How do hatcheries influence embryonic development of sea turtle eggs? Experimental analysis and isolation of microorganisms in leatherback turtle eggs
Patino‐Martinez, J., Marco, A., Quiñones, L., et al. • The Journal of Experimental Zoology • 2012
Model note: Variant of the AMA260 model
Use described: Sets Autoclave Parameters: Employs an Astell autoclave set to a temperature range of 100–138°C for 24 hours to ensure the incubation substrate was free of microorganisms for the experimental setup.
Protocol for tissue processing and paraffin embedding of mouse brains following ex vivo MRI
Smart, A., Tisca, C., Huszar, I. N., et al. • STAR Protocols • 2023
Use described: Protocol Overview: Describes a protocol for combining histology and ex vivo MRI data from the same mouse brain sample to study brain microstructure.
Extraction of protein from four different seaweeds using three different physical pre-treatment strategies
O’ Connor, J., Meaney, S., Williams, G. A., & Hayes, M. • Molecules • 2020
Use described: Compares Extraction Methods: Evaluates the autoclave pre-treatment method, alongside high-pressure processing and a classical sonication/salting out method, for its efficiency in enhancing protein extraction from four different macroalgal species.
Students as Carbon Accountants: Calculating Carbon Costs of a PhD in Neuroscience
Smith, W. V., Bebbington, A., Sircar, R., et al. • Genetics • 2025
Use described: Carbon Footprint Calculation: Presents a life-cycle assessment of equivalent carbon dioxide emissions generated by a PhD student's research, using a Drosophila neuroscience lab as a case study, which includes accounting for the energy consumption of autoclaves.
Considerations in the sterile manufacture of polymeric microneedle arrays
McCrudden, M. T. C., Alkilani, A. Z., Courtenay, A. J., et al. • Drug Delivery and Translational Research • 2015
Use described: Effect on Devices: Determines that steam sterilization via the autoclave caused the complete dissolution of the dissolving microneedle arrays, super-swelling microneedle arrays, and lyophilized wafers.
Effects of different sterilization methods on surface characteristics and biofilm formation on zirconia in vitro
Han, A., Tsoi, J. K. H., Matinlinna, J. P., et al. • Dental Materials • 2018
Use described: Compares Sterilization Methods: Compares steam autoclave sterilization with dry heat, UVC, and gamma ray irradiation methods to determine their effects on zirconia surface characteristics, including color, roughness, and surface free energy.
Improved Extraction Methods to Isolate High Molecular Weight DNA From Magnaporthaceae and Other Grass Root Fungi for Long-Read Whole Genome …
Grey, M. J., Freeman, J., Rudd, J., et al. • Bio Protocol • 2025
Use described: Specific Autoclave Model: Identifies the specific model of the Astell autoclave used in the experimental procedures as the ASB30019293 model.
The impact of gasoline and synthesized ethanol blends on the emissions of a spark ignition engine
Kuburi, L., Obada, D., Samotu, I., et al. • World Journal of Engineering • 2014
Use described: Autoclave Model Mentioned: Used the Astell ASB 300 autoclave to sterilize the flasks before inoculation with the growth innocula of S. cerevesiae and A. niger cells.
Localized internal radiotherapy with 90Y particles embedded in a new thermosetting alginate gel: a feasibility study in pigs
Holte, Ø., Skretting, A., Bach-Gansmo, T., et al. • Nuclear Medicine Communications • 2006
Radiotherapy
Model: AVX030
Model note: Precursor to AMB Series
Use described: Solution Preparation: Involved the aseptic filtration and subsequent autoclaving of solutions using the specified equipment.
Chemical composition and microbiological quality of Metata Ayib: a traditional Ethiopian fermented cottage cheese
Seifu, E. • International Food Research Journal • 2013
Food
Model: Benchtop
Use described: Cheese Quality Investigation: Investigates the chemical composition and microbiological quality of Metata Ayib, a traditional Ethiopian fermented cottage cheese.
Influence of fresh palm fruit sterilization in the production of carotenoid-rich virgin palm oil
Hassan, N. S. M., Hossain, M. S., Balakrishnan, V., et al. • Foods • 2021
Use described: Optimization of Conditions: Explains that the research studied the influence of varying sterilization temperatures, times, and amounts of palm fruits on the yield and free fatty acid content of cold-pressed virgin palm oil.
