invaluable approaches to deal with the challenges of interferences from complex wastewater matrices\nAddress how to analyze both high and low concentration elements simultaneously\nExpand understanding of stay-clean technology in the newest GC–MS approaches\nLearn specific injector techniques for organic contaminants that enhance sample recovery and reporting limits\nFind out about new organic detectors that extend dynamic range and how to optimize them for use with alternative carrier gases\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nLaboratory technicians who perform waste and surface water analyses for their clients\nWater quality scientists or chemists working with public water supplies or water treatment facilities\nAcademia research scientists\, chemists or laboratory department managers analyzing waste or surface water quality trends\nLaboratory managers and directors who are tasked with improving productivity and profit margins for the lab operations they oversee\n\n \n  \nRuth Wolf\nPrincipal Field Application Scientist\, Atomic/Mass Spectroscopy\nPerkinElmer\, Inc. \n  \nRuth has 20 years’ experience working as an analytical chemist in a variety of fields including environmental and geochemical analysis\, analytical methods development\, instrumentation development\, and technical sales and marketing. She returned to PerkinElmer\, Inc.\, as a Senior Field Application Scientist in 2016 after spending 12 years at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Research Chemist. She has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Colorado State University and an M.B.A. from the University of Connecticut. \n \n  \nLee Marotta\nPrincipal Field Application Scientist\, Gas Chromatography\nPerkinElmer\, Inc. \n  \nLee Marotta is a Principal Field Application Scientist with PerkinElmer. She started her career at Exxon Corporate Research as a chromatographer. Since Exxon\, Lee has over 25 years’ experience as a field application scientist with PerkinElmer. She focuses on the petroleum and environmental industries\, engaging with customers to understanding their challenges and requirements to ultimately help them realize success. She has a B.S. in Chemistry and Biology from Rutgers University. \nWATCH ON DEMAND URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/overcoming-common-challenges-in-waste-surface-waters-analysis/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Waste-Surface-Waters-Analysis-Graphic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190507T140409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T140555Z UID:5649-1558422000-1558454400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD) St. Louis Union Station Hotel 1820 Market Street St. Louis\, MO 63103 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/american-society-of-crime-laboratory-directors-ascld-st-louis-union-station-hotel-1820-market-street-st-louis-mo-63103/ CATEGORIES:GSS Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190513T172831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T182153Z UID:5691-1557919800-1557923400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Setup\, Maintenance and Cleaning Tips for the U5000AT+ Ultrasonic Nebulizer DESCRIPTION:Join us for this webinar that will cover recommended best practices for maintaining your U5000AT+ Ultrasonic Nebulizer. \nTopics to be covered: \n• Setup \n• Maintenance \n• Cleaning Tips \nFred Smith\, Teledyne CETAC Product Manager will be presenting this webinar. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe presentation will last approximately 30 minutes and will include a question and answer session to follow. \nRegister Here\n  URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/setup-maintenance-and-cleaning-tips-for-the-u5000at-ultrasonic-nebulizer/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Teledyne_Cetac-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T090000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190507T132956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190507T142926Z UID:5647-1557392400-1557392400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:JSA's 2019 Small Business Outreach Fair May 9 \, 2019 Jefferson Lab Newport News\, VA USA DESCRIPTION: URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/jsas-2019-small-business-outreach-fair-may-9-2019-jefferson-lab-newport-news-va-usa/ CATEGORIES:GSS Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190502T153000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190614T144536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T144536Z UID:6131-1556618400-1556811000@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Ft Detrick Tent Show Frederick\, MD DESCRIPTION: URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/ft-detrick-tent-show-frederick-md/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190313T143020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T143020Z UID:4758-1555585200-1555588800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Solutions for Light Hydrocarbons and Gases: PLOT Columns DESCRIPTION:Date and time:\nThursday\, April 18\, 2019 11:00 am\nEastern Daylight Time (New York\, GMT-04:00)\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 18\, 2019 8:00 am\nPacific Daylight Time (San Francisco\, GMT-07:00)\n\n\n\nThursday\, April 18\, 2019 5:00 pm\nEurope Summer Time (Berlin\, GMT+02:00)\n\n\nProgram:\n\n2018-2019 Agilent GC and GC/MS Chemistries and Supplies Webinar Series\n\n\n\nPanelist(s) Info:\n\nAllen K. Vickers\, Product Development Chemist\, Agilent Technologies Inc.\n\n\n\nDuration:\n1 hour\n\n\nDescription:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPLOT (Porous Layer Open Tubular) columns are intended for the separation of compounds with very high vapor pressure (e.g.