Thermo Fisher Scientific Launches Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader to Help Simplify Protein, Cell and Microbial Analysis

Dedicated absorbance reader helps academic, biotech, pharmaceutical and quality control labs generate reliable data for common biological assays with straightforward operation

WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thermo Fisher Scientific today announced the launch of the Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader, designed to support protein quantification, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell viability studies, microbial growth monitoring and other routine laboratory applications with simplified operation and dependable performance.

Laboratories performing absorbance-based analysis are under increasing pressure to generate reliable data while managing constrained budgets, shared instrumentation resources and evolving workforce demands. The Multiskan™ Ease was developed specifically for laboratories seeking a dedicated absorbance solution that delivers the capabilities required for common biological assays in a streamlined, easy-to-use platform.

"Many laboratories are looking for technologies that align more closely with their day-to-day workflow requirements," said Trent Colville, Senior Director and General Manager, Protein Detection and Quantification, Thermo Fisher Scientific. "The Multiskan™ Ease was developed to provide the performance researchers need for routine biological analysis in a platform that is easy to adopt, straightforward to operate and designed to support laboratory productivity."

The Multiskan™ Ease supports a range of applications, including protein quantification, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell viability studies, enzyme activity analysis, endotoxin testing and microbial growth monitoring. The system extends Thermo Fisher's microplate reader portfolio with a solution tailored for academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and quality control laboratories focused on routine absorbance measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Thermo Scientific™ Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader?

The Multiskan Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader is a modern, single-mode absorbance microplate reader engineered for routine ELISAs, protein quantification, and colorimetric assays.

What types of laboratories is the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader designed for?

The Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader is designed for academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical and quality control laboratories that need a straightforward absorbance-based solution for common biological assays.

What applications does the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader support?

The Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader supports routine absorbance applications such as protein quantification, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs), cell viability studies, enzyme activity analysis, endotoxin testing and microbial growth studies.

How does the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader differ from multimode microplate readers?

Unlike multimode systems that support multiple detection technologies, the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader is focused on absorbance-based measurements. It is intended for laboratories that need dependable performance for routine absorbance workflows without the added complexity.

Why did Thermo Fisher Scientific develop the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader?

Thermo Fisher Scientific developed the Multiskan™ Ease Absorbance Microplate Reader to help laboratories generate reliable data for everyday biological assays while managing practical pressures such as constrained budgets, shared instrumentation resources and evolving workforce demands.

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About Thermo Fisher Scientific

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