Thermo Fisher Scientific Release: New UV-Vis Spectrophotometer Simplifies Sample Quality Decisions

Thermo Scientific NanoDrop One spectrophotometers designed to identify contaminants, providing accurate concentrations

BALTIMORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ASHG 2015–Life scientists who work with DNA, RNA and proteins can make educated decisions about sample suitability in experiments using a standalone, microvolume spectrophotometer for accurate quantitation and purity measurements to ensure downstream application success. Thermo Fisher Scientific will be showcasing the NanoDrop One and NanoDrop One^C this week at the upcoming 65th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG), taking place in Baltimore, Maryland, October 6-10, 2015, Booth #1415.

“Building on the success of previous NanoDrop instruments, used by thousands of scientists worldwide, we have designed the NanoDrop One instrument to provide simplicity and speed as well as information on sample quality”

The Thermo Scientific NanoDrop One and NanoDrop One^C UV-Vis microvolume spectrophotometers are designed to help life science researchers gain a more complete understanding of sample quality and avoid costly delays due to troubleshooting and repeating experiments. These new spectrophotometers introduce the Thermo Scientific Acclaro Sample Intelligence technology, which enables researchers to:

• Identify sample contaminants and obtain corrected concentration results;
• Receive instant feedback about sample quality with on-demand technical support and guided troubleshooting; and
• Confidently measure samples with embedded sensor and digital image analysis.

“Building on the success of previous NanoDrop instruments, used by thousands of scientists worldwide, we have designed the NanoDrop One instrument to provide simplicity and speed as well as information on sample quality,” said Dr. Voula Kodoyianni, product manager, molecular spectroscopy, Thermo Fisher. “This allows scientists to accurately quantify and qualify nucleic acid and protein samples, so they can make informed decisions on sample use in downstream applications.”

The NanoDrop One instrument with its high-resolution, touchscreen interface makes it simple to use as a compact, ergonomic instrument, while the powerful auto-range pathlength technology facilitates accurate measurements for concentrated samples with no need for dilutions.

The patented NanoDrop sample-retention system measures 1-2 µL of sample in seconds without the need for cuvettes, making it a cost- and time-effective solution for busy labs. Workflows can be streamlined on the NanoDrop One instrument with the Auto-Measure functionality, while modern connectivity allows results to be shared and archived via Wi-Fi, Ethernet or USB. The NanoDrop One^C instrument contains both pedestal and cuvette measuring positions, increasing dynamic range and assay flexibility.

More information on the NanoDrop One and NanoDrop One^C microvolume spectrophotometers can be found by visiting www.thermoscientific.com/nanodrop.

Learn more at ASHG
To find out more, attendees are invited to visit booth #1415 at the event, where the Thermo Fisher team will also provide insights into how the NanoDrop One instrument can be integrated to form a complete genetic analysis workflow, from sample preparation to data analysis. Further details on the full line-up of scientific talks, poster sessions and product launches being presented by Thermo Fisher while at ASHG can be found at www.thermofisher.com/ashg.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and approximately 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Through our premier brands – Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services – we offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.