\, permanent gases and light hydrocarbons) without the need for cryogenic or sub-ambient cooling of the oven. PLOT column stationary phases are physically different than those of polysiloxanes and polyethylene glycols. PLOT stationary phases are porous particles that are attached to the inner wall of the capillary tubing using a binder or similar means. Compounds are separated based on their adsorption properties and other gas-solid surface interactions with the stationary phase.Agilent offers the most comprehensive line of PLOT columns for analysis of fixed gases\, low molecular weight hydrocarbon isomers\, volatile polar compounds\, and reactive analytes such as sulfur gases\, amines\, and hydrides. In this presentation we will cover the modes of separation involved with PLOT columns and demonstrate a wide array of separations including permanent gases\, branched and olefinic hydrocarbons\, and sulfur compounds among others. \nPresenter Information: Allen K. Vickers\, Product Development Chemist\, Agilent Technologies Inc. \n\n\n\n\n \nPlease visit this link and register today at: Agilent Webinar GC Columns URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/solutions-for-light-hydrocarbons-and-gases-plot-columns/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/WebinarGC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190313T140914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190313T140914Z UID:4749-1552993200-1552996800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Making a Grand Entrance: Techniques for Efficient Sample Introduction\, Inlet Types\, and Maintenance DESCRIPTION:Date and time:\nTuesday\, March 19\, 2019 11:00 am\nEastern Daylight Time (New York\, GMT-04:00)\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 19\, 2019 8:00 am\nPacific Daylight Time (San Francisco\, GMT-07:00)\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 19\, 2019 4:00 pm\nEurope Time (Berlin\, GMT+01:00)\n\n\nProgram:\n\n2018-2019 Agilent GC and GC/MS Chemistries and Supplies Webinar Series\n\n\n\nPanelist(s) Info:\n\nMark Sinnott\, Application Engineer\, Agilent Technologies\, Inc.;Alex Ucci\, Application Engineer\, Agilent Technologies\, Inc.\n\n\n\nDuration:\n1 hour\n\n\nDescription:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSample introduction is arguably one of the most important aspects in being successful at Gas Chromatography. The vast majority of problems that arise in GC are inlet or “front-end” related. If your sample is not introduced properly to the inlet and column\, all bets are off for producing a useful high-resolution chromatogram. In this presentation we will discuss the various types of GC inlets available including when and how to use them. We will also discuss proper inlet maintenance techniques to keep your application running strong. Presenter Information: \n Mark Sinnott\, Application Engineer\, Agilent Technologies\, Inc. \nMark Sinnott works for Agilent Technologies as a Technical Support Engineer in the Consumables and Supplies Division (CSD) at the capillary column manufacturing facility (the “J&W Scientific” location). In his position at Agilent\, Mark performs technical support and applications assistance to gas chromatographers worldwide. He has more than 22 years of experience in gas chromatography\, including environmental analysis of compounds in air\, soil and water matrices\, including dissolved gas analysis for the electrical industry. Mark holds a Master’s Degree in Chemistry from California State University\, Sacramento\, and currently resides in Sacramento. \nAlex Ucci\, Application Engineer\, Agilent Technologies\, Inc. \nIn his current position at Agilent\, Alex provides application assistance and technical support for sample preparation products as well as GC and LC consumables. Before he joined Agilent in 2014\, Alex was a graduate student at the Pennsylvania State University researching the morphology and surface properties of aerosol particles using a wide variety of analytical techniques. He has an MS degree in chemistry. \n \n\nPlease visit this link and register today at: Agilent Webinar GC Columns URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/making-a-grand-entrance-techniques-for-efficient-sample-introduction-inlet-types-and-maintenance/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/WebinarGC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T143000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190207T142516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190207T142516Z UID:4019-1551360600-1551364200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Amino Acid Analysis: Challenges and Solutions DESCRIPTION:Amino acids are small molecules that serve as fundamental building blocks in a cell. They play a vital role in a variety of physiological mechanisms.\nQuantitation of amino acids to understand and monitor cell function has historically been a challenge to researchers.\nThis presentation will not only shed light on the challenges in amino acid analysis but also present ways of addressing those challenges.\n\n \n  \nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\nLaks Iyer\, Ph.D.\nPrincipal Product Manager\nWaters Corporation\n  \nLaks Iyer Ph.D. is a Principal Product Manager with Chemistry Technology Center at Waters Corporation.\nHis background is in biochemistry\, neuroscience and molecular biology. He has over 15 years of experience with life science research products.\n \n  \n\n\n \n\n\n\nPadhraic Rossiter\nProduct Development Chemist\nWaters Corporation\, Wexford\, Ireland\n \n \n\nPadhraic Rossiter is a Product Development Chemist at the Waters Reagent Kit Development Centre in Wexford\, Ireland. His background is Chemistry and Biochemistry.\nHe has been involved in the development and manufacture of reagent kits for over 7 years and has been working on the amino acid application for 2 years. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/amino-acid-analysis-challenges-and-solutions/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/WatersWebinar2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190219T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190212T210258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190212T210258Z UID:4228-1550574000-1550577600@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Redefining Automated RNA Isolation Using Advanced Sample Preparation Kits with a Digital Automated Platform DESCRIPTION:How are your RNA yields? In some cases\, sample types present special challenges in RNA purification and analysis. In this webinar\, we will discuss and provide tips for the following topics: \n• The basic methods and challenges of RNA purification \n• Special considerations for challenging sample types \n• Solutions for automated RNA sample purification \nSpeaker: Inga Irle\, Ph.D.