Greiner Bio-One International

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Address: Bad Haller Straße 32, Kremsmünster, 4550, AT
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Innovative solutions for your hospitals, laboratories and research facilities.

02/09/2026

Not sure which biological coating to start with? Here’s a quick “what it does” cheat sheet for you!

Different coatings solve different problems, so the fastest way to choose is to start with the type of interaction you want to support:
➡️ PDL / PLL / PLO → strong, general attachment (electrostatic)
➡️ Collagen → ECM support for adhesion + spreading (often primary cells)
➡️ Fibronectin → fast attachment & robust spreading (integrin-mediated)
➡️ Laminin → differentiation cues (commonly neuronal / stem-cell derived models)
➡️ BME → more complex, basement-membrane-like environment

Want the full overview incl. cell-type examples?

Grab our coating guide: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xGq9R0

31/08/2026

For many laboratories, procurement decisions involve more than price and technical performance. Comparing sustainability-related product information across suppliers can be challenging when data is presented in different formats.

The ACT® Ecolabel helps address this challenge by providing standardized product information based on a third-party certification framework.

ACT-certified products are assessed against defined criteria, enabling laboratories to incorporate comparable sustainability-related data into their purchasing evaluations alongside technical and economic considerations.

📖 Explore our ACT-labelled portfolio and learn how standardized product information can support more informed procurement decisions: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xXHgT0

💡ACT certification criteria and methodology are available through the ACT program (https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xXHDh0)

28/08/2026

🫤 Different cells - different needs. How do you choose the right coating for your cell-based assay?

For many labs, this is where things get unclear. Different cell types, multiple coating options - and no obvious starting point.

From our experience, coating selection becomes much easier when you break it down into three key questions:

1️⃣ What does your cell need to attach and function properly?
What cell behaviors must be supported by the surface - survival only, or more demanding behaviors such as spreading, differentiation, polarization, or maturation?

2️⃣ What type of interaction are you trying to support?
Are these behaviors dependent on extracellular matrix cues? If yes, defined ECM proteins may be required. If not, synthetic or physical coatings may be sufficient.

3️⃣ Are you working with simple or complex models?
How sensitive is your model to microenvironment fidelity? Screening assays typically prioritize robustness and reproducibility, whereas mechanistic or translational studies require higher biological relevance.

As outlined in our guide, understanding these parameters helps you systematically match coatings to your cell type - instead of relying on trial and error.

Because if the surface isn’t right, cells won’t behave physiologically - and your assay results won’t be reliable.

👉 Get your free guide that helps you match coating and cell type: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xzj6N0

19/08/2026

Are you confident in your data quality - or could cell adhesion be limiting your assays?

In cell‑based assays, reproducibility often depends on factors that are easy to underestimate. One of the most critical is how reliably cells attach, spread, and maintain a stable phenotype on the culture surface.

From our experience, suboptimal cell adhesion is a frequent source of data variability:
⛔ Cell loss during washing or medium changes
⛔ Inconsistent cell morphology across wells
⛔ Variable biological responses driven by altered adhesion‑dependent signaling

The result? Higher variability, lower reproducibility - and more time spent troubleshooting.

The underlying issue is often the surface. Standard TC treatments may work for robust cell lines. But more sensitive cells and complex models require biomimetic coatings that better reflect their natural environment.

What optimized surface coatings can enable:
✅ Stable and uniform cell attachment
✅ Physiologically relevant cell behavior
✅ More consistent and reliable assay outcomes

Because reproducibility doesn’t start at the readout - it starts at the surface.

👉 Improve reproducibility starting from the surface. Learn more: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xz9CF0

17/08/2026

Introducing a new blood collection device is about more than providing new equipment. It's about helping people feel comfortable using it.

Even the most intuitive device becomes more effective when healthcare professionals have the opportunity to build familiarity through training.
Practical onboarding supports confidence, encourages consistent use and helps teams integrate new workflows more smoothly.

Because successful implementation isn't measured by the first day. It's measured by how confidently a device is used every day thereafter.

❤️ Confidence is built through practice.
Training helps transform new devices into familiar routines—and familiar routines help create calmer blood collection experiences.

