Call for Sponsors and Exhibitors
Space available for exhibitors is limited and we expect it to be heavily oversubscribed. So please contact us as soon as possible to receive information about exhibition & sponsorship opportunities:
Paul Raggett, Exhibition Manager
Tel: +44 (0)1787 315117
E-mail: paul.raggett@selectbiosciences.com
Corporate Sponsors
Open Biosystems
Open Biosystems is the world’s leader in supplying genomic content including full length, fully sequenced cDNA clones, shRNAmir clones and custom antibody services. The combination of our unique Trans-lentiviral delivery system and whole genome RNAi & cDNA content facilitates characterization of gene function in cancer, neuroscience and development.
Booth # 1
Luminex
Luminex Corporation develops, manufactures and markets proprietary biological testing technologies with applications throughout the life sciences industry. The company's xMAP® system is an open-architecture, multi-analyte technology platform that delivers fast, accurate and cost-effective bioassay results to markets as diverse as pharmaceutical drug discovery, clinical diagnostics and biomedical research, including the genomics and proteomics research markets. www.luminexcorp.com
Booth # 2
RiboTask
RiboTask is a RNA reagent and development company. The main focus is on the synthesis of LNA-modified RNA and LNA-modified 2’-O-Me-RNA. These products are ideal for knock down, as microRNA-probes (Superior-microRNA-probesTM), and incorporation of LNA in siRNA (siLNA) ensures high biostability and less off-target effect. RiboTask is also geared to the synthesis of highly complex RNA oligonucleotides, including the incorporation of yet undisclosed modifications.
Booth # 3
Sigma Life Science
Sigma Life Science provides both high-quality reagents and cutting-edge technologies from one leading global supplier for every stage of life science research. As the result of years of continued investment and our commitment to the market, Sigma Life Science covers the most comprehensive set of applications, including genomics, functional genomics, cell biology and proteomics. Visit us at Booth #4 to learn more about our new and innovative solutions to meet your research needs.
Booth # 4
Thermo Scientific
Thermo Scientific is the world's leading brand of innovative Dharmacon RNA interference research products. We supply the highest quality custom RNA oligonucleotides and siRNA, as well as siRNA transfection reagents and innovative ready-to-use SMARTvector™ Lentiviral shRNA Particles. Thermo Scientific offers guaranteed pre-designed Dharmacon siRNA reagents targeting all unique human, mouse, and rat genes in the NCBI RefSeq database. These genome-wide reagents include the market-leading ON-TARGETplus™ siRNA, proven to reduce off-targets by up to 90%. In addition to our groundbreaking research tools, we now provide RNAi library screening and microRNA expression analysis services.
Booth # 5
Cellectricon
Cellectricon is a key innovator and solutions provider of novel cell-based products for applications in drug discovery and basic research. The company’s products are adopted by top reference customers and offers substantial increases in productivity with advanced performance characteristics and robustness:
Cellaxess®CX1 & CX3 – Efficient transfection of neuronal tissue slices and primary neuronal cultures
Cellaxess®HT – High throughput electroporation system for genome wide RNAi screening
Booth # 6
Avecia
Avecia OligoMedicines is a world leading Contract Manufacturing Organization solely focused on the development and manufacture of oligonucleotides for therapeutic applications. Avecia has manufactured over 1000 sequences and has expertise in DNA, RNA, siRNA, Aptamers, Chimeras and Molecular Decoys. Our FDA-registered facility, located in Milford, MA manufactures oligonucleotide Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and Intermediates meeting the international requirements of ICH Q7A. Our mission is to build value for our customers as they progress along the drug development journey.
Booth # 7
Integrated DNA Technologies
Serving the areas of academic research, biotechnology, clinical diagnostics and pharmaceutical development, Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is a major force in advancing biotechnology research both as a leading supplier of custom oligonucleotides and a developer of innovative new biotechnologies.
Booth # 8
Badge Sponsor and Exhibitor
Wako Pure Chemicals
We have aimed at becoming a reagent manufacturer capable of responding to the diverse research needs of cutting-edge technological sectors. In line with this goal, the Laboratory Chemicals Division has continued to provide high-grade products. At present, as a company providing comprehensive research assistance, we boast an expansive lineup of products, including laboratory chemicals for the life sciences. We have developed high efficiency microRNA cloning kit and microRNA specific isolation kit. Visit us at Booth #10 to learn about our innovative kits for your microRNA research.
