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Abstract Whole genome amplification by the multiple displacement amplification (MDA) method allows sequencing of DNA from single cells of bacteria that cannot be cultured. Assembling a genome is challenging, however, because MDA generates highly nonuniform coverage of the genome. Here we describe an algorithm tailored for short-read data from single cells that improves assembly through the use of a progressively increasing coverage cutoff. Assembly of reads from single  Escherichia coli  and  Staphylococcus aureus  cells captures >91% of genes within contigs, approaching the 95% captured from an assembly based on many  E. coli  cells. We apply this method to assemble a genome from a single cell of an uncultivated SAR324 clade of Deltaproteobacteria, a cosmopolitan bacterial lineage in the global ocean. Metabolic reconstruction suggests that SAR324 is aerobic, motile and chemotaxic. Our approach enables acquisition of genome assemblies for individual uncultivated bacteria using only

PerkinElmer, Inc. , a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire  Caliper Life Sciences, Inc. , a  Hopkinton, Massachusetts -based leader in imaging and detection solutions for life sciences research, diagnostics and environmental markets, for  $10.50  per share, for a total net purchase price of approximately  $600 million  in cash. Robert F. Friel , chairman and chief executive officer,  PerkinElmer , said, "The acquisition of  Caliper Life Sciences  brings innovative molecular imaging and detection technologies to our portfolio, complementing our world-leading offerings in life science, diagnostics, environmental and food markets." Friel added, "The R&D, application expertise, and intellectual property of the combined organization will provide our customers with enhanced knowledge and services and a strong pipeline of innovation. Additionally, the p

2nd International Conference on  Perspective of Cell Signaling and Molecular Medicine   8 to 11 January, 2012  Organised by  Bose Institute, Kolkata Instructions for Submission of Abstract : 1. Only abstracts containing new results will be accepted. Abstracts should clearly and adequately describe the objectives and results of the research. All abstracts must be submitted in English. All abstracts must be accompanied by a completed Conference Registration Form made out in the name of one of the Authors. a. Each abstract should include a title (in capital letters), name(s) of all authors (underline the presenting author), affiliation and email address. b. Type entire abstract single-spaced; typing area: width 12.0 cm (4.7 inches), height 24 cm (9.4 inches). c. Careful typing and proof-reading are essential. Registration : Registration fees : Rs. 4,000/ (Scientist); Rs. 2,500/ (Students including post-docs) Late Registration fees : Rs. 5,000/ and Rs. 3,500/ respectively Accompanyi