ENFIELD, Conn. - Tuesday, June 3rd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Eppendorf is proud to announce a new addition to the BioBLU Single-use Vessel Adaptor Kit portfolio. The BioBLU 5c and 14c Adaptor Kits allow BioBLU 5c and 14c Single-use vessels to be used on and controlled by Sartorius® BioStat® B-DCU-II controllers (Heat Blanket configuration only).

The BioBLU adaptor kit portfolio continues to provide an unparalleled level of flexibility for users looking to maximize existing processes while employing all the benefits of single-use technology. BioBLU 5c and 14c Single-use vessel adaptor kits are available for Applikon®, Sartorius, and the Eppendorf line of New Brunswick™ autoclavable cell culture systems.

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SAN DIEGO - Tuesday, June 3rd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Pathway Genomics Corporation, a San Diego-based CLIA and CAP accredited clinical laboratory that offers genetic testing services globally, today announced it has launched BRCATrueTM, a next-generation sequencing and deletion/duplication analysis that can detect mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2, the genes linked to breast, ovarian and other types of cancer. BRCATrue has a sensitivity of >99.99% and the broadest coverage across BRCA1/2 in the industry.

To enhance the accessibility of this important genetic test, Pathway Genomics has developed the BRCA One for OneTM program – for every qualified BRCATrue test ordered, one test is donated to a person in need through patient advocacy organizations, up to $10 million of free testing.

“Pathway’s mission is to ensure that people in need receive genetic testing regardless of their economic or insurance status,” said Jim Plante, P ... Read more »

Upgraded rating underscores the continued improvement in the financial strength of the Stewart family of companies

HOUSTON - Tuesday, June 3rd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Stewart Information Services Corp. (NYSE-STC) announced today that A.M. Best has upgraded the financial strength rating (FSR) to A- (Excellent) from B++ (Good) and the issuer credit ratings (ICR) to "a-" from "bbb+" for the member companies of Stewart Title Group (Stewart). A.M. Best also has upgraded the ICR to "bbb-" from "bb+" for the parent holding company, Stewart Information Services Corporation. The outlook for all ratings has been revised to stable from positive.

The FSR has been upgraded to A- (Excellent) from B++ (Good) and the ICRs to "a-" from "bbb+" for the following members of Stewart Title Group:

    Stewart Title Guaranty Company
    Stewart Title Insurance Company ... Read more »

Modular PCs can connect to any screen using SlimPort

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SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Tuesday, June 3rd 2014

COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2014

ICE Computer and Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. are announcing ICE’s xPC™ series of smartphone-sized, modular pocket PCs featuring a built-in SlimPort® interface solution from Analogix Semiconductor, Inc. during this week’s 2014 Computex show in Taipei, Taiwan.

The ultraportable xPC™ computer platform offers two versions, both of them using the Analogix SlimPort transmitter IC ANX7808: xPC™ PRO based on Intel Haswell/ Broadwell and xPC™ based on Intel Bay Trail platform.

“Today’s consumers are expecting smaller, cost-effective and more flexible computer platforms, as they are managing more and more content on the go,” said Scott Ma of ICE Computer. “Our xPC™ is compatible with the majority of displays, meaning that users can c ... Read more »

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, - Monday, June 2nd 2014 [ME NewsWire]

Thuraya Telecommunications, a leading Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) operator has further extended its maritime product portfolio with the launch of Atlas IP, a feature-rich broadband satellite terminal.

Thuraya Atlas IP is the second maritime-specific product launched by Thuraya in 2014 and is designed to complement the Thuraya Orion IP broadband terminal by offering a fully-featured voice and data product with additional functionality built in. Designed and manufactured  for Thuraya by Addvalue of Singapore, Thuraya Atlas IP delivers superior performance compared to more highly-priced competitor terminals, but with a higher specification and at a lower cost. Capable of standard IP data transfer at rates up to 444kbps and asymmetric streaming capability of 16kbps-384kbps, Thuraya Atlas IP is available with Thuraya’s range of attractive and flexible pricing plans, designed to provide users ... Read more »