Procurement of a 5-Laser Spectral Flow Cytometer Analysis Device and a 5-Laser Spectral Sorter

This tender concerns the procurement of advanced scientific instrumentation for biological research and analysis. Specifically, the request is for one unit of a 5-laser spectral flow cytometer, designed for high-resolution analysis of cellular populations based on their spectral properties. This device will enable detailed characterization of cells, including their surface markers and intracellular components, by measuring light emission across a broad spectrum.

In addition to the analysis instrument, the tender also includes the acquisition of one 5-laser spectral cell sorter. This sophisticated equipment builds upon the capabilities of flow cytometry by adding the functionality to physically separate specific cell populations identified during the spectral analysis. This sorting capability is crucial for isolating rare cell types, preparing samples for downstream applications such as single-cell sequencing, or enriching specific cell populations for further study.

The use of 5-laser technology in both instruments suggests a requirement for high-parameter data acquisition, allowing for the simultaneous detection of a large number of fluorescent markers. Spectral flow cytometry and sorting offer significant advantages over traditional flow cytometry by resolving the full emission spectrum of each fluorochrome, thereby minimizing spectral overlap and improving data accuracy. This procurement is likely intended to enhance the research capacity of an institution in the fields of immunology, cancer research, stem cell biology, or other areas requiring precise cell analysis and manipulation.

This is a supplies contract in the health and medical services, Research and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Medical Equipment. Located in Germany, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

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