From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 02 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Rob Harling Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Re: PCR Licensing for Crop Diagnostics Date: 3 Mar 1997 01:54:59 -0800 Organization: Scottish Agricultural College Lines: 27 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5fe75j$k5j@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net On 19 Feb 97 at 17:05, Kevin O'Donnell wrote: > I am sure that many other scientists currently publishing PCR assays > in the journals will be in a similar position, and I wondered if any > cared to comment on Perkin Elmer's conditions and the effect they > would have on their work. I was also quoted the same terms by P-E, viz. USD10K up front, and 15% royalty on tests. It is still early days with PCR-based agricultural testing; we do not anticipate conducting large numbers of these tests (agricultural applications are not in the same league as medical applications, numbers-wise), nor can we charge unrealistic prices to farmers for these tests. We could not run our tests with these licensing rates, it would be uneconomic. I would make a plea to P-E to make these fees negotiable. Dr Rob Harling SAC (Scottish Agricultural College)/ University of Edinburgh West Mains Road Edinburgh EH9 3JG Scotland tel +44 (0)131 535 4000 fax +44 (0)131 667 2601 e mail r.harling@ed.sac.ac.uk From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 02 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Library Floor 1 Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: PCR diagnostics Date: 3 Mar 1997 01:51:31 -0800 Organization: Emory University Lines: 5 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5fe6v3$jtv@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net We are represnting a big biotech company in CHINA. We are seeking PCR diagnostics produts for the China market. If you are an expert in this area, please e-mail us at cnlink@crl.com or call us at 770-220-0119; fax: 770-220-2607 From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 02 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: BIOSCI Administrator Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: BIOSCI/bionet miniFAQ & Fundraiser Date: 3 Mar 1997 02:03:11 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 239 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5fe7kv$kov@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net (LAST REVISION: 30-JUL-95) This BIOSCI "miniFAQ" is designed to answer the questions that come up the *most frequently*. The main BIOSCI FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) is accessible on the World Wide Web at URL http://www.bio.net/. If you can not find an answer to your question in this or other documentation, the BIOSCI technical support staff answers e-mail queries sent to biosci-help@net.bio.net We can only answer questions about the use of the newsgroups and mailing lists. We unfortunately do not have the staff to do Internet information searches or answer scientific questions. Please post those to the appropriate BIOSCI/bionet newsgroups. Contents: -------- 0) BIOSCI NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!! 1) Using the WWW to access the BIOSCI/bionet newsgroups. 2) What to do about "spams," i.e., junk mail, ads, etc. 3) Examples of subscribing and unsubscribing to the mailing lists. 4) The BIOSCI user address and research interest directory. 0) BIOSCI NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!! ------------------------------ BIOSCI's government funding has been expended, and we are now operating solely from advertising revenue that we have raised from our Web site at http://www.bio.net/. We need just a few minutes of your time to help us serve you. You can do two important things which will take very little time for you individually and will immensely help us continue to help you. First, please use our WWW system at http://www.bio.net/ to access the archives. You can post or reply to messages via your Web browser as described in item #1 below. Your usage helps attract sponsors. If you contact any of our sponsors, please be sure to thank them for supporting BIOSCI. It is critical for them to get this feedback if they are to continue their sponsorship for the long term. Second, if you work for a company or organization that provides products or services of interest to the biology community, please pass this message on to your marketing or marketing communications department or other appropriate group. Please ask them to help support BIOSCI by sponsoring our Web site and explain the uses and benefits of the system to the biology community. If they are interested, they can then contact us for further information at our tech support address, biosci-help@net.bio.net. 1) Using the WWW to access the BIOSCI/bionet newsgroups. -------------------------------------------------------- As of 10 December 1995, all BIOSCI/bionet full newsgroups are accessible through the World Wide Web (WWW) at URL http://www.bio.net. One can read and reply publicly or privately to both recent postings and archived messages through one's Web browser if it is configured properly to send e-mail. Each newsgroup is equipped with its own WAIS index. The main BIOSCI home page also has access to the BIO-JOURNALS Table of Contents database WAIS index and the BIOSCI user address database described in another item further below. 