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From Hands-on to High-tech: A Practical Roadmap for Implementing AI in Pharma QC

Practical Roadmap for Implementing AI in Pharma QC - Webinar
21 CFR part 11Artifical IntelligenceAutomation
09 Jun 2026
This webinar will guide you through a roadmap for implementing AI-enabled automation into the microbiology workflow. From initial planning to commercial use, the session lays the foundation for adopters to maximize value while maintaining compliance and control during the implementation process.

Accelerating Drug Discovery for Deadly Amoebic Diseases with the WELLJET Dispenser Stacker

INTEGRA lab technician
Automatic DispenserAutomation
03 Jun 2026
Scientists at Purdue University use the WELLJET dispenser stacker from INTEGRA Biosciences to speed up and scale drug screening for rare and neglected parasitic diseases. Automated liquid handling standardizes complex assays, improves reproducibility and boosts throughput.

New Rapid Mycoplasma Testing Solution for EP 2.6.7 (12.2) Compliance

Mycoplasma Testing Solution
Mycoplasma
02 Jun 2026
Mycoplasma Detection - Is your lab ready for a seamless transition to EP 2.6.7 (12.2)?  Introducing Sartorius Cyclus® - rapid mycoplasma testing that combines validated accuracy with unmatched sensitivity.

Real-time Monitoring for Faster QC Microbiology

ScanStation
21 CFR part 11Artifical IntelligenceDigital Imaging
25 May 2026
ScanStation supports rapid microbiology workflows by combining controlled incubation with continuous, automated imaging, enabling earlier detection of microbial growth compared with traditional end-point incubation methods.  

altona Diagnostics Filovirus PCR Kits Detect Current Bundibugyo Ebolavirus Variant

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Ebola virusPCR
25 May 2026
WHO declared an Ebola PHEIC in DRC and Uganda; altona kits detect the Bundibugyo strain and are being shipped globally to support outbreak response.

How to Automate the Microbiology Lab - A rapidmicrobiology Special Focus

A fully automated solution for microbial detection and enumeration
Special Focus Automation
25 May 2026
Read this rapidmicrobiology special focus and discover solutions for how to automate the microbiology lab. 

AnalytiChem Launches US Webshop for Prepared Culture Media Products and Sterile Dyes

US Webshop for Prepared Culture Media Products
Chromogenic MediaReady-to-use Media
22 May 2026
North American customers can now benefit from improved access to AnalytiChem's Redipor® prepared culture media and related products using the new US webshop.

The Business Case for Automation and Robotics in Pharmaceutical QC

Merck solutions for automation and robotics in bioburden testing
Expert Insight Laboratory Automation
21 May 2026
In this interview with Dr Frederic Berkermann, Commercial Project Lead EMEA for Merck’s automation and robotics solutions, we discuss the financial and strategic considerations of automating microbial quality control (QC) in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Trusted Bioburden Testing Powered by Automation

Merck automation solutions for pharmaceutical microbiology
AutomationBioburdenRobotics
21 May 2026
Don’t be left behind, Bioburden Automation is on its way! Merck is pioneering this revolution in microbial QC. Discover how robotics, automation, and digitalization boost efficiency, compliance, and reliability in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

A Structured Path to Non-animal-derived BET Validation

Endosafe Trillium
Endotoxin
20 May 2026
Recombinant endotoxin testing is gaining acceptance, but many labs still lack a clear validation path. This four-part training series for Endosafe® Trillium™ rCR covers study design, acceptance criteria, and interference testing for vials and cartridges.

MicronView's EMC Robot Line: Scalable Cleanroom Automation

MicronView EMC Robot Line
Air Monitoring Real TimeAutomationCleanroom
20 May 2026
MicronView's EMC robot line brings scalable automation to cleanroom environmental monitoring. Built on a shared platform with interchangeable modules, each robot targets a specific monitoring need, from particle counting to real-time bioaerosol detection.

In Stock - Our Popular Transfer Sticks

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Lab DisposablesMALDI-TOF
19 May 2026
Made for precision, sterile wooden transfer devices are crafted from durable hardwood and finished with a finely tapered tip. Designed for exacting laboratory tasks, providing excellent control for direct bacterial colony transfer and well-suited for applications like MALDI-TOF MS.

Whitepaper: Validation and Compliance of AI-enabled Automated Plate Reading

Whitepaper - Validation and Compliance Considerations for AI-Enabled Automated Plate Reading
21 CFR part 11Artifical IntelligenceColony Counters
18 May 2026
In this whitepaper, get a clear framework to assess AI systems beyond “black box” concerns to equip your team with a clear approach to successfully adopt AI-enabled automated culture plate reading and reporting technology using a practical, risk-based validation approach.  

Improving Efficiency of Media Preparation and Dispensing with Automation

INTEGRA WELLJET reagent dispenser
Expert Insight Automated Media PreparationAutomatic Dispenser
18 May 2026
In this interview, INTEGRA’s Product Manager Gerald Posch explains how automation is helping microbiology labs streamline media preparation and dispensing, leading to more efficient laboratory workflows.

Partner in Change: Making the Transition to Automated Endotoxin Testing

Discover how we can be your Partner in Change
AutomationBacterial Endotoxin Test (BET)Data Integrity
14 May 2026
Making the transition to automated endotoxin testing starts with a strong case for change. Learn how Lonza partners with QC leaders to identify risks, build justification, and prepare with the Partner in Change toolkit.

From Sample to Decision: Automating the Microbiology Lab 

Automating the Microbiology Lab
AutomationEnvironmental MonitoringMycoplasma
07 May 2026
Automation is revolutionizing microbiology labs by enhancing workflows from sampling to data management. bioMérieux's solutions, like 3P® ENTERPRISE and BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE®, provide reliable results, help reduce errors, and support faster decision-making.