\, Senior Strategic Marketing Manager – QIAGEN \nDr. Inga Irle obtained her Master of Science degree in Biochemistry in 2006 from the Ruhr University in Bochum\, Germany\, focusing on molecular medicine and biomarker discovery. She received her Ph.D. in 2009 at the University of Duisburg-Essen\, where she worked in the field of cancer and epigenetics. Dr. Irle joined QIAGEN in 2010 and was Global Product Manager for various products\, including qPCR and Epigenetics. She currently is a Senior Strategic Marketing Manager for QIAGEN’s automated solutions for Life Science. \nRegister Here URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/redefining-automated-rna-isolation-using-advanced-sample-preparation-kits-with-a-digital-automated-platform/ LOCATION:From your desktop or mobile device CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/QIAGENWebinarRNAIsolation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190213T121500 DTSTAMP:20260611T152905 CREATED:20190208T183656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190208T183656Z UID:4078-1550055600-1550060100@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:switchSENSE® - Biophysical Analysis with Electro-Switchable Biosurfaces DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn more about dynamicBIOSENSORS’ pioneering switchSENSE® sensor platform: an automated\, fluorescence based biosensor chip technology that employs electrically actuated DNA nanolevers for biophysical and interaction analysis measurements! \nThe real-time measurement of binding kinetics of interactions between proteins\, DNA/RNA\, and small molecules can be detected with femto-molar sensitivity. The platform offers an automated ligand density control for the measurement of affinity and avidity binding modes in one single assay. Using minimal amounts of sample\, protein diameters and conformational changes are analyzed with 0.1 nm accuracy\, as well as protein melting transitions. \nAs a world’s first\, our double color DRX² analyzer enables the simultaneous measurement of two different species of probes on the same detection spot. This offers the possibility of on-spot referencing or dual binding modelling\, which is ideal for bispecific and proof-of-action experiments. Our webinar will cover the different measurement modes of our novel switchSENSE® technology\, as well as its applications in biophysical analysis. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/switchsense-biophysical-analysis-with-electro-switchable-biosurfaces/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/DynabioBanner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190129 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20190801T180822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T191109Z UID:7237-1548633600-1548719999@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Cell Culture Masterclass: A 10-Point Plan to Prevent Contamination DESCRIPTION:Franziska Wienholz\, Scientific Support Specialist\, Corning Life Sciences \n\nAll cell culture laboratories have experienced it: cell culture contamination and its inevitable loss of material. Contaminants may be biological or chemical\, visible or invisible\, destructive or seemingly benign\, but in all cases\, they adversely affect both the use of your cell cultures and the quality of your research.\n\nIdentification and\, even better\, prevention of contamination are crucial for ensuring high-quality research. This expert webinar will present an overview on how to prevent\, recognize and tackle contamination by introducing good lab practices and targeted interventions. \nIf you work with cell culture daily or are interested in setting up prevention strategies to minimize contamination\, then join SelectScience and Franziska Wienholz\, scientific support specialist of Corning Life Sciences\, for this educational masterclass. Franziska will share a 10-point plan to prevent contamination and provide a comprehensive refresher on all aspects of cell culture. \nKey learning objectives: \nUnderstand the basic rules of cell culture\nKnow how to properly manage cell lines to prevent cross-contamination\nBe able to implement a 10-point plan to contamination prevention in your laboratory \nWho should attend:\nScientists working with cell culture on a daily basis\nCell culture managers who are interested in setting up programs to prevent contamination and determine authentication of cells\nResearchers that struggle with contamination issues \nWatch on Demand URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/cell-culture-masterclass-a-10-point-plan-to-prevent-contamination/ LOCATION:From your desktop or mobile device ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/AdobeStock_102697862Cell-Culter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20190107T214400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T214400Z UID:3703-1548162000-1548165600@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Enabling and Optimizing High Quality Spectral Flow Cytometry Analysis: The Cytek Aurora and FCS Express Synergistic Solution DESCRIPTION:Cytek Biosciences and De Novo Software are proud to announce a collaboration to allow you to work with your spectral analysis data files directly in FCS Express. The partnership brings a powerful combination of cutting edge spectral flow cytometry technology together with data analysis tools designed to get you results in record time. In addition\, all new Aurora and Northern Lights cytometers will now include FCS Express. \nJoin us for an exciting and educational webinar to learn how to implement the complimentary technologies of Cytek and De Novo Software in your everyday analysis. Whether you are new to spectral flow cytometry or have been using the technology for years this webinar is for you. \nThe joint webinar will cover an introduction to spectral flow cytometry technology using Cytek’s intuitive systems with a focus on dye selection\, working with fluorochrome signatures\, and quality control to acquire highly multiparametric data sets with unparalleled ease. The team from De Novo Software will discuss how to integrate Spectral Plots in FCS Express to your everyday analysis to facilitate reporting\, quality control\, statistics\, batch analysis\, and publication ready figures. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/enabling-and-optimizing-high-quality-spectral-flow-cytometry-analysis-the-cytek-aurora-and-fcs-express-synergistic-solution/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Enabling-and-Optimizing-High-Quality-Spectral-Flow-Cytometry-Analysis-The-Cytek-Aurora-and-FCS-Express-Synergistic-Solution.