2) What to do about "spams," i.e., junk mail, ads, etc. ------------------------------------------------------- BIOSCI is a set of parallel USENET newsgroups (the "bionet" groups), mailing lists, and a hypermail archive at URL http://www.bio.net/. The same postings are distributed on all media (except for a small number of mailing-list-only groups at net.bio.net). Unfortunately it is becoming a despicable practice on the Internet (by a few people out to make a fast buck) to do automated mass postings to thousands of newsgroups and mailing lists. These attempts to grab free advertising are refered to as "spams" in the usual, somewhat boneheaded, net terminology. USENET is more susceptible to this practice, and many spams originate on the USENET groups and then are passed on to the mailing lists. However, spammers also get lists of mailing addresses and hit these too, so neither medium is immune. What should you do personally if you get junk mail? --------------------------------------------------- Just delete it and move on without reading it further. Filing a protest is becoming increasingly useless because spammers are often disguising the addresses where the messages are sent from. Unless you really understand Internet mail systems, your attempt at protest by sending replies to the message will often end up being sent to the address of an innocent person that the spammer is victimizing. What can BIOSCI/bionet do to protect its newsgroups? ---------------------------------------------------- The only solution currently available is to moderate the newsgroup. If this newsgroup is already moderated, then you are in good shape. Moderation protects the USENET distribution from about 95% of the spams that are being sent to date and protects the mailing lists completely. Moderation means, however, that someone has to take the time to review each message before it goes out. We have set up software here that simply allows the moderator to forward to an address at net.bio.net messages that (s)he wishes to have distributed. This takes no more time than that needed to read the message and pass it on, say about 1 min. per message. Most newsgroups currently have a discussion leader who is responsible for their newsgroup. The discussions leaders and their e-mail addresses are listed in the BIOSCI Information Sheet which is available on the Web at http://www.bio.net/. If a newsgroup is being hit with too many junk postings, please contact the discussion leader for that group and see if there is interest in moderating the group. Please do not assume that by simply posting a complaint to the newsgroup itself, anyone on the BIOSCI staff will act on your complaint. 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Sincerely, Dave Kristofferson BIOSCI/bionet Manager biosci-help@net.bio.net From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 02 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Howie Rose Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Neospora caninum Date: 3 Mar 1997 01:54:00 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 13 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5fe73o$k0q@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net I was wondering what level of interest there was in Neospora caninum infection in animals other than cattle? We have just launched an ELISA kit for the detection of Neospora which has been chosen as the main screening test for the whole of England and Wales and would like to look for other applications. Howard Rose Mast Group Bootle Merseyside UK hjrose@mastgrp.com From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Tue Mar 04 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Huub Schellekens Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: 2d European PCR meeting Date: 5 Mar 1997 01:28:10 -0800 Organization: XS4ALL, networking for the masses Lines: 24 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5fjeba$f6i@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net In my earlier mail the wrong E-mail address for information was stated. This announcement contains the correct address Second European Meeting on diagnostic PCR Kurhaus Hotel, The Hague, The Netherlands October 16-17, 1997 A meeting devoted to the practical aspects of diagnostic PCR. Topics: - PCR and the detection of unidentified microorganisms - Clinical relevance of PCR results - PCR and tropical infections - The format of the ideal PCR test - PCR in forensic science - PCR in clinical pathology There will be reviews by leading experts, papers and posters with original research Information: E-mail: 101745.647@compuserve.com fax: + 31 765221931 Wens Travel From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 09 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Chris Davies <100542.1512@compuserve.com> Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: immunoassay software Date: 10 Mar 1997 02:25:58 -0800 Organization: Johnson & Johnson Clinical Diagnostics Ltd. Lines: 10 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5g0njm$e7m@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Does anyone know of any shareware for calculating radioimmunoassay results, preferably using 4 parameter logistic fitting. It's for a research project, and it need not be overly comlicated. DOS or Windows. Help much appreciated. -- +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Views, for what they are worth, are my own, and should not be taken as being representative in any way of company policy. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 16 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: awilson@aw.u-net.com (Amanda Wilson) Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: 2nd RFD: sci.bio.immunocytochem Date: 17 Mar 1997 09:24:38 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 180 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gjuom$hpd@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net REQUEST FOR DISCUSSION (RFD) unmoderated group sci.bio.immunocytochem This is the 2nd Request For Discussion (RFD) for the creation of a world-wide unmoderated Usenet newsgroup sci.bio.immunocytochem, currently being discussed in news.groups Suggestions for improvements to this proposal are welcome. Discussion about it should take place in news.groups. A vote is expected to be held in about three to four weeks. This is not a Call for Votes (CFV); you cannot vote at this time. Procedural details are below. CHANGES from previous RFD: 2nd RFD posted because more than 60 days have elapsed since 1st RFD. There are (minor changes in Distribution and Newsgroup line. Newsgroup line: sci.bio.immunocytochem Immuno-labelling of biological material. RATIONALE: sci.bio.immunocytochem Immunohistochemists and immunocytochemists already enjoy the benefits of online communication, utilizing e-mail, accessing web sites, and subscribing to specialised mailing lists. Usenet newsgroups are also popular, but this is less obvious because articles with immunocytochemical/immunohistochemical content get posted to many different newsgroups. Most articles are posted to a favourite five or six newsgroups including bionet.cellbiol, sci.med.immunology and sci.techniques.microscopy, but often articles get posted to any one of fourteen or fifteen newsgroups in the sci. and bionet. heirarchies. Some of these are listed in the distribution list at the end of this proposal. In my view, no existing newsgroup fulfils the criteria necessary to attract all the various immunocytochemistry postings. I do not wish to draw users away from other newsgroups, only to encourage scientists to share their knowledge and expertise on immunocytochemistry in the most effective manner. In response to my proposal to create a newsgroup dedicated to the discussion of immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry, I have received e-mail and faxes from researchers all over the world offering their support and encouragment. Immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry are not subdivisions of immunology, molecular biology or chemistry. Microscopy, although essential, is only a small part of the story. Immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry are multi- disciplinary, therefore discussions are destined to stay distributed amongst the different newsgroups until they are all brought together under one umbrella. This would then act as a focus point for all the immunocytochemists who are already Internet users, and encourage new subscribers to Usenet. CHARTER: sci.bio.immunocytochem This is a newsgroup for the exchange of information relating to immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry. This unique research tool is used to locate and identify specific molecules in biological material, at the microscopical level. Articles posted to this group must be relevant to one or more aspects of the above. The kind of subjects that may be discussed include techniques, theory, presentation of results, requests for collaboration, history, equipment, publication references, notice of events, tips and trouble-shooting, jobs offered andwanted, jokes, stories and new ideas, so long as the posting bears a direct relevance to the central theme. There will be a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to help newcomers. A relevant posting could just be a simple question or answer, for example "Has anyone got any experience with this reagent ?"or "Which course could I attend to learn more about immunogold labelling?". There will be articles reminding people to read the list of FAQs prior to posting their own article. Usenet readers may get involved in complex discussions about, for example, multiple labelling, proper use of control experiments, microwave antigen retrieval or quantitative measurements. Remember that articles posted to a newsgroup are intended for a wide readership, so if you have information which concerns only one or two people then please don't use this newsgroup, use e-mail. Commercial advertisements for services, equipment or reagents violate the charter unless one or more of the following apply: (a)The advertisement is part of a comprehensive article designed specifically to address issues raised in earlier articles posted to the group (b)A general reference to the type of product does not suffice for technical reasons and it is necessary to specify the exact commercial product (c) The information is offered primarily