Released on: August 19, 2008, 6:29 am

Press Release Author: The Scott Partnership

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Press Release Summary: Madison, WI., (August 19, 2008) - Thermo Fisher Scientific
Inc., the world leader in serving science, announced that its newly introduced
Thermo Scientific Nicolet iN10 MX infrared imaging microscope enables analysts to
quickly determine the identity and distribution of chemical species within complex
structures and random mixtures on a microscopic scale. Designed for ultra-fast data
acquisition, the new Nicolet iN10 MX infrared imaging microscope provides the
ability to perform rapid and accurate analysis of materials ranging from forensic
evidence to high-tech polymer composites.

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Molecular Spectroscopy
Media Contact Information:
Name: Laura Browne/Charlotte Culley
Phone: +44 1477 539 539
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Carrie Mautz
+1 608 276 6196
carrie.mautz@thermofisher.com
www.thermo.com/spectroscopy

Thermo Fisher Scientific Enables Ultra-Fast and Reliable Mixture Analysis with
Nicolet iN10 MX FT-IR Imaging Microscope

Madison, WI., (August 19, 2008) - Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in
serving science, announced that its newly introduced Thermo Scientific Nicolet iN10
MX infrared imaging microscope enables analysts to quickly determine the identity
and distribution of chemical species within complex structures and random mixtures
on a microscopic scale. Designed for ultra-fast data acquisition, the new Nicolet
iN10 MX infrared imaging microscope provides the ability to perform rapid and
accurate analysis of materials ranging from forensic evidence to high-tech polymer
composites.

Incorporating Thermo Scientific OMNIC Picta software, the Nicolet iN10 MX provides a
completely new user experience; guiding the operator through the entire analytical
process, from sample loading to final reporting, in a few mouse clicks. The system\'s
integrated design features a unique combination of machine vision and spectral
identification technology to greatly facilitate data acquisition and sample
analysis.

The outstanding optical efficiency of the system allows chemical images to be
generated from highly scattering samples, such as paper and solid dosage forms,
making the Nicolet iN10 MX a powerful tool for counterfeit detection.

The system can be equipped with up to three detectors for optimal data collection. A
room temperature detector allows point-and-shoot analysis to be performed without
liquid nitrogen. In combination with the highly efficient slide-on ATR sampling
device, this detector makes the Nicolet iN10 MX as quick and easy to use as a basic
infrared spectrometer. For increased sensitivity and the ability to collect data
from the smallest of samples, a single-element MCT is available. An optional
multi-element detector allows the microscope to collect large images with even
faster data collection speed, measuring five by five millimeter areas in five
minutes.
Additionally, the micro-ATR capability of the system enables images to be obtained
at a spatial resolution of better than three microns.

Acceptance of infrared microscopy in regulated environments has been limited by its
inability to be validated. Uniquely the Nicolet iN10 MX can be validated in
reflection, transmission and ATR sampling modes, thereby simplifying the instrument
qualification process. This opens great opportunities for the application of
infrared microscopy in highly regulated environments.

For more information about the Thermo Scientific Nicolet iN10 MX infrared imaging
microscope, please call +1 800-532-4752, e-mail analyze@thermo.com or visit
www.thermo.com/FT-IR

Thermo Scientific is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving
science.

About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science,
enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With annual
revenues of $10 billion, we have more than 30,000 employees and serve over 350,000
customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical
diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as
well as environmental and industrial process control settings. Serving customers
through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, we help solve
analytical challenges from routine testing to complex research and discovery. Thermo
Scientific offers customers a complete range of high-end analytical instruments as
well as laboratory equipment, software, services, consumables and reagents to enable
integrated laboratory workflow solutions. Fisher Scientific provides a complete
portfolio of laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in
healthcare, scientific research, safety and education. Together, we offer the most
convenient purchasing options to customers and continuously advance our technologies
to accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, enhance value for customers and fuel
growth for shareholders and employees alike. Visit www.thermofisher.com.

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Contact Details: Molecular Spectroscopy
Media Contact Information:
Name: Laura Browne/Charlotte Culley
Phone: +44 1477 539 539
Email: thermo@scottpr.com
Website: www.scottpr.com

Secondary Contact Information:
Carrie Mautz
+1 608 276 6196
carrie.mautz@thermofisher.com
www.thermo.com/spectroscopy