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CS Genetics Unveils SimpleCell™: A New Era in Single-Cell Genomics

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DENVER, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — CS Genetics, a leader in next-generation single-cell genomics, today announced the launch of SimpleCell™ 3′ Gene Expression kits, its first commercial offering designed for accessible and scalable single-cell transcriptomics.

The SimpleCell™ platform leverages Kinetic Confinement – a groundbreaking molecular process – to deliver the most accessible, instrument-free, and scalable solution in single-cell genomics.

Luke Edelman, Founder and Chief Technology Officer at CS Genetics, remarked, “After several years of development, we are so excited to be releasing our first SimpleCell™️ products commercially. Single cell is a very important and impactful modality for biological measurement, and we feel strongly that a diverse ecosystem of technology platforms – now including Kinetic Confinement and SimpleCell™️ – is good for the field and for the cadence of discovery. It’s a privilege to be sharing our work with the scientific community, and we are totally stoked to see how customers start using it.”

Key features of the SimpleCell™️ 3′ Gene Expression kits include:

Workflow: Single-day cells-to-sequencer workflow, using only standard lab equipment and pipettingCost-effectiveness: Under $500 per sample, regardless of experiment scale or purchase volumeSample compatibility: Supports blood/PBMCs, cell lines, disaggregated solid tissues, and more

The company is presenting details about Kinetic Confinement technology and the SimpleCell™️ product line at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Society for Human Genetics in Denver. Visit CS Genetics at booth 402 and join the SimpleCell™ CoLab talk on Wednesday, November 6, at 4:00 PM in Theater 3 to explore the future of single-cell genomics.

Charlly Kao, Principal Scientist at the Center for Applied Genomics (CAG) at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and an early SimpleCell™️ customer remarked, “We’ve been eagerly waiting for something like SimpleCell™️ that can perform single-cell transcriptome profiling in a flexible, instrument-free, and simple-to-use workflow at a more attractive price point. Our evaluation of the platform showed it was able to successfully profile sample types at the single-cell level within our biorepository, and we now look forward to adopting SimpleCell™️ more broadly both for our own research and as a shared tool with researchers across our ecosystem as a service offering through the CAG Core.”

Hákon Hákonarson, Director of the Center for Applied Genomics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Professor of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine, remarked, “Kinetic Confinement and the SimpleCell™️ platform are timely new additions to the single cell universe. As a translational research facility with access to a very large number of clinical specimens, we are particularly excited about the opportunities presented by the platform to enable significantly larger-scale single cell studies than has been realistically possible with other tools.”

Yuriy Alekseyev, director of the Single Cell and NGS core laboratory at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, commented, “In the core lab setting, we see researchers who need more affordable, flexible, and easy-to-use options for single cell analysis. SimpleCell™️ checks these boxes well. It’s simple to set up, cost-effective, and a welcome addition for users who’ve been looking for a platform that doesn’t require a huge learning curve or large costs for each experiment. Even our less-experienced technician performed this protocol for the first time and obtained great results.”

The SimpleCell™️ 3′ Gene Expression kits are available in 8-sample and 16-sample sizes. Now accepting orders for shipment across the U.S., U.K., Europe, and select global regions. Visit www.csgenetics.com to learn more or place an order.

About CS Genetics
CS Genetics is a privately held genomics-technology company based in San Diego, California and Cambridge, UK. The company has developed a radically new, instrument-free platform for single-cell genomics with disruptive simplicity, speed, and scalability that will launch a new era of NGS-based cellular analysis. The company’s technology leverages a molecular process known as Kinetic Confinement that is categorically different to other single cell technologies, and plugs seamlessly into standard, widespread lab infrastructure. The company holds a large global intellectual property estate covering its single cell platform and related reagent, workflow, manufacturing and application technologies. For more information, visit www.csgenetics.com.

Media Contact:
Shannon Wilsey
CS Genetics PR
info@csgenetics.com

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Media advisory – Minister Champagne to confirm an investment in the Canadian telecommunications sector

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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 6, 2024 /CNW/ – The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will confirm an investment in 5G and advanced network technologies.

Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024

Time: 4 pm (EST)

Location: Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at media@ised-isde.gc.ca to receive event location details and confirm their attendance. Media representatives are asked to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the event.