Partnering Through Change in Endotoxin Testing

Your Partner in Change
EndotoxinEnvironmental MonitoringLaboratory Automation
30 Apr 2026
Endotoxin testing is evolving as global pharmacopeias move toward adoption of rFC. See how Lonza’s Partner in Change helps QC labs plan transitions, modernize workflows, and adapt at their own pace.

Hole and Slit Lid Performance in Active Air Sampling

MVB white paper exploring the impact of hole versus slid lid design in active air sampling
Air Sampling
30 Apr 2026
MBV has always supplied its MAS-100® air samplers with perforated lids using holes. However, in search of the optimum solution, the experiment described in this whitepaper attempts to answer the question of how an alternative approach using slits would perform. 

Confident Microbial QC: ATCC MicroQuant™ Delivers Precision and Trust

Confident Microbial QC ATCC MicroQuant Delivers Precision and Trust
Microbial control
29 Apr 2026
Streamline QC workflows with ATCC MicroQuant™ - single-use, authenticated microbial reference materials. Achieve rapid, reproducible results and regulatory confidence with passage-zero strains and ISO 17034 accreditation. Learn more.

Reduce Loop Waste with Smart Heat Sterilization

Smart Heat Steralization
SterilizationSustainability
22 Apr 2026
Microbiology labs generate significant plastic waste from disposable loops. Flameless and gas-based microincinerators provide a safe and cost-efficient alternative, supporting sustainable workflows and compliant use in safety cabinets.

Biolog Webinar Shows How to Achieve Consistent Anaerobic Culture Results

white colonies growing on red microbiological cuture media
Anaerobic/Microaerophilic EnvironmentsCE-IVDReady-to-use Media
21 Apr 2026
Biolog is presenting an educational webinar on June 16, 2026 to help microbiologists achieve more consistent growth and faster results when working with anaerobic organisms. Titled “Upgrading Your Anaerobic Cultures,” it will focus on practical strategies, media selection, and workflow optimization.

ELRIG Announces Inaugural US Drug Discovery Conference

Elrig event
20 Apr 2026
ELRIG, a not-for-profit, volunteer-led organisation dedicated to the global drug discovery community, announced the launch of Drug Discovery USA 2026. the inaugural event, taking place at Pfizer in Cambridge, MA from 16 - 17 June, offers the drug discovery communities in Europe and the US

Validation of the VHP Decontamination Method for the MAS-100 Libra

MAS-100 Libra
Air SamplingCleanroomEnvironmental Monitoring
16 Apr 2026
A validation study showed VHP decontamination achieved complete and reproducible microbial inactivation across all tested positions in three cycles. Worst-case placement and CFD analysis confirmed robust coverage, efficient H2O2 removal, and safe, effective decontamination in all areas.

Hot Topics in Pharmaceutical Microbiology - Ireland

QC Microbiologists examine colonies on an agar plate
Artifical IntelligenceCleanroomEnvironmental Monitoring
15 Apr 2026
Join Pharmig at the Annual Irish Conference and a one-day meeting covering: Rapid & Alternative Micro Methods: From Sterility to AI Applications.

Win an INTEGRA Biosciences WELLJET Reagent Dispenser

INTEGRA latest competition
Automatic DispenserAutomation
13 Apr 2026
INTEGRA Biosciences is giving labs the chance to revolutionize plate filling protocols by winning a WELLJET reagent dispenser. Designed to address bottlenecks, it enables fast and precise bulk dispensing to maximize throughput. Submit your entry by June 30, 2026.

INTEGRA Biosciences Expands Availability of MAGFLO™ NGS Magnetic Beads 

NTEGRA Biosciences MAGFLO NGS magnetic beads
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)PCR
10 Apr 2026
INTEGRA Biosciences expands availability of MAGFLO™ NGS magnetic beads for nucleic acid purification in Europe and North America. These beads, verified for size selection, ensure consistent DNA or RNA fragment sizes and are stable at room temperature, RNase-free, and a cost-effective alternative.

New Agents and Devices for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing on Show at ESCMID 2026

New agents and devices for AST
Acinetobacter baumanniiAntimicrobial Susceptibility TestingCarbapenemase-Resistant Enterobacterales (CRE)
30 Mar 2026
At the ESCMID 2026 Liofilchem booth, there will be an opportunity to discuss their wide range of solutions for Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Resistance Testing, including MTS™ for measuring MIC, ComASP® panels, antibiotic and antifungal discs, agar dilution kits for Fosfomycin and Mecillinam, and more.

Webinar - Analysis of Surface-attached Biofilm

Webinar Analysis of surface-attached biofilm
Biofilm
30 Mar 2026
This webinar discusses biocalorimetry's role in studying biofilms, highlighting the calScreener and BioSurface Microwell Plate Assay for real-time, label-free monitoring. Experts will cover challenges, solutions, and future applications in biofilm research. 

Rapid Mycoplasma Testing by Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime

Rapid Mycoplasma Testing
Mycoplasma
25 Mar 2026
Achieve accurate and rapid in-house mycoplasma detection with BIOFIRE® SPOTFIRE® for the Pharmaceutical Industry - bioMérieux’s automated mycoplasma testing solution - now upgraded to provide robust cybersecurity and effortless data integrity.

PMM Ready-To-Use Media for Aseptic Process Simulation

Your partner for quality and safety in aseptic process simulation
Environmental MonitoringEU GMP Annex 1Media Fill Testing
23 Mar 2026
In response to the strict requirements of pharmaceutical companies for Aseptic Process Simulation (APS), Pharmamedia Dr. Müller GmbH (PMM) has developed customer-focused ready-to-use media solutions for APS with high level of quality, safety and flexibility. 

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