Fluorophosphonate-functionalised titanium via a pre-adsorbed alkane phosphonic acid: A novel dual action surface finish for bone regenerative applications
Ayre, W. N., Scott, T., Hallam, K., et al. • Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Medicine • 2016
Use described: Withstands Autoclaving: Confirms that the FHBP-functionalised titanium withstands the rigors of an autoclave cycle, showing similar cellular maturation on functionalised non-autoclaved surfaces.
Preservation of phytonutrients, antioxidants, and minor lipids in palm oil through mild thermal processing
Kua, S. F., Adan, D., Teh, H. F., et al. • ACS Food Science & Technology • 2022
Use described: Mild-Heat Processing: Details the process where the autoclave was used to heat the ethylene-detached fruits at for 60 minutes to produce mild-heat pressed crude palm oil (CPO).
Self-assembly of cyclodextrin complexes: aggregation of hydrocortisone/cyclodextrin complexes
Messner, M., Kurkov, S. V., Brewster, M. E., et al. • Pharmaceutical Nanotechnology • 2011
Model note: Precursor to the AMB series
Use described: Experimental Setup: Describes that the autoclave was used to heat the suspension in sealed glass vials, followed by cooling to room temperature and further equilibration.
Investigating best practice for specimen preparation for biological testing of root canal sealers
Bhandari, S. S., Palin, W., Kuehne, S. A., & Camilleri, J. • Dental Materials • 2024
Dental
Use described: Autoclave and Sealer Properties: Outlines an investigation of the influence of various sterilization techniques, including autoclaving, on the microstructure and surface properties of endodontic sealers prior to biological testing.
Optimization of a small‐scale fermentation test to predict the premature yeast flocculation potential of malts
Panteloglou, A. G., Box, W. G., Smart, K. A., & Cook, D. J. • Journal of the institute of brewing • 2010
Brewing
Use described: Optimized PYF Test: Suggests that the PYF potential of malts can be predicted 40 hours after pitching by using a highly flocculent PYF sensitive yeast strain and adding 6 mg/L linoleic acid.
IN VITRO MULTIPLICATION OF TWO ECONOMICALLY IMPORTANT AND ENDANGERED MEDICINAL PLANTS-JUSTICIA GENDARUSSA BRUM AND ADENIA …
Johnson, M., Manickam, V. S., & Andal, N. • Malaysian Journal of Science • 2004
Horticulture/Agriculture
Use described: Culture Media Success: Reports that high percentages of proliferating microshoot cultures were achieved using Murashige and Skoog's medium supplemented with specific concentrations of BAP and NAA.
Standard Operating Protocol Manual for Seaweed Biomass Cultivation and Analysis.
EnAlgae Standard Operating Protocol Manual • 2016
Aquaculture
Use described: Autoclave Program Details: Outlines a standard autoclave program for the sterilization process, which involves 121°C, 1.03 bar for 15 minutes.
Impacts of premature yeast flocculation factors on yeast physiological characteristics and metabolite profiles during stirred and unstirred high-gravity fermentations
Panteloglou, A. G., Smart, K. A., & Cook, D. J. • Journal of the American Society of Brewing Chemists • 2013
Brewing
Use described: Sterilized Wort Storage: Mentions that the sterilized wort was subsequently stored for future use in the fermentation experiments.
The effect of composted green waste (CGW), either as a surface application or by incorporation into a peat-based growing medium, on the impact of Pythium …
Doyle, O., Delaney, M., O'Haire, R., et al. • ISHS Acta Horticulturae • 2011
Horticulture/Agriculture
Use described: Pythium Control Research: Investigates the potential of composted green waste materials to control Pythium spp., a common cause of damping off in plants.
Feasibility of in situ gas stripping for continuous acetone-butanol fermentation by Clostridium acetobutylicum
Mollah, A. H., & Stuckey, D. C. • Enzyme and Microbial Technology • 1993
Microbiology
Model note: Astell Hearson is the previous company name of Astell
Use described: Contamination Prevention: Mentions that all exposed areas were wrapped with aluminum foil prior to autoclaving to prevent contamination.