💬 How does your organization support teams when introducing new blood collection devices?

12/08/2026

Are your cells not attaching or performing the way you expect 🤨? Before you change media or seeding density, take a step back and check the setup:

Step 1: Choose the right microplate for your assay and readout.

When it comes to cell attachment, growth, and biological function, the surface and coating are usually the key factors. But depending on your application, other plate properties can also make a major difference to assay performance, image quality, and data consistency.

That’s why it helps to check the full plate setup first:
1️⃣ Match plate material to your application Material and optical properties matter, especially for imaging and high-magnification workflows.
2️⃣ Choose the right plate color for your readout Black, white, or clear plates can significantly affect signal quality.
3️⃣ Pick the right plate format Throughput, working volume, and scalability should fit your experimental design.
4️⃣ Don’t overlook bottom design and geometry Bottom thickness, flatness, and well geometry can directly impact imaging consistency and automation performance.

Once the plate fits the application, the next step is coating selection:
Match the surface to your cell type to support reliable attachment, morphology, and reproducibility.

👉 Swipe for a quick plate checklist - in the next post, we’ll move to coatings.

10/08/2026

Safety features are essential. But their true value isn't measured by how many functions they offer. It's measured by how naturally they fit into the blood collection process.

An intuitive device supports healthcare professionals without adding unnecessary complexity.

Thoughtful design can help reduce interruptions, simplify handling and allow caregivers to stay focused where their attention belongs - on the patient. Sometimes it's the smallest design details that have the biggest impact on confidence.

❤️ Confidence grows through intuitive design.
The best safety features support caregivers naturally, helping them focus less on the device and more on the patient.

💬 Which product characteristics make the biggest difference during blood collection in your daily routine?

05/08/2026

Are your cells not attaching or growing the way you expect? In many cases, the issue isn’t the assay itself - it’s the microplate surface.

Standard TC treatments work well for robust cell lines. But as soon as you work with more sensitive or complex models, they often fall short.

From our experience, this is where many experiments start to become inconsistent:
❌ Cells don’t attach properly,
❌ they lose their native cell morphology,
❌ or they deviate from their physiological behavior.

The reason? These cells need a more in-vivo-like environment - not just a surface.

In this short video, our expert Philipp Wachter explains:
✅why coating choice matters more than many expect
✅which types of coatings support different cell behaviors
✅and how to approach coating selection more systematically

If you’re currently relying on standard surfaces, this is worth a closer look.
👉 Watch the full video here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0x2qL60

03/08/2026

Choosing a blood collection device often begins by comparing product features. But successful evaluations begin somewhere else. They begin with the people who use the device every day.

A product may perform well in technical testing - but the real question is:
🔹How does it perform in clinical practice?
🔹Does it fit naturally into existing workflows?
🔹Do healthcare professionals feel confident using it?
🔹Can different departments work with it consistently?

The strongest evaluations bring together different perspectives - from nursing staff and phlebotomists to laboratory professionals, infection prevention specialists and procurement teams.

Because every stakeholder experiences the blood collection process differently. When those perspectives come together, decisions become more than a product comparison. They become an investment in safer workflows, smoother implementation and greater confidence.

❤️ Confidence starts with choosing the right solution.
The best evaluations don't just assess product performance - they help identify the solution that best supports everyday clinical practice.

💬 What factors have the greatest impact when your organization evaluates a new blood collection device?

31/07/2026

🧪 THIS or THAT? When choosing a cell culture flask, scientists consider the flask size and the surface. Another detail can make a difference in day-to-day work: the cap.

Standard Screw Cap
✅ Supports gas exchange when opened to the vent position
✅ Ideal for transportation
✅ Cost-effective solution for routine cell culture

A nice detail: The vent position is easy to verify visually. Once the cap clicks into place and the triangle points upward, the flask is properly ventilated.

Filter Screw Cap
✅ The filter insert provides optimal protection against contamination and efficient gas exchange
✅ Convenient handling
✅ The filter function remains effective, even when briefly wetted.

💡 There's no right or wrong choice. Just different ways of working.

👉 Filter cap or standard cap – what do YOU use most in your lab?

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