for the benefit of the readers (d)The advertisement is for second-hand equipment specific to immunocytochemistry (e) Requests or offers for free products are acceptable if they are not part of a sales promotion. END CHARTER. PROCEDURE: This is a request for discussion, not a call for votes. In this phase of the process, any potential problems with the proposed newsgroups should be raised and resolved. The discussion period will continue for a minimum of 21 days (starting from when the 2nd RFD for this proposal is posted to news.announce.newgroups), after which a Call For Votes (CFV) may be posted by a neutral vote taker if the discussion warrants it. Please do not attempt to vote until this happens. All discussion of this proposal should be posted to news.groups. This RFD attempts to comply fully with the Usenet newsgroup creation guidelines outlined in "How to Create a New Usenet Newsgroup" and "How to Format and Submit a New Group Proposal". Please refer to these documents (available in news.announce.newgroups) if you have any questions about the process. DISTRIBUTION: This RFD has been posted to the following newsgroups: news.announce.newgroups,news.groups,bionet.cellbiol, bionet.diagnostics,bionet.immunology,bionet.microbiology, bionet.molbio.methds-reagnts,sci.bio.misc,sci.med.immunology, sci.techniques.microscopy This RFD will be reposted to the following newsgroups after its posting in news.announce.newgroups: bionet.molbio.proteins,bionet.neuroscience,bionet.plants, sci.bio.microbiology,sci.med,sci.med.laboratory,sci.misc, sci.nanotech This RFD will also be reposted to the following mailing lists after its posting in news.announce.newgroups: Histonet mailing list: Information pertaining to the technical aspects of histology and histopathology such as tissue fixatives and processing, routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, in-situ hybridization etc. To subscribe type "subscribe digest" into the subject box and leave the text box empty, or to subscribe to the full service just type "subscribe". For more info access web site http://www.mwrn.com/subject/histonet.htms Microscopy Society of America listserver: Questions/comments/answers in the various fields of Microscopy Currently over 3000 subscribers. To subscribe send the message "subscribe" to then send messages in plain text to For more info access web site http://www.amc.anl.gov/ Docs/anl/Nestor/Software/telecommList.html Stanford University list server To subscribe, send a message to with "subscribe ipox-l" in the body of your message. This list helps pathologists and other laboratory professionals to exchange information about immunoperoxidase methods. This RFD will also be reposted to the following web-sites after its posting in news.announce.newgroups: Royal Microscope Society http://www.rms.org.uk Web Master Dr R. A. D. Mackenzie Center for Cell Imaging Department of Cell Biology Yale University School of Medicine Introduction to Immunocytochemistry http://info.med.yale.edu/cellimg/CCIimmuno.html Web Master Paul Webster < paul_webster@yale.edu> Proponent: Amanda Wilson Proponent: Paul Monaghan < monaghan@icr.ac.uk> Mentor: Jonathan Grobe Amanda Wilson Deputy Manager, E.M. Unit St George's Hospital Medical School, S.W.London, UK Tel: 0181 725 5220 (work) e-mail From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 16 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Rolf Kocherhans Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Free molbio prg. available here ! Date: 17 Mar 1997 02:07:27 -0800 Organization: Univerity of Zurich Lines: 48 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gj54v$ehr@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Hi there I am presently looking for molecular biologists willing to test some programs I made aimed speeding up the daily lab work ! - This is how it works: The programs are accessible over the WWW, no downloading is required, all you have to do is download a free plugin program to enhance the browser you are using (Netscape 2.x and Internet Explorer 2.x only) on your Mac or Windows computer ! - What you have to do first: Download the appropriate plugin program and install it on your computer, here is the URL: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/plugin.html - Then connect to: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/programs.html These are the programs which make your live as a molecular biologist easier ! a. Digest Preview this program allows you to run a virtual agarose gel based on the nt sequence of the DNA you are cutting with appropriate restriction enzymes. You will see the expected (calculated) bands on the virtual agarose gel before you go to the UV box to take a picture. b. Dilution Calculator which does all the work to dilute does x.xM solutions standing around to the one you need. (Can`t follow) c. Adaptor Design creates an adapter for ligation of an insert which has no compatible ends. there many others: Oligo Tm,Compatible Ends etc. All programs are in development stage. I like to get your feedback ! Specially from people which use Windows computers ! Regards Rolf Kocherhans mailto:rolfk@vetvir.unizh.ch From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Sun Mar 16 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: