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Novavax Publishes Preclinical Efficacy Study Of Its RSV Protein Nanoparticle Vaccine Candidate

Novavax, Inc. (Nasdaq: NVAX) today announced that the journal PLOS ONE (http://dx.plos.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0050852) published data from a preclinical study of its recombinant nanoparticle vaccine candidate against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), demonstrating efficacy and safety in a well-established animal model.

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The Pyros Kinetix® Flex is an optical tube reader that runs both chromogenic and turbidimetric assays in compliance with the USP, EP, and JP bacterial endotoxin test chapters.

BalanCD® CHO Feed 1 is a chemically-defined protein-free feed medium designed to provide cell culture nutrients for fed-batch applications in conjunction with BalanCD® CHO Growth A.

Sterilizing grade 0.04um, 0.1um, 0.2um hydrophilic PES membrane filters plus other micron ratings. Single layer or double layer PES and with optional prefilter layers to extend on-stream life. Gamma compatible and suitable PVDF alternative. Mold injected capsules with multiple inlet / outlet options including sanitary ‘T’ clamps, hose barbs, quick sanitary connectors, elbows and threads. Almost any combination of connecting inlet or outlet is possible with over 30 options. Full validation supporting documents are available. Ideal for tube sets and hook up to bioreactors, fermenters, biocontainer, biobags, wave bags or single use fermenters.

ZenPure’s in-company mold design and injection capabilities, filter production and quality assurance facilitate manufacturing audit and product traceability that meet the highest industry standards.

In an effort to push science forward, WHEATON is manufacturing  a new line of membrane driven flasks for high density cell culture. The flasks are designed to enhance small scale bio-production for antibody and protein generation.

Introducing the new Allegra X-14 Series. At 120 volts, it's a great alternative to the higher voltage Allegra X-15R. This benchtop centrifuge is convenient, hardworking, reliable, and will speed up your process, cycle after cycle.

Sartopure PP2 Cartridges were optimized for the wide range of prefiltration.

Capto Core 700 is a multimodal chromatography medium designed for purification of large proteins or viruses in vaccine processes.

Conductivity sensors measure the ability of a solution to conduct a current. The higher the concentration of ions in the solution, the higher the conductivity, which is measured in microSiemens (mS).

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Bioprocess With The Bozenhardts is back, with a fresh episode packed with advice from Herman and Erich on the selection of filling systems for biopharmas. Listen in as the Bozenhardts give us an update on the process, logistics, and administration trends that are informing filling system decisions today, and offer direction on making choices that will prepare you for the fast-advancing therapies of tomorrow.

Beckman Coulter's Randall Lockner, marketing manager for centrifugation, explains the highlights of the floor model ultracentrifuge, the Optima X Series.

Bio-Rad now offers two very high capacity ion exchangers: Nuvia S, which can be used for capture and/or intermediate polishing; and Nuvia Q, which can be used for intermediate and/or final polishing.

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