Monthly Archives: February 2013

Pittcon Announces the 2013 Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grant Awardees

 
Pittsburgh, PA – February 28, 2013 - The Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, a Pennsylvania non-profit corporation, is proud to announce its 2013 Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grant (PCMNCG) recipients. The maximum funding available this year for each grant is $10,000 and is awarded to the science departments of colleges with less than 5,000 full-time students for the purchase of scientific equipment, audio-visual or other teaching aids, and/or library materials for use in the teaching of science at the undergraduate level.

This year’s awardees are as follows:

Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, NY

College of St. Scholastica, Duluth, MN

Drake University, Des Moines, IA

Landmark College, Putney, VT

Newman University, Wichita, KS

Niagara University, Niagara, NY

Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA

St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St Mary’s City, MD

St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, Winona, MN

Waynesburg University, Waynesburg, PA

Whitworth University, Spokane, WA

Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA

 
Approximately 49 proposals were evaluated by the committee which consists of members of the two societies that sponsor Pittcon, the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh (SACP) and the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP). Since 1974, PCMNCG has awarded more than 300 grants to over 220 institutions.

Examples of equipment and instruments funded in previous years include Vernier Lab Pro systems,
Vernier SpectroVis Plus spectrometers, CEM Discover SP /Explorer-12 Hybrid microwave system, and specifically requested sensors and accessories.

Proposals for the 2014 PCMNCG program are currently being accepted. Please visit www.pittcon.org (http://pittcon.org/pcmncg/) to see eligibility requirements and to download an application. The submission deadline is October 1, 2013.

Proceeds from Pittcon are used by the SACP and the SSP to promote science education at all levels. The Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grants (PCMNCG) program is one aspect of the efforts of the Pittcon volunteer committee, staff, and sponsoring societies to support science education.

 

About Pittcon
Pittcon® is a registered trademark of The Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, a Pennsylvania non-profit organization. Co-sponsored by the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh and the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh, Pittcon is the premier annual conference and exposition on laboratory science. Proceeds from Pittcon fund science education and outreach at all levels, kindergarten through adult. Pittcon donates more than a million dollars a year to provide financial and administrative support for various science outreach activities including science equipment grants, research grants, scholarships and internships for students, awards to teachers and professors, and grants to public science centers, libraries and museums. Visit pittcon.org for more information.

 

 

 

Anton Paar Press Conference Details

 

 

 
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 (10:00 am – 10:30 am)

WHERE: Room 103B, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: Please join us for a press briefing with Anton Paar’s Dr. Santner, CEO. Dr. Santner introduces breakthrough technology that will revolutionize the world of rheology. Rheological applications that were not possible with traditional rheometers are now a reality with the very first twin drive rheometer. Dr. Santner will also discuss the latest developments with the successful acquisition of Petrotest GmbH. We will allow time for one-on-one questions.

Anton Paar GmbH was established in 1922 as a one-man machinist workshop. Today, over 1600 employees worldwide develop, produce and distribute high-quality measuring instruments for the determination of properties such as density, temperature and viscosity as well as high-precision mechanical parts and assemblies. Anton Paar has strong links with universities and research laboratories worldwide. The company is owned by the Santner Foundation, which invests in research in the field of science and technology as well as in the rehabilitation of individuals with drug and alcohol dependency.

Please RSVP Kristen Hangey (kristen.hangey@anton-paar.com)

 

 
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APIX Technology Press Conference Details

 

 

 
WHEN: Monday, March 18, 2013 (9:30 am – 10:00 am)

WHERE: Room 103A, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: Analytical Pixels – APIX – (www.apixtechnology.com) is pleased to present the world’s first nano-silicon based GC Systems at Pittcon 2013. Two instruments will be on display, the GCAP laboratory system and the MAX-One compact process analyzer. The GCAP system has a modular design enabling the use of a variety of preset and customizable configurations including parallel, concurrent and multi-dimensional analysis. Max-One is the industry’s first GC to be designed specifically for explosive atmosphere (cat1 div2). Highly sensitive silicon nano-resonator universal detector technology and advanced gas chromatography make up the heart of the APIX instruments. The GCAP system allows a choice of traditional silica capillary columns or ultra-compact silicon columns. Silicon column applications range from hydrocarbon analysis (N2, O2, CO2, C1-C12) thru SVOCs. These silicon based components are manufactured using state of the art semiconductor industry batch manufacturing therefore resulting in consistent quality, low cost and high yield.