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190114T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20190104T134717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T134717Z UID:3662-1547470800-1547474400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Introduction to the new CLC Genomics Workbench 12 DESCRIPTION:QIAGEN is proudly introducing a new bioinformatics analysis tool\, CLC Genomics Workbench 12\, designed to bring the robustness and sophistication of the company’s industry-leading sequencing analysis solutions to biologists without bioinformatics training. The new tool works with any biological variant\, in any species\, for any application. \nIn this webinar\, we will present a sneak preview of the basic features and showcase selected improvements in the new CLC Genomics Workbench 12. The following topics will be addressed: \n\nOverview of the Workbench user interface\nPlugins – Biomedical Genomics Analysis Module\nNew Reference Data Manager\nRunning individual tools or workflows\nBatch analysis of data\nData visualization with the new improved Genome Browser\n\nREGISTER HERE \nSpeaker:\nPrakriti Mudvari\, PhD\nSenior Scientist – QIAGEN URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/introduction-to-the-new-clc-genomics-workbench-12/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Learn-what’s-new-in-the-new-CLC-Genomics-Workbench-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181108T142702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T142702Z UID:3343-1544619600-1544623200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Waters: Processing and Interpreting LC/Time-of-Flight MS Data DESCRIPTION:Mass spectrometry (MS) is becoming more and more common in the day-to-day work of analytical scientists either as a supplement to\, or enhancement of\, UV and other optical-based measurements. The additional information provided by mass spectrometry is of value in a variety of assays across multiple application areas. For example\, Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry provides accurate mass measurement for compound confirmation or identification of unknown species. It can also provide enhanced specificity over traditional MSMS techniques in quantitative assays. \nIn this series of webinars\, we will review the concepts of Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry. The first seminar of the series will focus on the basic principles of TOF-MS and a comparison with other mass spectrometric techniques. This will be followed by a discussion of the considerations for coupling ESI-MS to liquid chromatography\, including MS-compatible mobile phases. The final webinar will review how to process and interpret the resulting data for both traditional small molecule applications and biopharmaceutical applications. Throughout the webinar series\, practical examples and tips will be shared so that new users of the technique will gain insights that can be put to immediate use. \nREGISTER HERE \nPresenter\nMichael Daly\nSenior Principal Field Applications Specialist\nWaters Corporation URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/waters-processing-and-interpreting-lc-time-of-flight-ms-data/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/meet_the_experts_banner_template_webinar_on24_990px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181108T141937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T142737Z UID:3340-1544014800-1544018400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Waters: Practical Tips for Coupling Time-of-Flight MS with Liquid Chromatography DESCRIPTION:Mass spectrometry (MS) is becoming more and more common in the day-to-day work of analytical scientists either as a supplement to\, or enhancement of\, UV and other optical-based measurements. The additional information provided by mass spectrometry is of value in a variety of assays across multiple application areas. For example\, Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry provides accurate mass measurement for compound confirmation or identification of unknown species. It can also provide enhanced specificity over traditional MSMS techniques in quantitative assays. \nIn this series of webinars\, we will review the concepts of Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry. The first seminar of the series will focus on the basic principles of TOF-MS and a comparison with other mass spectrometric techniques. This will be followed by a discussion of the considerations for coupling ESI-MS to liquid chromatography\, including MS-compatible mobile phases. The final webinar will review how to process and interpret the resulting data for both traditional small molecule applications and biopharmaceutical applications. Throughout the webinar series\, practical examples and tips will be shared so that new users of the technique will gain insights that can be put to immediate use. \nREGISTER HERE \nPresenter\nPaula Hong\, Ph.D.\nPrincipal Scientist\nWaters Corporation URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/waters-practical-tips-for-coupling-time-of-flight-ms-with-liquid-chromatography/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/meet_the_experts_banner_template_webinar_on24_990px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181207T200833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181207T200833Z UID:3540-1543921200-1543924800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:MILLIPORESIGMA: INNOVATIONS IN FOOD ANALYSIS USING SPME-DART®/MS DESCRIPTION:Lab Manager is hosting a joint webinar from MilliporeSigma® and IonSense featuring an innovative workflow for food analysis applications. The SPME-DART®/MS workflow offers isolation of analytes by either direct immersion into food and beverages or extraction from headspace. This is followed by direct analysis without further sample processing or the need for GC or LC separation. Learn more about the many advantages of SPME-DART®/MS by registering for this exciting webinar! \nWATCH ON DEMAND \nKey Learning Objectives \n\nHow SPME-DART®/MS methods can increase lab efficiency\nAdvantages of SPME compared to traditional sample prep techniques\nBenefits of DART/MS over LC/MS or GC/MS\n\nWho Should Attend?\nAnyone interested in innovations in food and beverage analysis\, including: \n\nAnalytical Chemists\nMethod Developers\nLaboratory Manager\, Directors\, Supervisors\n\nSpeaker\nBrittany Laramee\nProduct Specialist\nIonSense\, Inc. URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/milliporesigma-innovations-in-food-analysis/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181106T165812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T133204Z UID:3289-1543489200-1543492800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:IncuCyte: Longitudinal Characterization of Human Stem Cell-Derived Neurons Using Calcium Imaging DESCRIPTION:Webinar abstract \nThe ability to measure neuronal activity and network activity in a longitudinal manner is paramount to the study of neurological disease Due to the synaptic plasticity of neuronal cell cultures\, identifying dynamic changes between normal and mutated models is critical for understanding changes in network connectivity. To evaluate activity differences between normal and diseased states\, we