USDA-ARS-NPA, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Box 9034, Grand Forks, ND 58202-9034

66 -- MOLECULAR IMAGING SYSTEM POC Darlyne Myrvik, Purchasing Agent (701) 795-8445, Patricia Geary, Contracting Officer (701) 795-8444 E-MAIL: molecular imaging system, dmyrvik@gfhnrc.ars.usda.gov. Sources are being sought for molecular imaging system capable of detecting images on gels, blots and sectioned samples and detecting radio isotopic (alpha, beta and gamma radiation), chemifluorescent and fluorescent signals. Must accommodate small (20x25 cm) and large (30x45 cm) erasable storage phosphor screens and be able to directly scan samples for fluorescence, chemifluorescence up to 30 x 45 cm with excellent resolution and sensitivity over a wide dynamic range. Software must quantify the above images. All technical and procurement questions should be directed to: Patricia Geary at (701) 795-8444. All responses shall be submited to USDA-ARS-NPA, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Attention: Patricia Geary, P.O. Box 9034, Grand Forks, ND 58202-9034 no later than June 30, 1999. "See note(s) 1. Posted 06/16/99 (W-SN343391). (0167)

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