Delivering a First-to-Market Thermocycler with Real-Time DNA Amplification and Sequencing for Genetic Analysis
A genomics technology company had a concept for a novel real-time thermocycler that they wanted to bring to market. This special thermocycler would offer 96 individually controlled wells for greater flexibility and precision in DNA amplification and sequencing. Ascential provided full-scale development and contract manufacturing support, helping reduce development time while enabling a first-to-market platform […]
Developing a Scalable Next-Generation Sequencer with Proprietary Chemistry
Integrating Complex Subsystems for Class II IVD Compliance A leading life sciences company needed a fully automated, high-precision sequencing system capable of handling sensitive reagents, managing complex multi-channel fluidics, and integrating third-party components for efficient sequencing based on proprietary chemistry. The system had to support strict regulatory compliance for Class II IVD and IEC 61010 […]
Engineering a Rapid Sepsis Diagnostic Platform to Commercial Scale
From Concept to Commercially Ready: Results in Under 10 Minutes, Time to Market Reduced by 20% A precision diagnostics company developed a cytometry-based sepsis probability platform using advanced machine learning analysis of white blood cells. To bring it to market, they needed an engineering and manufacturing partner capable of delivering the precision automation required for […]
Engineering an Automated Platform for High-Throughput Multiplex Proteomics
A fast-growing biotechnology company sought to commercialize an advanced proteomic analysis platform capable of delivering precise, multiplexed data through a streamlined sample-to-data workflow. The company needed a development partner that could rapidly engineer a functional prototype, integrate highly complex subsystems into a compact architecture, and position the platform for scalable manufacturing. Ascential engineered and refined […]
Transforming a Proof-of-Concept Optofluidic Platform into a Commercial-Grade Instrument
From Concept to FDA Breakthrough A precision diagnostics client sought to dramatically reduce the time required to identify effective antibiotics for critically ill patients — without sacrificing accuracy or throughput. Ascential delivered a three-instrument automated system that achieved FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Faster reagent dispensing across the full testing workflow 0 x Increase in throughput, […]
Scaling a Prototype Research Platform into a Manufacturable, Automated System
From Concept to FDA Breakthrough A precision diagnostics client sought to dramatically reduce the time required to identify effective antibiotics for critically ill patients — without sacrificing accuracy or throughput. Ascential delivered a three-instrument automated system that achieved FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Faster reagent dispensing across the full testing workflow 0 x Increase in throughput, […]
Delivering a Next-Generation Automated Sample Preparation and Imaging System
From Concept to FDA Breakthrough A precision diagnostics client sought to dramatically reduce the time required to identify effective antibiotics for critically ill patients — without sacrificing accuracy or throughput. Ascential delivered a three-instrument automated system that achieved FDA Breakthrough Device Designation. Faster reagent dispensing across the full testing workflow 0 x Increase in throughput, […]