used mutant and control human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to generate neuronal cultures by forcing expression of Neurogenin-2. Using the IncuCyte® S3 live-cell analysis system\, we measured neuronal activity over the course of several weeks for functional analysis of differences in activity and connectivity. We found that iPSC-derived neurons had increased activity over time and formed synchronous neuronal networks around 3 weeks of differentiation. Data generated showed a reproducible\, relevant phenotypic readout for long-term network changes in this epileptic cell model. \nWATCH ON DEMAND \nLearn how to: \n\nDifferentiate iPSCs into neurons using forced Neurogenin-2 expression\nAcquire and analyze calcium imaging data over time\, using the IncuCyte® S3 live-cell analysis system\nThe importance of long-term analysis of neuronal activity to evaluate differences in activity and connectivity for iPSC derived neurons\n\nPresenter: Louis Dang\, MD/PhD\, Clinical Lecturer\, University of Michigan \nLouis Dang is a pediatric epileptologist and neuroscientist at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on how genetic mutations cause early-life epilepsies. Using patient-derived and gene-edited stem cells\, he generates 2D and 3D cultures to determine the molecular pathogenesis of epilepsy\, opening new avenues for targeted therapies. URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/incucyte-longitudinal-characterization-of-human-stem-cell-derived-neurons-using-calcium-imaging/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Longitudinal-Characterization-of-Human-Stem-Cell-Derived-Neurons-Using-Calcium-Imaging.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181128T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181108T141548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T142849Z UID:3335-1543410000-1543413600@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Waters: What Is Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry and How Is It Used? DESCRIPTION:Mass spectrometry (MS) is becoming more and more common in the day-to-day work of analytical scientists either as a supplement to\, or enhancement of\, UV and other optical-based measurements. The additional information provided by mass spectrometry is of value in a variety of assays across multiple application areas. For example\, Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry provides accurate mass measurement for compound confirmation or identification of unknown species. It can also provide enhanced specificity over traditional MSMS techniques in quantitative assays. \nIn this series of webinars\, we will review the concepts of Time-of-Flight (TOF) mass spectrometry. The first seminar of the series will focus on the basic principles of TOF-MS and a comparison with other mass spectrometric techniques. This will be followed by a discussion of the considerations for coupling ESI-MS to liquid chromatography\, including MS-compatible mobile phases. The final webinar will review how to process and interpret the resulting data for both traditional small molecule applications and biopharmaceutical applications. Throughout the webinar series\, practical examples and tips will be shared so that new users of the technique will gain insights that can be put to immediate use. \nREGISTER HERE \nPresenter\nKieron Faherty\, Ph.D.\nSeparations & MS Field Marketing Manager\nWaters Corporation URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/waters-fundamentals-of-time-of-flight-tof-mass-spectrometry-part-1/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/meet_the_experts_banner_template_webinar_on24_990px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181031T100000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181029T201105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T195338Z UID:3246-1540976400-1540980000@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Improving RNA research results with LNA technology DESCRIPTION:How does locked nucleic acid (LNA) technology affect RNA results? \nLNA (locked nucleic acid) oligos bind with much higher affinity and specificity to RNA targets than standard DNA and RNA oligos. This enables specific and sensitive detection of small RNAs and discrimination between highly similar sequences. This webinar will present the unique features and benefits of LNA and discuss how your microRNA qPCR experiments and your functional analyses of RNA will profit. \nLNA substitutions increase oligo melting temperature\, enabling Tm adjustment and normalization. This makes LNA optimal for designing short\, high-affinity PCR primers and antisense oligonucleotides. LNA also allows detection of rare RNAs\, even when limited to less sample material or complex samples with low RNA content. As LNA also increases the Tm difference between perfectly matched and mismatched targets\, even closely related sequences can be accurately discriminated in qPCR profiling and silencing. \nDue to their short length\, high-affinity LNA antisense oligonucleotides are taken up naturally by cells. Highly potent once inside cells and resistant to enzymatic degradation\, LNA antisense oligos effectively silence RNA in a broad range of animal tissues – making them the tool of choice for revealing RNA functions and evaluating their therapeutic potential. \nQIAGEN has merged our cutting edge technologies with Exiqon’s twenty years of experience in LNA oligo design to enhance qPCR technology\, in situ hybridization\, functional analysis of RNA in cells and animals\, miRNA and RNA sequencing and much more! Join this webinar and learn how to take your RNA research to the next level! \nREGISTER HERE \n• Live Webinar: Take your RNA research to the next level with LNA technology\n• Speaker: Roman Kurek\, Ph.D.\, Senior Customer Solutions Manager\, Genomics\, QIAGEN\n• Date and Time: October 31\, 2018 at 9:00 am EDT and 2:00 pm CET URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/improving-rna-research-results-with-lna-technology/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Take-your-RNA-research-to-the-next-level-with-LNA-technologies.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181024T133000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181019T165955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T171933Z UID:3140-1540373400-1540387800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:APG FALL TECHNOLOGY EXPO DESCRIPTION:SAME GREAT SHOW/ NEW LOCATION\n REFRESHMENTS SERVED!\n \n Pre-Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Come see Government Scientific Source at the annual APG Fall Technology Expo! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Free and open to all DoD\, Federal\, and Contractor Personnel\n(must have gate access) \n  \nOver 80 vendors exhibiting including GSS partners \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL PRESENTATION:“Current Topics in Potent Compound Containment”\nPresented by Flow Sciences at 1145 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Briefing Schedule\n9:45: “Developments in Additive Manufacturing to Improve Readiness and Responsiveness” presented by Cimquest Inc.\n10:45: “C4ISR Cooling in Austere Environments” presented by Aspen Systems Inc.\n11:45: “Current Topics in Potent Compound Containment” presented by Flow Sciences\, Inc. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Produced By\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pre-Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Veteran Owned Small Business\nMedCom Contract Holder\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Want More?\nSign up for the GSS Resources Newsletter\, an eNewsletter that delivers new technology and news\, straight to your inbox. \n \n Newsletter Info URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/apg-fall-technology-expo/ LOCATION:Top of the Bay\, 6817 Plum Point Dr.\, Bldg. 30\, Aberdeen\, MD\, 6817 Plum Point Dr.\, Bldg. 30\, Aberdeen\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:GSS Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T110000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180906T192102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181025T174704Z UID:2646-1540288800-1540292400@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Promega: A Multi-Modal Assay for Quantitating and Interpreting Changes in Autophagic Flux DESCRIPTION:This webinar is in collaboration with Aurelia Bioscience\, Nottingham\, UK. \nMonitoring autophagy using imaging or western blotting methods can be cumbersome\, low-throughput and subjective. Learn about a new LC3 reporter assay with three modalities (plate-reader based\, imaging and blotting) to help scale up your autophagy analysis with confidence. \nJoin us live to share your challenges with autophagy assays and test your knowledge of the pathway. \nWATCH ON DEMAND \nADDITIONAL WEBINAR INFORMATION: \nAre you studying autophagy or just getting started and want a simple\, add-mix-measure assay? Are you struggling to distinguish autophagy stimulation from late-phase pathway inhibition? Are you screening a large number of compounds and need a quantitative\, scalable assay? \nWhile imaging and western blotting are useful approaches for studying autophagy\, they can be challenging to interpret and have limited quantitative power. The new Autophagy LC3 HiBiT Reporter Assay enables you to unambiguously discern autophagy inducers from inhibitors with a quantitative\, plate-reader based readout. Implementing NanoBiT® and HaloTag®-based technology\, our autophagy reporter also allows for imaging and HiBiT blotting modalities to confirm mechanism of action as autophagy modulation\, and to discern early- versus late-phase pathway inhibition. \nJoin this live webinar to learn how the Autophagy LC3 HiBiT Reporter Assay can simplify your autophagy research. You’ll also hear about how Dr. Gary Allenby\, CSO and founder of Aurelia Biosciences\, benchmarked this autophagy assay against other assays for performance in high-throughput screening formats. \nPRESENTERS: DAN LAZAR\, PhD AND GARY ALLENBY\, PhD \nDr. Dan Lazar received his Ph.D. in biological chemistry from the University of Michigan and then completed a postdoctoral fellowship focused on cell signaling at Warner Lambert/Parke-Davis.  Subsequently\, he was a Team Leader and Senior Scientist at Eli Lilly within the metabolic disease drug-discovery area for well over a decade where he gained extensive experience in the development\, validation and implementation of cell-based and biochemical assays for drug discovery.  As a Group Leader and Senior Research Scientist at Promega\, Dan and his colleagues are principally focused on delivering novel cell-based assays for the quantitative assessment of various aspects of cell health to assist academic and industrial investigators. \nDr. Gary Allenby has a Ph.D. in reproductive toxicology\, and studied the pharmacology of retinoid biology as a post-doc at Hoffmann La Roche\, USA. He returned to the UK in 1995 to join the Lead Generation group at Glaxo Wellcome. There he developed cell-based assays for high throughput screening and worked with vendors to validate new technologies for screening and automated HTS. In 2000\, he joined the Hit Identification group at AstraZeneca\, developing assays for respiratory and inflammatory disease while continuing to work with vendors and automated assays. \nIn 2011\, Dr. Allenby became a founding entrepreneur of Aurelia Bioscience\, a pre-clinical contract research organization located in Nottingham\, UK. Aurelia Bioscience focuses on developing and implementing innovative cell-based assays for screening\, and collaborate with vendors to deliver value-adding data for drug discovery purposes. URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/promega-a-multi-modal-assay-for-quantitating-and-interpreting-changes-in-autophagic-flux/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180904T161256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T133243Z UID:2611-1539687600-1539691200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Agilent: Strategies to Avoid the Hidden Dangers of Suboptimal Sample Preparation and Simplify Your Workflow Simultaneously DESCRIPTION:Summary \nA typical laboratory workflow comprises of sample collection\, sample preparation\, introduction to the instrument\, analysis\, data review\, and finally\, data reporting\, where sample preparation has always been considered the bottleneck and rate-limiting step. Current advanced instrumentation greatly increase your capability to analyze various samples\, considering the required sensitivity\, selectivity\, reliability\, and feasibility of complex sample testing. Therefore\, the sample preparation step has been minimized to reduce time\, cost\, and complexity\, improve the universal applicability\, and it has been reduced to be just good enough. \nThere are several hidden dangers in sub-optimal sample preparation\, such as wasted time\, instrument maintenance/failure issues\, and inaccurate data\, that can arise and affect your overall success. These hidden dangers can be eliminated or greatly minimized by proper sample preparation workflow strategies. This improvement can be realized without having to retrain your scientist\, making large capital expenditures\, or having to rewrite your standard operating procedures (SOPs).  