Manufacturer/developer of scientific instruments based on digital imaging technology. Synoptics Ltd has four divisions:-

Syngene – is one of the world leading providers of gel documentation and analysis systems used by molecular biologists in genomic and proteomic studies.

Synbiosis – provides systems for colony counting and zone measuring applications. Market focus is on the food, water and pharmaceutical markets.

Syncroscopy – provides digital imaging software to microscope users for use in image reconstruction.

Synoptics Health – in conjunction with Queen Mary College, London, Synoptics Health has developed a patented system for the detection of residual proteins left on surgical instrumens after the washer disinfector process