Rheogistics LLC

V-LABS, INC, was established in 1979 as an independent, private organization. They provide carbohydrates, polysaccharides, and glycosidic enzymes used in research in the food, biochemical, and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in universities and research institutions. They have utilized membrane separations in the isolation of natural polysaccharides and have developed molecular weight standards of these polysaccharides. The membrane methodologies have been developed for their own product line, as well as in consultations for industrial customers. V-LABS, INC, also offers analytical service for carbohydrates and polysaccharides, including gas chromatography, high performance liquid chromatography, ultraviolet and infrared spectroscopy. They also determine residual solvents and off-flavors in oilseed products, feeds, packaging materials, and plastics. They have studied extensively the development of rancidity in oils and oil-containing products such as nuts and grains. V-LABS, INC, has performed contract research for pharmaceutical, chemical and food companies. They have worked on glycosaminoglycans under contract. They have been awarded three Phase I Small Business Innovation Research Grants. The National Science Foundation award is entitled "Development of New Chelating Techniques with Chitosan Derivatives". The National Institutes of Health awards are "Preparation of Glycosaminoglycans Using Membranes" and "Sulfated Chitosan Derivatives as Anti-HIV-1 Agents".

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