Siemens Aktiengesellschaft

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Gmbh

Thomas Ehben

Sebastian Schmidt

Christian Zilch

Walter Gumbrecht

Klaus Abraham-Fuchs

Manfred Stanzel

Peter Paulicka

Joachim Bangert

Hans-Dieter Feucht

Wolfgang Strob

Ludwig Bär

Thilo Tetzner

Michael Mankopf

Stefan Horn

Jürgen Mielke

Within methods and systems for computer-aided optimization of process models, defined specifications and associated release criteria (quality gates) are available for every work stage. The specifications include service documents, result features that are to be generated in a work stage, and budget details and the latest end time for a work stage. The release criteria (quality gates) can identify the results of a work stage as successful and can assess the fulfillment of a work stage. A reference for all work stages simulates the model based on a fictitious sample project, interference variables are introduced, the project implementation is simulated for each interference variable, respectively, the deviations from the reference run are automatically determined, respectively, for each interference variable, and an analysis of the influence of the release criteria (quality gates) regarding compliance with the budget and the schedule is performed based on the determined deviations from the reference run.

Method and system for optimizing process models

A module for processing a biological sample for an analysis test is disclosed. The processing module includes, in at least one embodiment, an interface at which the processing module can be connected to a cartridge with a lab-on-a-chip, in which cartridge the analysis steps are carried out. A biochip kit is also disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the biochip kit includes one or more processing modules which are intended for different sample materials and which can be connected to the same cartridge type.

Module for processing a biological sample, biochip kit, and use of the module

An apparatus is disclosed for processing a sample which stores processing reagents required for processing in a dry form. The processing reagents are covered by a biologically degradable medium or embedded in said biologically degradable medium.

Apparatus for processing a sample comprising a biochip and reagents embedded in a biodegradable material, and processes thereof

A device and a method are disclosed for the detection and/or for the quantification of an analyte. In at least one embodiment, the device includes a basic matrix and magnetized nanoparticles, which are arranged in moveable fashion in or at the basic matrix and to which catcher molecules that bind specifically to the analyte are anchored. Further, the mobility of the nanoparticle in the basic matrix can be influenced by a binding of the analyte to be detected to the catcher molecules and can be read out magnetically.

Device and method for the detection of an analyte

A device is disclosed for extracting a smear sample. The device includes a cavity, into which a sample carrier carrying a smear sample can be introduced. Liquid can be introduced into the cavity through at least one liquid feed connected to the cavity, and the liquid can be removed from the cavity through at least one liquid discharge connected to the cavity.

Device and method for extracting a smear sample

An apparatus is disclosed for displaying a tissue containing a fluorescent dye at least in sections. It is proposed for the purpose of simplification to record the tissue with a number of cameras from different observation angles while omitting a beam splitter, and subsequently to produce a joint superimposed overall image.

Apparatus for displaying a tissue containing a fluorescent dye

A method is disclosed for displaying a tissue containing a fluorescent dye at least in sections. In order to reduce interference signals, it is proposed to record a first fluorescent image during an illumination phase, and a second fluorescent image during a dark phase, and to correct the first fluorescent image by subtracting the second fluorescent image and to process it subsequently to form an overall image.

Method and apparatus for displaying a tissue containing a fluorescent dye

A method and system for monitoring the availability of medical aids for a patient. A first signal transmitter is mounted on the aid for transmitting first electromagnetic signals. A second signal transmitter is worn by the patient and has a warning device for outputting a warning signal which can be perceived by the patient. A receiving unit receives the first electromagnetic signals transmitted by the transmission unit. A control unit actuates the warning device to output the warning signal when the first electromagnetic signal is received and when a predetermined reception strength for the first electromagnetic signal is undershot and when a particular item of information associated with an operative state of the medical aid is transmitted with the first electromagnetic is received.

Warning system and method for monitoring the availability of medical aids for a patient

The integrated circuit is provided with capacitors for smoothing the supply voltage. The capacitors are disposed below the supply interconnects which supply the integrated circuit with the supply voltage. This enables the integrated circuit to be accommodated on a minimal area.

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Weisendorf, Germany

Thomas Ehben