Aber Instruments, a global leader in biomass monitoring technology, proudly introduces the OPTURA® PALM®, a handheld biomass sensor designed for non-invasive, rapid cell density measurement. Leveraging near-infrared (NIR) bio-reflectance, the OPTURA® PALM® allows scientists to obtain accurate biomass readings within seconds without sampling, thus maintaining sterile conditions. This innovative device is ideal for laboratory applications such as monitoring seed trains and determining optimal cell harvest or virus infection times.
The OPTURA® PALM® stores up to 1,000 readings, with easy data transfer via accompanying software, making it suitable for remote or off-site use. It can measure cells through glass or plastic vessel walls up to 10mm thick, providing contactless biomass analysis in shake flasks, T-flasks, roller bottles, and polypropylene tubes. Compared to traditional OD600 spectrophotometer analysis, the OPTURA® PALM® offers faster and more environmentally friendly measurements, eliminating the need for consumables like pipette tips or cuvettes.
Tested against standard methods, the OPTURA® PALM® delivers accurate measurements for a range of microbial, plant, and mammalian cells, including E.coli, yeast, and CHO cells. Dr. Lindsey Male, OPTURA Product Manager, emphasizes that the sensor reduces the risk of contamination and repetitive tasks, making it an essential tool for any lab where precise cell density measurement is critical.
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