This high-throughput workstation increases sample numbers while decreasing sample volumes, conserves expensive reagents, eliminates concerns associated with volumetric variations caused by handling errors, and automates all repetitive pipetting protocols.        

The VERSA™ GENE is ideal for nucleic acid purification and is applicable to a wide range of research areas such as: disease control (avian flu, SARS, HIV), forensics (DNA fingerprinting), molecular pathology (cancer, genetic susceptibility), environment/food (GMOs and pathogen identification) and other molecular biology applications.        

While this system is dedicated for nucleic acid isolation, DNA extraction, and RNA extraction the underlying versatility of the workstation allows researchers to carry out many generic liquid handling tasks such as: serial dilution, cherry picking, plate reformatting, plate replication and normalization.        

Instrument Integration:        

All VERSA automated liquid handling systems are open platforms, thereby enabling researchers to continue with 3rd party kits and consumables they are familiar with. The VERSA GENE workstation can be easily integrated with complimentary accessories, such as orbital shakers, incubators, plate readers, plate sealers, nucleic acid quantifiers and other equipment necessary for both DNA extraction and RNA extraction and downstream applications.        

Software and Deck:        

VERSAware software offers intuitive drag and drop functionality and is easily programmable for nucleic acid purification protocols. It can be customized for genomic DNA isolation, RNA isolation, PCR master-mix preparation, addition of nucleic acid templates and addition of samples into PCR reaction plates. This instrument’s built-in plate transporter automatically moves plates between each of the deck modules. Plates may be scheduled for placement on each of the built in deck modules including the temperature control block, magnetic block and shaker block. The VERSA GENE is a complete “walk-away” solution for researchers desiring a cost-effective, high-throughput, precision liquid handler.        

The deck configurations shown are a general representation for setting up reactions for nucleic acid preparation using commercially available kits. Additional labware may be required depending on the setup and the individual method being performed.        

For more information, please review the VERSA GENE brochure or contact us directly to discuss your specific application. Aurora’s dedicated team of application scientists and engineers quickly and accurately assist users with method development, maximizing instrument performance while minimizing instrument down times. Thank you for considering AURORA to solve your lab automation requirements.