e-Lynx – Life Science Updates
Chromatographic Specialties / MJS BioLynx proudly remains a Canadian,
family-owned and operated company since its inception in 1963!
Dear Researcher,
We are pleased to present the e-Lynx, a newsletter devoted to keeping our customers up to date on new technologies, our new products, suppliers,
activities and promotions.
MJS BioLynx Well Being
Shave Down and Grow a Mo - This November!
5 things every man should know….and do!
Men will die on average 4.9 years earlier than women and for reasons that are largely preventable, which means that it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s five ways you can give yourself the best chance at living a healthy and long life. Nail the 5!
NEW PRODUCTS
Looking for an Innovative Long-read Multiomic Sequencing Assay?
CUTANA™ Hia5 is the key enzyme for Fiber-seq [1], a multiomic long-read sequencing (LRS) assay that simultaneously profiles chromatin accessibility, DNA methylation, and genetic variation at single-molecule resolution.
[1] Stergachis et al. Science (2020). PMID: 32587015
The webinar below, shares how scientists are leveraging this groundbreaking technology to uncover the genomic and epigenomic mechanisms underlying some of the most challenging diseases.
Did You Hear We Have SurePAGE™ Precast Gels?
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Sharp and consistent bands.
- Fast run times 20+ min.
- Large well volume 80µL.
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18-month shelf life.
GenScript's Bis-Tris precast gel series is a high-performance polyacrylamide gel that is designed to separate a wide range of protein sizes by electrophoresis. The gels are cast in a neutral pH buffer that minimizes polyacrylamide hydrolysis and increases gel stability. They also run at neutral pH, which minimizes protein modification compared to Tris-glycine gels.
GenScript's high quality mini gels generate the best electrophoresis performance with GenBox Mini Tank.
GenBox Mini Tank is designed for fast and consistent running of 2 mini gels at high voltages.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
What Are Cell Adhesion Molecules?
Cell Adhesion Molecules (CAMs) – specialized transmembrane proteins - are pivotal targets in biomedical research and
therapeutic development.
Schematic representation of the structure of four major classes of cell adhesion molecules.
("Cell adhesion in cancer: Beyond the migration of single cells" - Scientific Figure on ResearchGate, licensed under CC BY 4.0. The original figure can be found here.)
In this article:
- What are the main families of Cell Adhesion Molecules (CAMs)?
- How do CAMs contribute to cancer and inflammation?
- What are key research targets within cell adhesion?
Can You See More for Less?
Vector Laboratories – Glysite™ Explorer Kit
This kit is the first of its kind and plugs into your IHC workflow for the spatial visualization of protein-glycan proximity, unlocking a new dimension of data from your samples. Built on Vector’s validated lectins and a robust in situ PLA technology, this kit provides an optimized protocol for evaluating the glycosylation states of proteins.
Try it today – see our Vector Promotion below!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Micronic November Webinar: Sample Tubes & Traceability
Date: Tuesday, November 18th | Time: 9:00AM EST
In November, join Micronic for an overview of Micronic’s complete sample tube and code reader lineup - built for optimal sample traceability. From single-tube readers to full-rack models, they offer solutions for every budget, including advanced features like anti-freeze systems and side-barcode readers. They’ll also highlight their extensive labware range.
Key features of their sample tubes:
- Tubes with volumes from 0.30 to 6.00mL.
- Manufactured from medical grade polypropylene.
- Multiple laser-etched identification possibilities.
- Suitable for diverse sample types.
- Available with different bottom options.
MJS BioLynx – Fall - A Time for Gratitude
In 2021 we started asking you if you could answer three questions for a chance to win Lynx Socks…the answers over the years have been informative and very fun.
As with every October since, we would like to repeat those questions and offer you a chance to win 1 of 3 Vintage CSI/BioLynx Jackets.
What's Important to You? Please share your gratitude...
EMBRACING A GREENER FUTURE
Can Paying More Actually Save You Money?
Lab managers face relentless pressure to stretch every dollar. On paper, it can seem smart to swap premium pipette tips for bargain clones or to grab off-brand culture flasks at half the price. It feels like a win until those “cheap” consumables start costing you far more in the long run.
PROMOTION
Vector Laboratories – Buy 1 and Get a 2nd Product You Haven't Tried Before at 50% OFF
COME MEET US
MJS BioLynx – November 2025 Shows
Come and say hello and find out how our products can help you with your research.
| Wed., Nov. 5 |
University of Waterloo Biology and Chemistry |
11:00am - 1:00pm |
| Wed., Nov. 5 | CCIS - University of Alberta | 10:30am - 12:30pm |
| Thurs., Nov. 6 | University of Alberta - Katz Atrium, Level 1 | 9:30am - 11:30am |
| Thurs., Nov. 6 | Hospital for Sick Kids Discovery Lab Expo The 2nd Floor Gallery and Lobby at the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning, 686 Bay Street, Toronto |
10:00am - 1:00pm |
| Wed., Nov. 12 | IAF-INRS Lobby, Edward Asselin Pavilion, Bldg. 18 | 10:30am - 12:00pm |
| Thurs., Nov. 13 | McGill - R&M Goodman Cancer Institute, GCRC Atrium 5th Floor | 10:30am - 12:00pm |
| Tues., Nov. 18 |
McMaster University - Health Science Centre, Blue Room, Bldg. 37 |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
| Fri., Nov. 21 | IIDR Trainee Day 2025 - CIBC Hall |
Schedule to be determined: iidrtraineeday.com |
| Thurs., Nov. 27 | Unity Health Toronto (UHT) Cancer Research Symposium Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute, 2nd Floor |
8:30am - 4:00pm |
| Fri., Nov. 28 | UBC Medical Genetics Research Day University of British Columbia, Life Sciences Institute 2350 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver |
9:30am - 7:00pm |
FEATURED LITERATURE
Our 2026 Calendar Has Arrived! 
To further embrace the merger of Chromatographic Specialties and MJS BioLynx, it seemed fitting to feature cats and lynx together.
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TECHNICAL REPORT
When Was The Last Time a New Technology Transformed Your Research Capabilities?
Neuronal cell transplants suffer from poor survival. Exciting data has just been reported by researchers at Harvard using PODS®
to boost survival of transplanted retinal cells to treat blindness.
Human cell survival is boosted 15-fold using PODS BDNF and GDNF.
The group at Harvard now have PODS built into their implantation protocols.
Here are five recent papers using PODS sustained growth factor delivery to reshape the future of regenerative medicine.