STOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 16, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Prevas Bioinformatics in Uppsala has won a contract to implement and evaluate algorithms for analysis of result data from Alpha Helix real time PCR instrument. The algorithms cover analysis of both quantification and melting point analysis. One bioinformatics consultant carries out the mission during a period of at least six moths.
Alpha Helix was founded in 1990 and its business strategy is to provide the means to improve the quality and speed of the entire PCR process, from preparing samples to interpreting results. Alpha Helix is currently developing a new, revolutionary rapid PCR thermocycler technology. The new SuperConvectiontm technology not only provides an extremely rapid PCR process but also significantly improves the quality of the results. The time needed for a complete gene analysis is reduced from hours to less than 20 minutes.