AIBS Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Genomics: A Global Resource is now online Date: 17 Mar 1997 02:08:33 -0800 Organization: American Institute of Biological Sciences Lines: 54 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gj571$elr@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 10, 1997 Contact: Jeff Trewhitt (202) 835-3469 PhRMA, AIBS SEEK TO PROVIDE UP-TO-DATE INTERNET INFORMATION ON GENOMICS http://www.phrma.org/genomics Washington, D.C. -- The Pharmecutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) and the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS) have introduced an Internet web site on genomics to provide up-to-date information on emerging genetic research-related issues. "The goal is to add useful information on genomics as it becomes available, and to list other sources of pertinent material from around the world," says Dr. Gillian R. Woollett, the web site publisher and PhRMA's Assistant Vice President for Biologics and Biotechnology. "We want to provide a dynamic and accessible information resource for policy makers and the general public." The new site, "Genomics - A Global Resource," provides information on gene therapies and genetic sampling, testing and screening. It also provides data on the genetics of biodiversity and protecting endangered species. The site, http://www.phrma.org/genomics, is also listed on the first page of both PhRMA's and AIBS's Internet web sites. In addition to Woollett, genomics web site coordinators include Keith L. Cowing and J. Richard Keefe, both of AIBS. AIBS is a not-for-profit association of academic societies, institutes and museums interested in the biological sciences. It is dedicated to promoting sound science in education, research and public policy. PhRMA's web site also contains a variety of documents on the research-based pharmaceutical industry, including an Industry Profile, press releases, policy statements, PhRMA's Medicines in Development survey series and Health Guides. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents the country's leading research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, which are devoted to inventing medicines that allow patients to lead longer, happier, healthier and more productive lives. Investing nearly $19 billion a year in discovering and developing new medicines, PhRMA companies are leading the way in the search for cures. # # # Genomics Internet Address: http://www.phrma.org/genomics PhRMA Internet Address: http://www.phrma.org/ AIBS Internet Address: http://www.aibs.org From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Tue Mar 18 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: "Solke H. De Boer" Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Plant virologist position Date: 19 Mar 1997 07:04:22 -0800 Organization: BIOSCI International Newsgroups for Molecular Biology Lines: 24 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gov9m$h47@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Plant Virologist. The Centre for Animal and Plant Health located in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, seeks qualified applicants in plant virology with expertise in potato viruses and viroids. The virologist will provide scientific expertise, do technology development work in the field of diagnostics, and take responsibility for validating protocols used in potato certification and post entry quarantine programs in support of the Centre of Expertise for Regulated Potato Diseases. The incumbent will be part of a team with adequate technical support and provide leadership on issues in domestic potato production and international exports which involve diseases caused by viruses and viroids. This 2-year term position (with a possibility of renewal) requires a Ph.D. degree in plant virology/plant pathology and knowledge of potato virus diseases. Additional expertise in potato production will be an asset. Desired qualifications include good communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, as well as being a strong team player. Salary is commensurate with experience. Canadian citizens will be given preference. Interested applicants should submit letter of application, current resume, and three letters of reference by April 30, 1997 to: Dr. Solke H. De Boer, Centre of Expertise for Regulated Potato Diseases, 93 Mount Edward Road, Charlottetown, PEI, Canada, C1A 5T1. Phone 902-368-0950; Fax: 902-368-0960; E-mail: deboers@em.agr.ca. Applicants are also requested to file their resume with AAFC, Human Resources Branch, P.O. Box 6088, Moncton, New Brunswick, E1C 8R2, FAX 506-851-2064. From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Tue Mar 18 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Rolf Kocherhans Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Free molbio prg. available here ! Date: 19 Mar 1997 01:23:16 -0800 Organization: Univerity of Zurich Lines: 48 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5goba4$8vs@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Hi there I am presently looking for molecular biologists willing to test some programs I made aimed speeding up the daily lab work ! - This is how it works: The programs are accessible over the WWW, no downloading is required, all you have to do is