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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc, has extended some of its current LC-MS tradein programs to include instruments from any vendor. During September scientists are invited to trade in any model of ion

trap or triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer for a discounted price on a new Thermo Scientific linear ion trap or triple stage quadrupole mass spectrometer through the promotional period.

For more information, customers from France, Germany and Spain can visit www.thermo.com/mstrade. All others can visit www.thermoscientific.com/mstrade.

Ocean Optics Photo Contest is open to all customers, partners, distributors and advocates of Ocean Optics. This is an opportunity to share experiences and knowledge with the entire world. The most

innovative, entertaining and educational submissions will win prizes, including grand prizes for both the Video and Photo Contest, and five honourable mentions. Entries must be received by October 31, 2010. Entries will be posted periodically, and all will be posted by November 10th. That way, everyone can check out the competition and see their pics and videos live and in action.

For more information please visit http://www.oceanphotochallenge.com

OctoPlus NV a drug delivery company has signed an agreement with a US biotechnology company relating to the use of OctoPlus’ controlled release technology. Under the contract OctoPlus will develop

a controlled release version of a product currently in clinical development using its proprietary drug delivery technology PolyActive®. The client will reimburse OctoPlus for its activities under the agreement. Further financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Simon Sturge, CEO of OctoPlus, said: "I am delighted to see the continued adoption of our PolyActive® technology. We continue to explore opportunities where OctoPlus’ skills in microsphere development and production can be best exploited."