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Aurora Microplates Wins Best in Showcase Award

Recently at the Spring Expo NYC, hosted by the Laboratory Robotics Interest Group (LRIG), Aurora Microplates received the esteemed Best in Showcase Award for their innovative cell culture microplate, CELLAZIP(TM). This marks a significant milestone for Zeon Corporation, the parent company of Aurora Microplates, as this is the first time they have been honored with such an award.

About the Award

LRIG is a leading organization in the lab automation and robotics sector in the United States. The Best in Showcase Award honors companies that exhibit innovative technologies and products at their events, assessing them based on criteria such as innovation, scientific and technical merit, practicality, user benefit, and presentation quality. CELLAZIP(TM) was recognized as one of the top technologies among about 30 exhibitors at the event.

Features of CELLAZIP(TM)

The award-winning CELLAZIP(TM) microplate was developed utilizing Zeon’s unique cycloolefin polymer (COP) materials and proprietary coating agents. Some standout features include:

• - Material Properties: The high transparency, flatness, and low autofluorescence of COP enhance imaging clarity and reduce capture time.
• - Quality Stability: The unique coating agent helps maintain a consistent surface state, minimizing variation between production lots.
• - Excellent Preservation: The microplates can be stored at room temperature for up to one year without compromising quality.
• - User Convenience: They are ready for immediate use upon opening, eliminating tedious coating processing.

Future Outlook

Aurora Microplates, led by Jeff Carlson, aims to leverage this award to further accelerate their microplate development. Zeon Corporation’s mid-term management plan, STAGE30, emphasizes a focus on vital growth sectors, including medical and life sciences. The company anticipates that their cell culture plates will be a significant growth driver, outpacing market growth.

Zeon remains committed to offering unique products with unparalleled functionalities, thereby contributing to the acceleration of drug development processes. As a “polymer design company,” Zeon strives to enhance the quality of life for individuals through their innovative solutions.

For more detailed information, you can check the official release here.