download a free plugin program to enhance the browser you are using (Netscape 2.x and Internet Explorer 2.x only) on your Mac or Windows computer ! - What you have to do first: Download the appropriate plugin program and install it on your computer, here is the URL: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/plugin.html - Then connect to: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/programs.html These are the programs which make your live as a molecular biologist easier ! a. Digest Preview this program allows you to run a virtual agarose gel based on the nt sequence of the DNA you are cutting with appropriate restriction enzymes. You will see the expected (calculated) bands on the virtual agarose gel before you go to the UV box to take a picture. b. Dilution Calculator which does all the work to dilute does x.xM solutions standing around to the one you need. (Can`t follow) c. Adaptor Design creates an adapter for ligation of an insert which has no compatible ends. there many others: Oligo Tm,Compatible Ends etc. All programs are in development stage. I like to get your feedback ! Specially from people which use Windows computers ! Regards Rolf Kocherhans mailto:rolfk@vetvir.unizh.ch From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Wed Mar 19 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Huub Schellekens Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Diagnostic PCR meeting Date: 20 Mar 1997 01:14:50 -0800 Organization: XS4ALL, networking for the masses Lines: 31 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gqv6a$80k@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Second European Meeting on diagnostic PCR Kurhaus Hotel, The Hague, The Netherlands October 16-17, 1997 A meeting devoted to the practical aspects of diagnostic PCR. Topics: - PCR and the detection of unidentified microorganisms - Clinical relevance of PCR results - PCR and tropical infections - The format of the ideal PCR test - PCR in forensic science - PCR in clinical pathology There will be reviews by leading experts, papers and posters with original research. Invited speakers include: C. J. Cornelisse, Leiden H. Rinder, Munich F. Bonino, Turin R. DeCorte, Louvain B. Niesters, Rotterdam Abstract deadline: June 15, 1997 Information: E-mail: 101745.647@compuserve.com fax: + 31 765221931 Wens Travel From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Thu Mar 20 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Richard Schifreen Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Rumor Mill Date: 21 Mar 1997 01:35:08 -0800 Organization: DIGEX Lines: 18 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5gtkoc$qsp@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net I noticed that Marin Leach's "Biotech Rumour Mill" web page is now posting a CLOSED DUE TO EXCESSIVE NASTY NEGATIVE COMMENTS sign. Its a shame since there was a fair amount of interesting stuff that showed up from time to time. Of course, there was a lot of negative stuff obviously posted by disgruntled people or those who felt that they could sit in judgement of others. Unfortunately, I guess it all got beyond the usual internet approach of - if you don't like it - don't read it. The very name - rumour mill - gave pretty clear warning not to take it too seriously. This site has been relatively quiet lately. Its hard to believe that nothing exciting is going on in diagnostics. Perhaps the closing of the rumour mill will result in more postings here, although we can hope that the disguntled, vindictive and conceited will take their business elsewhere. Rich Schifreen rschifre@access.digex.net From owner-diagnostics@net.bio.net Mon Mar 24 22:00:00 1997 Path: biosci!biosci!not-for-mail From: Rolf Kocherhans Newsgroups: bionet.diagnostics Subject: Free molbio prg. available here ! Date: 25 Mar 1997 01:07:59 -0800 Organization: University of Zurich Lines: 45 Sender: daemon@net.bio.net Approved: odonnell@sasa.gov.uk Distribution: world Message-ID: <5h84lf$308@net.bio.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: net.bio.net Hi there I am presently looking for molecular biologists willing to test some programs I made aimed to speeding up the daily lab work ! - This is how it works: The programs are accessible over the WWW, all you have to do is download a free plugin to enhance the browser you are using (Netscape 2.x or Internet Explorer 2.x or higher) on your Mac or Windows computer ! - What you have to do first: Download the appropriate plugin and install it on your computer, here is the URL: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/plugin.html - Then connect to: http://www.unizh.ch/vetvir/programs.html These are the programs which make your live as a molecular biologist easier ! a. Digest Preview enter the size(s) of your DNA fragment(s) and see their migration pattern in a virtual gel in comparison to a 1 kb ladder. b. Dilution Calculator does all the calculations when you have to make up solutions. c. Adaptor Design helps to create adaptors in order to link incompatible dna ends together,in frame ! there many others: Oligo Tm,Compatible Ends etc. All programs are in development stage ! I like to get your feedback ! Specially from people which use Windows computers ! Regards Rolf Kocherhans mailto:rolfk@vetvir.unizh.ch