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ABB and Agilent Technologies enter collaboration to advance laboratory automation

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Industrial automation giant ABB Robotics has signed a collaboration agreement with Agilent Technologies, a provider of analytical and laboratory technology and software, to deliver automated laboratory solutions.

Working together, ABB and Agilent will combine the benefits of their technologies to enable companies across multiple sectors including pharma, biotechnology, energy and food and beverage to transform their laboratory operations by making processes such as research and quality control faster and more efficient.

Marc Segura, president ABB Robotics Division, says: “By combining Agilent’s state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation and laboratory software solutions with ABB’s advanced robotics, we will empower laboratories to operate with greater speed, precision, and flexibility. [Read more…] about ABB and Agilent Technologies enter collaboration to advance laboratory automation

Indian robotics startup CynLr raises $10 million Series A funding

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Cybernetics Laboratory (CynLr), which describes itself as an “Indian deeptech robotics startup”, has raised $10 million in a fresh round of Series A funding led by Pavestone and Athera Venture Partners (formerly Inventus India).

This new investment brings its total funding to $15.2 million. Existing investors Speciale Invest, Infoedge (Redstart) and others also participated in this round of fundraising.

CynLr will now expand its 60-member core team to a 120-member global team. Along with expanding its research and software-development team, CynLr will be hiring business and operational leaders, marketing and sales teams across India, US and Switzerland. [Read more…] about Indian robotics startup CynLr raises $10 million Series A funding

CynLr opens first R&D facility in Switzerland

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Cybernetics Laboratory (CynLr), an Indian deep-tech startup specialising in visual object intelligence robotics and cybernetics, has opened its first “International Design & Research Centre” in Switzerland.

The announcement was made during the Swiss-Indian Innovation Week at Unlimitrust Campus in Prilly, headed by Pascal Marmier.

This Swiss Indian Innovation Week is being organised by Innovaud (Vaud’s Innovation and Economic Promotion Body associated with the Swiss Government) in partnership with Switzerland Global Enterprise.

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Clarapath closes $36 million Series B investment round to ‘transform 150-year old laboratory processes’

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Clarapath, a medical robotics company modernizing and transforming how pathology laboratories process tissue, has raised $36 million in its Series B-1 funding round, which was led by Northwell Ventures.

Additional new strategic investors participated in the financing, including CU Healthcare Innovation Fund, Mayo Clinic, and Ochsner Ventures, bringing the company’s total funding to $75 million.

Eric Feinstein, CEO of Clarapath, says: “Our strategic investors share in our mission to significantly overhaul this critical aspect of patient care that has long been overlooked. [Read more…] about Clarapath closes $36 million Series B investment round to ‘transform 150-year old laboratory processes’

Authentic Laboratory Containment Hoods: Increasing Adoption in the Healthcare Sector

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In healthcare and biomedical research, safety and contamination control are paramount. The rise of infectious diseases, the need for precision in medical research, and the emphasis on workplace safety have led to a surge in the use of laboratory containment hoods.

These specialized devices are designed to protect both personnel and samples from contamination, ensuring a sterile and safe working environment.

Authentic laboratory hoods containment have become increasingly popular among healthcare professionals due to their reliability and effectiveness. This listicle explores the reasons behind the growing adoption of these essential tools in the healthcare sector. [Read more…] about Authentic Laboratory Containment Hoods: Increasing Adoption in the Healthcare Sector

Boosting Productivity and Precision in Small Labs with these Advanced Techniques

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Small labs play a pivotal role in the advancement of science, driving innovation through research and testing.

Yet, the challenge of scaling operations without compromising quality or efficiency stands in their way. Fortunately, a solution exists in the form of advanced automation technologies.

These tools are not just about keeping pace; they’re about setting the stage for a new era of productivity and precision. The opportunities for transformation are vast and varied. [Read more…] about Boosting Productivity and Precision in Small Labs with these Advanced Techniques

Todaro Robotics and Abwiz Bio celebrates continuous operation of ‘very complex system’ for two years

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Todaro Robotics, a laboratory automation and robotics company based in San Diego, has achieved what it describes as “a major milestone” with its flagship client Abwiz Bio, a company that speeds up the development of high impact monoclonal antibodies with its proprietary phage display technology.

The milestone of operating continuously a very complex system for over two years, has demonstrated the effectiveness of integrated laboratory automation solutions, as well as unique methods and protocols to help keep pace with the ever-evolving life science industry.

Announcing the milestone, James Slatic, co-founder of Todaro, says: “We at Todaro have greatly appreciated the partnership with the leading-edge science at Abwiz. As the life science industry has grown, the research services provided by Abwiz are ever more important. [Read more…] about Todaro Robotics and Abwiz Bio celebrates continuous operation of ‘very complex system’ for two years

Flow Robotics brings its automated pipetting robot to North America

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Flow Robotics, a Denmark-based designer and producer of robots for automated liquid handling and the creator of the flowbot One, has established its North American subsidiary, with operations in Princeton, New Jersey. 

The company’s first product, the flowbot One, is designed to transform how liquid handling responsibilities are performed in the laboratory by automating manual pipetting tasks.

The robot will be showcased for the first time in the US at the SLAS 2021 Americas Sample Management Hybrid Symposium September 9-10 in La Jolla, California. [Read more…] about Flow Robotics brings its automated pipetting robot to North America

Stäubli expands robotics solutions for life sciences market

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Stäubli Robotics says it is expanding the robotics solutions the company offers to the life sciences market.

The Covid-19 crisis has spurred life sciences labs to ramp up output at warp speed – and Stäubli Robotics says it is helping to meet critical needs.

As the challenges multiply and pressure mounts, Stäubli Robotics is actively expanding its offerings to the life sciences market, including a full range of flexible and collaborative robotic arms and mobility solutions. [Read more…] about Stäubli expands robotics solutions for life sciences market

Autonomous local public transport introduced in southern Germany

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Autonomous local public transport is being introduced in southern Germany through a research project funded with €7 million.

The RABus project is one of the implemented measures of the strategic goals for automated and networked mobility in the southern German federal state of Baden-Wuerttemberg.

Winfried Hermann, Minister of Transport of Baden-Wuerttemberg, handed over the notice of funding in the amount of €7 million to the RABus consortium. [Read more…] about Autonomous local public transport introduced in southern Germany