Booth # 10
Bag Sponsor and Exhibitor
Genovis
Genovis focuses on innovative technologies for cell-based research in the areas of siRNA delivery, DNA transfection, cell labeling, and antibody fragmentation. Our FeOsilence™ product offers an extremely efficient and safe alternative to traditional siRNA delivery reagents. Engineered specifically to facilitate siRNA binding and cellular uptake, FeOsilence can decrease the chances of off-target effects, cell toxicity, and variability without compromising efficiency.
Drinks Reception Sponsor and Exhibitor
Hokkaido System Science
Hokkaido System Science (HSS) mainly provides Custom DNA/RNA synthesis, sequencing analysis, microarray analysis, protein related business and liposome based transfection reagents (LipoTrust™ series). HSS has recently built GMP facility to fulfill the required quality of nucleic acid based drugs. LipoTrust™ series are utilized in vivo transfection for Plasmid DNA or short oligonucleotides due to high transfection efficiency with minimizing cytotoxicity.
Refreshments Sponsor and Exhibitor
febit
With the DNA analysis device Geniom, the German-American biotech company febit provides a whole world of novel experimental opportunities: it enables users to design, synthesize and apply a customized biochip right on their own laboratory bench. Geniom is an easy-to-use, compact benchtop device. Highly advanced software and the comprehensive support of febit´s full-service team opens up the complete spectrum of microarray applications. Scientists may reap the benefits of a fully-automated, database-supported biochip synthesis in their lab: Geniom offers ready-to-use microarrays and applicable data for genomes of sequenced organisms.
Booth # 13
Exhibitors
Shanghai GenePharma
Shanghai GenePharma is a biotech company founded in Shanghai Hi-Tech Park by a few scientists who have worked in various western countries. GenePharma aims to become a global main supplier and service provider of RNAi products, utilizing our existing advantages of the technology, experience, low cost and the dedication of our staff.
Booth # 9
EMD Chemicals
EMD Chemicals Inc offers innovative molecular biology tools of proven quality. From high purity OmniSolv® and DriSolv® solvents and Novabiochem® reagents for nucleic acid synthesis, to Novagen® RiboJuice™ siRNA Transfection Reagent…from validated antisense oligos (Calbiochem®) for precise signal transduction pathway manipulation, to a wide range of expression analysis tools for knock-down validation – Our products drive your research forward.
Booth # 11
TTP LabTech
TTP LabTech’s Acumen® eX3 is an ultra high throughput, high content screening system, making it the platform of choice for rapid genome wide screening. Whole well scanning enables robust cellular screening data to be generated even for rare event detection assays, whilst triple laser scanning at 405, 488 and 633 nm, facilitates choice with respect to compatible fluorescent reagents.
Booth # 12
SuperArray
SuperArray Bioscience offers pathway-focused and genome-wide products and services for gene expression and functional analysis including real-time PCR Arrays and Assays for expression analysis of either messenger RNA or micro RNA as well as shRNA Plasmids and siRNA Arrays for RNA Interference-based knockdown of individual genes or pathway-focused sets of genes.
Booth # 14
Mirus Bio
Mirus Bio provides state-of-the-art reagents for nucleic acid delivery and labeling. TransIT® products provide high efficiency transfection in a range of cell types and applications, including siRNA delivery. Label IT® products offer non-enzymatic labeling for use in tracking, hybridization and microarray applications, including miRNA.
Booth # 15
Applied Biosystems
Applied Biosystems Group (NYSE:ABI), an Applera Corporation business, develops and markets instrument-based systems, consumables, software, and services to the life science industry and research community. Applied Biosystems offers innovative technologies that enable biological discoveries in basic research, pharmaceutical research and development, and human and microbial identification.
Exiqon
Exiqon is a leading provider of innovative and enabling products for microRNA and other short nucleic acid targets. Using the nucleic acid analog Locked Nucleic Acid (LNA™), Exiqon provides research tools for miRNA in situ detection, functional analysis by miRNA knockdown and genome-wide miRNA profiling on arrays. We also offer a miRNA profiling service. Exiqon markets its products via our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, our sales office in Woburn, Massachusetts, USA and through our international distributors. Please visit www.exiqon.com for more information.