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Microplastics Filtration and Analysis: Start-Up Guide for Filtration Apparatus and SiMPore Filter Disks
Introduction Many laboratories are newly interested in capturing and analyzing microplastics from a variety of samples, and need to acquire and set up the necessary apparatus to do so. This guide outlines the essentials for setting up and using SiMPore Filter Disks with the required filtration equipment. Using SiMPore Filter Disks Figure 1 below shows […]
Microplastics Filtration and Analysis: Start-Up Guide for Filtration Apparatus and SiMPore Filter Disks
Instruction for Use: Handling and Cleaning Recommendations for Silicon-based TEM Window Grids
Press Release: ISO Certification
SiMPore Inc. proudly announces the attainment of ISO 9001:2015 certification following the successful completion of an audit by DAC Audit Services LLC.
µSiM-CV Barrier Cell Culture Kits and Related Components
SiMPore Inc. announces the discontinuation of the µSiM-CV Barrier Cell Culture Kits and Related Components effective January 27, 2025.
Multi-modal analysis of microplastics enabled by silicon nanomembranes
The biological impact of microplastics in human food and water sources is largely unknown, and drinking water sources are not exempt from microplastic contamination. Here, we demonstrate a streamlined approach for capturing, quantifying, and identifying microplastics in drinking water. We present an analytical workflow termed Silicon Nanomembrane Analysis Pipeline (SNAP) that takes advantage of novel silicon nitride nanomembranes […]
UR researchers develop new method for liquid biopsies
Researchers at the University of Rochester are working on a method for rapid cancer diagnosis using SiMPore’s ultrathin nanomembranes. This technique, known as catch and display for liquid biopsies (CAD-LB), captures extracellular vesicles (EVs)—nano-sized carriers of cellular information—from minimally processed blood samples. By fluorescently labeling EVs caught in the membranes’ nanopores, CAD-LB enables quick detection […]
Rapid Assessment of Biomarkers on Single Extracellular Vesicles Using “Catch and Display” on Ultrathin Nanoporous Silicon Nitride Membranes
Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are lipid-bound particles shed by all cells. They are involved in cell-cell communication, but have recently gained significant interest for their potential use as diagnostics and as therapeutics. Researchers from multiple Universities recently published work demonstrating the capability of SiMPore’s Silicon Nanomembranes for catch-and-display of single EVs, enabling novel analyses of these nano-sized bio particles […]
University of Rochester Researchers Develop Lung-to-Brain Tissue Chips to Study Respiratory Disease Impact on the Brain
The University of Rochester has received a $7.1 million contract from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to develop innovative tissue-on-chip technology. This groundbreaking research aims to explore the link between respiratory diseases, such as influenza, and neurological symptoms like brain fog. The three-year project uses microphysiological systems (MPS)—tiny chips that simulate human […]
Nanoparticle Separation Vials
SiMPore Inc. announces the discontinuation of its nanoparticle separation vial products, effective August 16, 2024.