The following Webinar will discuss how various samples with high lipid content are prepared with a simplified sample prep workflow utilizing Captiva EMR-Lipid. \nWATCH ON DEMAND \nView Whitepaper \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will learn: \n\nHow to minimize the hidden dangers of sub-optimal sample preparation\nA simplified workflow for complex samples with high lipid content\nAn understanding of the key applications where Captiva EMR—Lipid can maximize results and boost productivity\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nLab Managers of contract\, government\, or QA/QC labs\nAnalytical chemists who develop methods for biological or food samples\nGraduate students and post-docs working on environmental\, pharmaceutical\, forensic\, or food analyses\n\nSpeakers \nGolnar Javadi\nTechnical Support Applications Engineer\nAgilent Technologies \n  \nAlex Ucci\nTechnical Support Applications Engineer\nAgilent URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/agilent-strategies-to-avoid-the-hidden-dangers-of-suboptimal-sample-preparation-and-simplify-your-workflow-simultaneously/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/wileymultiregoctober.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20181004T151430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T151430Z UID:3031-1539259200-1539262800@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:QIAGEN: What's the 'Plus' in QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus? DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Masae Kawamura for an updated review of QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus \nQuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus is approaching the first anniversary of its release to the US market. This milestone year has also been marked by a broad shift in global guidance towards TB blood testing for populations at increased risk for TB. The QFT-Plus test features innovative CD8 T cell technology that provides clinicians with a more comprehensive picture of a patient’s immune response to TB. Recent publications continue to demonstrate the benefits of QFT-Plus technology for at-risk patient populations – including studies of test efficacy for contact investigation\, healthcare worker screening and immunocompromised patients. \nJoin Dr. Masae Kawamura for a dynamic discussion of the latest scientific advancements in TB testing and CD8 technology\, including a review of recent publications and a discussion of case scenarios applying the insights of QFT-Plus. \nDisclaimer: QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus (QFT-Plus) is an in vitro diagnostic aid for detection of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. QFT-Plus is an indirect test for M. tuberculosis infection (including disease) and is intended for use in conjunction with risk assessment\, radiography\, and other medical and diagnostic evaluations. QFT-Plus Package Inserts as well as up-to-date licensing information and product-specific disclaimers can be found at www.QuantiFERON.com. The performance of the USA format of the QFT-Plus test has not been extensively evaluated with specimens from individuals who have impaired or altered immune functions\, such as those who have HIV infection or AIDS or those who have transplantation managed with immunosuppressive treatment or others who receive immunosuppressive drugs (e.g.\, corticosteroids\, methotrexate\, azathioprine\, cancer chemotherapy) \nCan’t make it? Don’t worry! Register and you’ll receive a link to the webinar recording! \nREGISTER HERE \nPresenter:\nMasae Kawamura\, M.D. Senior Director\, Medical & Scientific Affairs – TB Diagnostics\, QIAGEN URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/qiagen-whats-the-plus-in-quantiferon-tb-gold-plus/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Whats-the-Plus-in-QuantiFERON-TB-Gold-Plus..png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180911T141338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T141338Z UID:2705-1539255600-1539259200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Agilent: Surviving Chromatography Part II Corrective Action DESCRIPTION:Now you’re lost because your chromatography is not where it should be. What do you do? In this talk we’ll look at ways to troubleshoot what went wrong and discuss things you can do to keep them from happening in the future. \nIn this talk we’ll discuss: \n  \n\nCommon chromatography problems including pressure\, peak shape issues like tailing\, and retention time shifts\nHow to isolate the problem and whether it’s related to chemistry or your instrument hardware/software\nIdentifying the problem and taking corrective action can help prevent the same thing from happening in the future.\n\nREGISTER HERE \n  \nPresenter Information: Jean Lane\, Application Engineer\, Agilent Technologies\, Inc. \nJean has been employed with Agilent since Nov 2010 in technical and applications support and has a primary role supporting Agilent’s full line of LC columns and consumables\, which also includes support for Agilent’s GPC/SEC product line. She came to Agilent thru acquisition of Varian and the former Polymer Laboratories. \nJean has 20 plus years of technical and applications support for both HPLC and GPC consumable products. In addition to practical chromatography experience in the laboratory\, she has had many\, many years in her technical role involving customer support providing assistance and troubleshooting for customer chromatography issues. \n  URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/agilent-surviving-chromatography-part-ii-corrective-action/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Surviving-Chromatography-Part-II-Corrective-Action.