 

 
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Pittcon: Still Vibrant after More than 60 Years

 
Although spring has not quite arrived, March does usher in the Spring 2013 meeting circuit. As analytical chemists, at least in the USA, two of our largest annual meetings are soon here. The first is Pittcon in Philadelphia, PA (March 17−21), followed by the ACS Spring 2013 National Meeting in New Orleans, LA (April 7−11).

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Experience Innovation at Pittcon 2013

 
Friday, February 18, 2013

For the first time Philadelphia will play host to the 64th Pittcon, which will be held the Pennsylvania Convention Center on March 17 – 21, 2013.

Pittcon is the world’s largest annual premier conference and exposition on laboratory science and attracts more than 17,000 attendees from industry, academia and government from 90 countries worldwide. Pittcon provides a showcase for scientific innovations on laboratory equipment, technology and supplies, unique networking opportunities and educational programmes. Experience innovation from over 930 exhibitors, a diverse Technical Program of over 2000 presentations as well as networking sessions that provide the chance to exchange innovative ideas with scientists from around the world.

Nobel Laureate Sir Harold (Harry) Kroto (pictured right) will deliver the Pittcon 2013 Wallace H. Coulter Plenary Lecture, ‘Exameter Objects to Nanometer Ones and Back Again’. The Plenary Lecture will be part of the Opening Session for the Technical Program at Pittcon 2013.

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Bio-Rad Laboratories Press Conference Details

 

 

 
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 (8:30 am – 9:00 am)

WHERE: Room 103B, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: Learn about Bio-Rad’s new NGC chromatography system that dramatically reduces the time and effort required for protein purification. Bio-Rad’s next generation systems are easily customized to fit researchers’ application and throughput needs through the addition of interchangeable modules. These allow the system to be upgraded over time without having to purchase a new system. And unlike traditional chromatography systems, which can be intimidatingly complex from initial plumbing and set up, to experimental design and analysis, users immediately feel comfortable with the NGC system. This ease of use allows a novice to become an expert rapidly. To plumb the system simply use the point-to-plumb lighted flow path feature. Programming uses a simple drag-and-drop method that displays the sample flow path on screen. Please join Bio-Rad’s head of chromatography, Richard Lee, at Pittcon to learn how a molecular and cellular biology lab uses the NGC chromatography system to maximize protein throughput.

 

 
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FDA to Discuss Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) at Food Labs Conference in Conjunction with Pittcon 2013

 
Pittsburgh, PA and Washington Crossing –  February 15, 2013 - Food Safety Tech, the organizers of Food Labs Conference, which will be held in conjunction with Pittcon 2013, March 19-20, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA, announces the agenda of speakers for the two-day event.

The Food Labs program will open with a presentation by Palmer A. Orlandi, Ph.D. CAPT, U.S. Public Health Service, Sr. Science Advisor Office of Foods and Veterinary Medicine, U.S. Food & Drug Administration on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and the regulation’s impact on food laboratories. According to information from the FDA website, FSMA is the most sweeping reform of FDA’s food safety authority in more than 70 years. This act gives the FDA new and enhanced mandates and authorities to protect consumers and promote public health. The morning session will continue with Carl J. Sciacchitano, Senior Advisor for Scientific International Affairs, Office of International Programs, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, discussing the FDA’s efforts on building partnerships to ensure food safety.

Other renown speakers include representatives from industry, government, and research covering topics such as establishing global partnerships; accreditation and certification; food laboratory design and workflow, food labs and public health, food forensics, and information management.

Tuesday will close with a presentation by Michéle Lees, Ph.D, Director Collaborative Research, Eurofins Analytics, France SAS, addressing food fraud and other subjects related to food forensics.Wednesday’s schedule incorporates ongoing presentations and a Technical Workshop presented by Thermo Scientific closing with a panel discussion, Future Demands on Food Lab Managers, led by experts in food science. Final remarks will be delivered by Mark Carter, President, MC Squared and Rick Biros, Publisher/President, Food Safety Tech.