Retrieval of cellular mRNA in paraffin-embedded human brain using hydrated autoclaving
Oliver, K. R., Wainwright, A., Heavens, R. P., & Sirinathsinghji, D. J. S. • Journal of Neuroscience Methods • 1997
Neurogenetics
Use described: Identifies Optimal Pretreatment: Determines that autoclaving in citrate buffer is the optimal pretreatment, yielding sensitivity comparable to fresh-frozen sections while offering benefits like superior morphology preservation and efficient storage.
The influence of H2, CO2 and dilution rate on the continuous fermentation of acetone-butanol
Mollah, A. H., & Stuckey, D. C. • Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology • 1992
Microbiology
Model note: Astell Hearson is the previous company name of Astell
Use described: Continuous Fermentation Study: Presents a study on the effect of product gases and dilution rate on solvent production in a continuous culture of Clostridium acetobutylicum.
Simple methods which maintain the barrier status of specific-pathogen-free animals during experimentation
Herbert, J., & Roser, B. • Laboratory Animals • 1987
Laboratory Animals
Model note: Astell Hearson is the previous company name of Astell
Use described: Immunology Experiments: Presents methods that allow the full range of cellular immunology experiments while maintaining the microbiological barrier.
Moving carbon between spheres, the potential oxalate-carbonate pathway of Brosimum alicastrum Sw.; Moraceae
Rowley, M. C., Estrada-Medina, H., Tzec-Gamboa, M., et al. • Plant and soil • 2017
Model note: While Swiftlock is colloquially used to refer to the ASB series nowadays, historically it referred to frontloading, benchtop, and toploading autoclaves with the Swiftlock door locking mechanism
Use described: Purpose of Sterilization: States that the autoclaving was performed as part of the plant health license for importing foreign soils and plant material into the UK.
Optimisation of sterilisation process for oil palm fresh fruit bunch at different ripeness
Junaidah, M. J., Norizzah, A. R., Zaliha, O., et al. • International Food Research Journal • 2015
Model note: While Swiftlock is colloquially used to refer to the ASB series nowadays, historically it referred to frontloading, benchtop, and toploading autoclaves with the Swiftlock door locking mechanism
Use described: Methodology Application: Applies Response Surface Methodology to study the interrelation between process temperature and time on Free Fatty Acid content during FFB sterilization.
Trophic transfer of single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes at the base of the Food Chain and toxicological response
Al-Shaeri, M., Paterson, L., Stobie, M., et al. • Nanomaterials • 2022
Model note: While Swiftlock is colloquially used to refer to the ASB series nowadays, historically it referred to frontloading, benchtop, and toploading autoclaves with the Swiftlock door locking mechanism
Use described: Growth Rate Experiments: Details the use of the Astell autoclave in the preparation of experimental materials for assessing the effects of single-walled carbon nanotubes on algal growth rates and abundance.
The effects of autoclaving on the physical properties and biological activity of parenteral heparin preparations
Menzies, A. R., Benoliel, D. M., & Edwards, H. E. • JournaL OF Pharmacy and Pharmacology • 1989
Model note: Precursor to the ASB Series
Use described: Compares Anticoagulant Assays: Compares the anticoagulant activity of autoclaved samples using the Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT) assay and the British Pharmacopoeia (BP) assay, noting a decrease with the latter.
Synthesis and characterization of zinc and copper oxide nanoparticles and their antibacteria activity
Asamoah, R. B., Yaya, A., Mensah, B., et al. • Results in Materials • 2020
Model note: U.S. variant of the AMB220
Use described: Microbiology Context: Applies the sterilization method to materials used in tests against Escherichia Coli and Staphylococcus aureus.
Synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of antimicrobial efficacy of reduced graphene–ZnO–copper nanocomplex
Ahmad, V., & Ansari, M. O. • Antibiotics • 2023
Model note: U.S. Variant of the AMB220
Use described: Application of Autoclave: Applies the autoclave for sterilizing water, pipette, media, pipette tips, and glassware in the context of synthesizing and evaluating a reduced graphene oxide–ZnO–copper nanocomplex.