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180904T144443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T150120Z UID:2605-1539255600-1539259200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:PerkinElmer: Tissue Biomarker Analysis: A Practical Approach for Translational Research DESCRIPTION:Simultaneous quantitation of 6 or more biomarkers in intact tissue specimens holds the key to many questions concerning the biological basis of health and disease by allowing complex cellular interactions to be captured and analyzed. However\, reliable detection remains elusive due to technical challenges from many sources\, including antibody cross reactivity\, difficulty in balancing signals from rare and abundant targets\, tissue autofluorescence and interference between fluorophores\, especially for co-localized targets. \nIn this webinar application scientists from PerkinElmer will present a practical and validated method for highly multiplexed tissue biomarker analysis that addresses many of these challenges. Opal™ staining is an antibody-agnostic technique\, which produces highly specific and reproducible results and when combined with multispectral imaging systems\, such as Vectra®\, is able to detect eight or more biomarkers simultaneously in one tissue section. Simultaneous detection of multiple antigens on a single tissue with multispectral imaging and analysis reveals spatial relationships between cells with the resolution needed for high-precision proximity analysis and detection of intracellular localization of targeted antigens. By elucidating the relationships between cells\, Opal staining allows you to see intercellular relationships in context of the microenvironment. \nWATCH ON DEMAND \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nHow to overcome key challenges inherent in multiplex biomarker analysis\nPractical and validated approaches to multiplex IHC staining\nWhy multispectral imaging is important for generating high quality data\nMethods for analyzing relationships between cells\n\n  \n \nGrady Carlson\, PhD\nField Applications Scientist\,\nQuantitative Pathology Solutions\nPerkinElmer \n  \nLinden Wyatt\, PhD\nField Applications Scientist\,\nQuantitative Pathology Solutions\nPerkinElmer URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/perkinelmer-tissue-biomarker-analysis-a-practical-approach-for-translational-research/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/webinar_header_banner_image_d328f37b7d3968afc867cc5d25576344efeda25f_8579.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180906T135337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180906T135337Z UID:2631-1539093600-1539097200@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Agilent: Gain Insights into Compliance Trends and Better Prepare for FDA Audits DESCRIPTION:EVENT OVERVIEW:\nFDA warning letters and 483 observations provide valuable information that can be used to show trends in FDA regulatory focus and changes in auditing practices. Data Integrity has dominated FDA pharmaceutical warning letters in recent years and has harmonized regulators all over the world through common training\, exchange of information\, and collaboration. Analysis of FDA warning letters\, 483 information\, and other regulatory noncompliance data provides a more complete picture of regulatory actions and trends in FDA auditing practices. Laboratories can leverage this insightful regulatory data to understand evolution of FDA thinking and be better prepared for their next FDA audit. \nJoin compliance expert Paul Smith as he reviews where to find valuable non-compliance data\, how to use the data to identify insights\, and trends in FDA auditing practices. \nKEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nWhere to access valuable non-compliance data\nHow to best leverage the data to identify insights\nCurrent evolutionary trends in FDA auditing practices\n\nREGISTER HERE \nPRESENTER: \nPaul Smith\nGlobal Strategic\nCompliance Specialist\nAgilent Technologies \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: \n\nExecutive suite\nLab operations managers (facilities/metrology)\nTechnicians/scientists\nQA/QC managers\nMetrology managers\nQuality director\n\n  \nSponsored by Agilent CrossLab. Presented by LC / GC. \nFor questions contact Kristen Moore at kristen.moore@ubm.com URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/agilent-gain-insights-into-compliance-trends-and-better-prepare-for-fda-audits/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://resources.govsci.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Aiglent-Webinar-Gain-Insights-into-Compliance-Trends-and-Better-Prepare-for-FDA-Audits.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T152906 CREATED:20180906T191509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T133038Z UID:2643-1539090000-1539093600@resources.govsci.com SUMMARY:Promega: Bottoms Up: Improving Proteomic Sample Preparation with Recombinant Asp-N and Multi-Enzyme Workflows DESCRIPTION:While trypsin is the workhorse for bottom-up proteomics\, it is not a magic bullet since tryptic digestion often leaves gaps in protein sequences. In this webinar Dr. Hosfield will describe the advantages of using a new recombinant Asp-N protease to fill in the gaps. He will also demonstrate how combining digests from multiple proteases can yield comprehensive sequence coverage of proteins from a single LC-MS/MS run. \nWATCH ON DEMAND \nADDITIONAL WEBINAR INFORMATION: \nBottom-up mass spectrometry workflows typically use trypsin to digest proteins into peptides suitable for LC-MS/MS analysis. While trypsin is an excellent protease\, alternative proteases are useful for numerous applications including increasing protein sequence coverage and identifying post-translational modifications. \nIn this webinar Dr. Hosfield describes the features of a new recombinant Asp-N protease (rAsp-N). rAsp-N displays both high cleavage efficiency and a strong preference for cleavage N-terminal to aspartic acid. He will explain how this enzyme can be effectively used to digest a variety of sample types\, including complex protein mixtures and therapeutic molecules such as monoclonal antibodies. \nIn addition\, he describes how a multi-enzyme approach can be successfully employed to achieve 100% sequence coverage of an IgG from a single injection. Combining peptides derived from digestion with orthogonal proteases prior to LC-MS/MS analysis could be a general strategy to ensure high sequence coverage while simultaneously reducing demand on instrument time. \nPRESENTER: CHRIS HOSFIELD\nChris Hosfield is a Senior Research Scientist in the Protein Analysis group at Promega. He has lead the development of tools for proteomics and antibody characterization\, including PNGase F\, IdeS\, IdeZ and recombinant Asp-N. \nChris has broad expertise working with proteolytic enzymes and preparing protein samples for analysis by mass spectrometry. Prior to joining Promega\, Chris held senior scientist positions at several biotechnology companies where he applied proteomic methods to the discovery and development of both small molecules and biotherapeutics. He received his PhD in biochemistry from Queen’s University. URL:https://resources.govsci.com/event/bottoms-up-improving-proteomic-sample-preparation-with-recombinant-asp-n-and-multi-enzyme-workflows/ CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR