July Online LIVE Seminar! ~Protein Analysis Seminar~

How about one for the lab? Introducing the Discovery DSC series, the world's most outstanding and highly versatile differential scanning calorimeter.

TA Instruments continues to be the leading company in the world of DSC with innovative and outstanding technology. It provides reliable data and enhances workflow and productivity in laboratories. Material property analysis is essential at all stages of product design, manufacturing, processing, and application. Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) is the most widely used thermal analysis instrument for evaluating the physical properties of a wide range of materials, including polymers, pharmaceuticals, food, biomaterials, organic compounds, inorganic compounds, and composites.

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This is an introduction to protein analysis cases and related equipment by analysis specialists. This time, we will cover three devices: ITC, TAM, and NanoDSC!

Measurement capabilities offered by TA Instruments ☆ Thermal analysis / glass transition, crystallization, thermogravimetric analysis, curing reactions, expansion rate, thermal conductivity, shrinkage rate, effects of moisture, etc. ☆ Viscoelastic measurements (rheology, rheometers) / viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, etc. ☆ Microcalorimetry / intermolecular interactions, crystallization, amorphousness, aggregation/precipitation, dispersibility, solubility, compatibility, wettability, stability, adsorption, etc. ☆ Fatigue testing / tensile strength, temperature dependence, viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curves, residual strain, etc.

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The DSC measurements conducted with microscope accessories provide insights through multiple applications to better understand the properties and behaviors of materials. It is possible to capture images related to crystallization and melting transitions, flow of materials above the glass transition and melting points, phase transitions, and volume dimensional changes associated with evaporation and sublimation. Visual observation of color changes and other appearance alterations is used in combination with DSC data to gain a deeper understanding of the material being analyzed.

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This is an introduction to a protein analysis case study by a specialist in analysis. This time, we evaluated the substrate degradation rate and the effects of inhibitors using ITC.

Measurement capabilities offered by TA Instruments ☆ Thermal analysis / glass transition, crystallization, thermogravimetric analysis, curing reactions, expansion rate, thermal conductivity, shrinkage rate, effects of moisture, etc. ☆ Viscoelastic measurement (rheology) / viscoelasticity, modulus of elasticity, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curve, residual strain, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, etc. ☆ Microcalorimetry / intermolecular interactions, crystallization, amorphousness, aggregation/precipitation, dispersibility, solubility, compatibility, wettability, stability, adsorption, etc. ☆ Fatigue testing / tensile strength, temperature dependence, viscoelasticity, modulus of elasticity, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curve, residual strain, etc.

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This is an introduction to a protein analysis case study by a specialist in analysis. This time, we evaluated the changes in denaturation temperature behavior with the addition of Zn2+ using NanoDSC.

Measurement capabilities offered by TA Instruments ☆ Thermal analysis / glass transition, crystallization, thermogravimetric analysis, curing reactions, expansion rate, thermal conductivity, shrinkage rate, effects of moisture, etc. ☆ Viscoelastic measurements (rheology) / viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curve, residual strain, molecular weight, molecular weight distribution, etc. ☆ Microcalorimetry / intermolecular interactions, crystallization, amorphousness, aggregation/precipitation, dispersibility, solubility, compatibility, wettability, stability, adsorption, etc. ☆ Fatigue testing / tensile strength, temperature dependence, viscoelasticity, elastic modulus, viscosity, stress relaxation, creep, master curve, residual strain, etc.

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Provides high reliability! An excellent tool for measuring a wide range of molecular interactions.

The Isothermal Titration Calorimeter (ITC) is a device that detects the heat changes associated with titration at a constant temperature and is primarily used for analyzing molecular interactions. It measures the minute heat changes that occur when molecules bind to each other, allowing for the determination of binding ratio (n), binding constant (Ka), and the enthalpy change of binding (ΔH) from the resulting titration curve. Affinity ITC is an isothermal titration calorimeter that provides high sensitivity, high reproducibility, and advanced ITC technology in life science research environments. With AccuShot technology, it delivers precise amounts of titrant to the appropriate location, and the FlexSpin stirring function achieves efficient mixing and high sensitivity. The automatic cleaning function prevents contamination between samples. It offers the option of standard capacity (1.0 mL) or low capacity cells (190 µL), and a temperature-controlled auto-sampler for 96 wells is also available.

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This is the lecture material posted on YouTube ~DSC Basic Edition 1~. It is available for free download, so please feel free to make use of it.

Data Content This is a PDF version of the lecture materials from YouTube, converted for easier viewing. The video consists of a total of 12 pages and provides an easy-to-understand explanation for beginners about: - Principles - Analytical methods - Enthalpy relaxation (recovery) I think it might be difficult to understand with just the lecture materials, so please also refer to the YouTube videos below. YouTube TA Summary Site: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk3XzqRdsNQz1hJlqKrfujQ DSC Basics Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbGpordpweg

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We will be holding a seminar as follows during the Next Generation Die Casting Technology Webinar Week 2026. The die casting process plays a very important role in the automotive industry today, contributing to weight reduction, strength, cooling performance, and improved production efficiency. Do you have challenges related to defective products or mold lifespan due to mold temperature management? A non-contact type mold surface temperature monitoring system can achieve stability in quality, accuracy in traceability, and cost reduction. We hope you find it useful along with case studies. Date and Time: July 6, 2026 (Monday) 13:30 - 13:55 Instructor: Product Manager, Sales Engineering Department, Marpos Co., Ltd. Target Audience: - Those involved with die casting products and die casting machines - Those facing challenges in managing mold surface temperature - Those looking to improve traceability in the die casting process - Those wanting to work on cost reduction in the die casting process Registration: Please register through the details and registration button. * An invitation code (free) is required to apply for this event. Please enter the following invitation code on the application site. Invitation Code: K3994296

[Speaker] Mr. Takumi Aida, Analyst, Advanced Technology Lab, Japan Research Institute, Ltd. [Key Lecture Content] Autonomous driving technology has developed primarily around the enhancement of vehicle control based on a rule-based approach using various sensing data such as cameras, radar, and LiDAR. In recent years, there has also been progress in End-to-End approaches where AI learns integratively from recognition to control. While commercial applications of unmanned taxis and autonomous trucks are advancing mainly in the United States and China, efforts in Japan remain at the demonstration stage. Moreover, the spread of autonomous driving is changing the form of mobility provision from "ownership" to "service utilization," which is also impacting the nature of financial services. With the expansion of business models based on operational data and utilization rates, the forms of involvement of financial institutions are expected to diversify. This lecture will organize an overview of autonomous driving technology and its latest trends, and, based on domestic and international use cases, will consider the challenges for social implementation and strategies for promoting utilization, including the nature of financial services.

[Key Lecture Content] 1. Changes in the environment surrounding submarine cables in an increasingly uncertain international society Koji Enomoto, Senior Associate, PwC Consulting LLC, PwC Intelligence 2. The rise of hyperscalers and the evolution of international communication infrastructure ~ Latest trends in submarine cable systems responding to changes in demand structure ~ Motoharu Murakami, Director, Business Strategy Group, Business Development Division, NEC Corporation 3. High-capacity optical fiber transmission and optical fiber sensing in future submarine cables Hidetaka Furukawa, Director, Photonic Network Laboratory, Photonic ICT Research Center, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT)

[Speaker] President and CEO of Leading Innovation Inc. Senior Consultant Yoshizawa Yosuke [Lecture Topics] 1. Fixed notions of common sense and how to explore general new business themes 2. The most reliable method for creating unique businesses 3. Classification of business characteristics that influence the exploration of themes 4. Value differentiation design 5. A reproducible approach to creating unique new businesses 6. Focus on institutionalization within the organization 7. Q&A

Date and Time: July 23, 2026 (Thursday) 14:30 – 17:00 Signals Notebook is a unique cloud-based electronic lab notebook designed from the ground up to be utilized across a wide range of research fields, including chemistry, biology, formulation, materials, analysis, and food, ensuring its long-term use in the future. We invite you to participate in this opportunity to see, touch, and experience the features of Signals Notebook for yourself. <Content> - Creation of lab notebooks including reaction schemes and reagent information - Structured recording and searching of yield, conditions, and result data - Notebook sharing, commenting, and approval flow with lab members - Introduction to the compound database (services we offer) - Q&A For more details, click here (to the Hulinks page) https://www.hulinks.co.jp/seminar/signals-snb-handson/