 

About Pittcon
Pittcon® is a registered trademark of The Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy, a Pennsylvania non-profit organization. Co-sponsored by the Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh and the Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh, Pittcon is the premier annual conference and exposition on laboratory science. Proceeds from Pittcon fund science education and outreach at all levels, kindergarten through adult. Pittcon donates more than a million dollars a year to provide financial and administrative support for various science outreach activities including science equipment grants, research grants, scholarships and internships for students, awards to teachers and professors, and grants to public science centers, libraries and museums. Visit pittcon.org for more information.

About Innovative Publishing Company LLC
Innovative Publishing Company, headquartered in Washington Crossing PA is a digital publisher of eJournals, eNewsletters and a conference producer serving the medical device and food industries. Visit FoodSafetyTech.com for more information.

 

 

 

FOSS Press Conference

 

 

 
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 (3:30 pm – 4:00 pm)

WHERE: Room 103B, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: FOSS is launching the new Soxtec and Hydrotec 8000, an automated system for determining total fat. The Hydrotec offers completely automated acid hydrolysis for up to 12 samples placed in Hydrocaps. The chain containing the Hydrocaps is then moved to the Soxtec solvent extraction system which extracts the fat. Each step is automated and runs unattended, saving time and labor in the lab.

 

 
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Chemring Detection Systems Press Conference

 

 

 
WHEN: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 (8:00 am – 8:30 am)

WHERE: Room 103A, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: Chemring Detection Systems, Inc. introduces a new line of hand-held instruments for the security, environmental monitoring, and industrial process monitoring. This short press conference session will introduce Chemring Detection Systems and its product portfolio.

 

 
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AB SCIEX Press Conference

 

 

 
WHEN: Monday, March 18, 2013 (11:00 am – 12:00 pm)

WHERE: Room 103A, Pennsylvania Convention Center

DESCRIPTION: Please join us for a presentation from AB SCIEX top executives on our latest news, plus a special guest speaker whom you won’t want to miss. We’ll welcome your questions in an interactive Q&A session.

Editors and writers only. Please RSVP to Jennifer Dahlgren, dahlgrenpr@comcast.net

 

 
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Pittcon Ante Portas

 
Starting 16 March, Pittcon 2013 will open its doors in Philadelphia, PA. Traditionally Pittcon attracts more visitors when its venue lies in the north eastern states of the US. The restored Pennsylvania convention center now is big enough for hosting the world’s most important conference on laboratory instrumentation. Like every year you have the opportunity to meet all manufacturers and experts in the field at one place. And – it’s a nice place. Philadelphia alone is worth a visit. With Pittcon on top, there is no excuse to be elsewhere from March 16th to 21st. Like in the past, the G.I.T. Laboratory Journal had an interview with Ron Bargiel, Pittcon’s President in 2013, to give you an impression on the reasons why you should visit Philadelphia in March. We hope to meet you there!

G.I.T. Laboratory Journal: Pittcon is a non-profit organization. What are the projects you plan to support with the revenues of Pittcon 2013?

Ron Bargiel – Pittcon President 2013

Ron Bargiel: Each year, together with its co-sponsoring technical societies, The Society for Analytical Chemists of Pittsburgh (SACP) and The Spectroscopy Society of Pittsburgh (SSP), and funded by the Pittcon event, these societies award The Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grants (PCMNCG) to small college science departments. The awards are approximately $10,000 for the purchase of scientific equipment, audio-visual, teaching aids, and/or library materials for use in the teaching of science at the undergraduate level for colleges and universities throughout the United States. The award program has grown over the years to include 10 - 12 colleges that meet the nearly 300 grants have been awarded through PCMNCG since its inception in 1974. In addition to this award, Pittcon generates over $1 million dollars for the SSP and the SACP to provide financial and administrative support for various science outreach activities including science equipment grants, research grants, scholarships and internships for students, awards to teachers and professors, and grants to public science centers, libraries and museums.

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