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Miami-Dade Voters Overwhelmingly Support Countywide Free Public Wi-Fi Expansion Led by Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee

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MIAMI, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In a landmark vote, over 776,000 Miami-Dade residents, or 76.72% of voters, voiced strong support for expanding free public Wi-Fi access across the county. Spearheaded by Miami-Dade Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee, this non-binding initiative signals widespread public backing for efforts to bridge the digital divide and create greater internet access for all residents.

Commissioner McGhee, who has a distinguished background in public service as an assistant prosecutor, author, adjunct professor, and former Minority Leader of the Florida House, has made digital equity a priority. “This initiative is about ensuring that every family, student, farmer, and senior citizen in Miami-Dade has access to the internet—a critical resource in today’s world,” McGhee said. “Expanding free public Wi-Fi would help close the gap for marginalized communities and create opportunities for economic mobility and generational wealth.”

Many families in Miami-Dade, especially in low-income and underserved areas, still lack reliable internet access. According to Miami-Dade County Public Schools, approximately 25% of students—about 88,000 children—do not have access to high-speed internet at home, a gap that impacts their ability to complete homework, attend virtual classes, and use online resources critical for educational success.

The county’s senior citizens are also among the most digitally underserved. AARP reports that 34% of seniors in the U.S. do not have internet access at home. For older adults, reliable internet is vital to accessing health information, staying in touch with family, and connecting with social services. As Miami-Dade’s population ages, ensuring that seniors have access to free public Wi-Fi will help combat social isolation and improve quality of life.

“From schoolchildren to seniors, every resident in Miami-Dade deserves equal access to the digital tools that define our daily lives,” McGhee said. “This isn’t just a technology issue—it’s a matter of equity and opportunity.”

Rural communities in Miami-Dade also face unique connectivity challenges. Farmers, for example, rely on the internet for essential agricultural technologies like precision farming, weather tracking, and market data. Yet, 22% of farms across the U.S. still lack reliable internet access, according to the USDA.

“Expanding public Wi-Fi to rural areas would allow our farmers to access the latest technologies and remain competitive,” McGhee explained. “A digitally connected agricultural sector benefits everyone in Miami-Dade County.”

Cities like New York, San Francisco, and Kansas City have already adopted free public Wi-Fi to promote digital inclusion and foster innovation. By expanding public Wi-Fi, Miami-Dade can join these pioneering communities, moving closer to becoming a world-class county where no resident is left behind in the digital age.

“Miami-Dade can’t reach its full potential as a world-class community without ensuring that every resident has the tools to thrive in the 21st century,” said McGhee. “Expanding free public Wi-Fi is about more than just convenience—it’s about giving families, students, seniors, and farmers the digital resources they need to succeed.”

Contact: Juanita Olvera, Juanita.olvera@miamidade.gov

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Statement – Government of Canada orders the wind up of TikTok Technology Canada, Inc. following a national security review under the Investment Canada Act

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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 6, 2024 /CNW/ – Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, made the following statement:

“As a result of a multi-step national security review process, which involves rigorous scrutiny by Canada’s national security and intelligence community, the Government of Canada has ordered the wind up of  the Canadian business carried on by TikTok Technology Canada, Inc. The government is taking action to address the specific national security risks related to ByteDance Ltd.’s operations in Canada through the establishment of TikTok Technology Canada, Inc. The decision was based on the information and evidence collected over the course of the review and on the advice of Canada’s security and intelligence community and other government partners.

“The government is not blocking Canadians’ access to the TikTok application or their ability to create content. The decision to use a social media application or platform is a personal choice. It is important for Canadians to adopt good cyber security practices and assess the possible risks of using social media platforms and applications, including how their information is likely to be protected, managed, used and shared by foreign actors, as well as to be aware of which country’s laws apply. The government encourages Canadians to consult the guidance issued by Communications Security Establishment Canada’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security to help them assess these risks.

“The government’s decision was made in accordance with the Investment Canada Act, which allows for the review of foreign investments that may be injurious to Canada’s national security. The government applies enhanced scrutiny to investments that fall within the jurisdiction of the Investment Canada Act for a number of business sectors and activities, including the interactive digital media sector as outlined in the March 2024 Policy Statement on Foreign Investment Review in the Interactive Digital Media Sector.

“While Canada continues to welcome foreign direct investment, the government will act decisively when investments threaten our national security.”

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