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INTEGRA Biosciences Continues Partnership with CleanHub to Tackle Plastic Pollution

Beach clean up
Liquid HandlingMicroplasticsSustainability
17 Dec 2025
INTEGRA Biosciences continues its partnership with CleanHub to combat plastic pollution. With over 2 billion people lacking access to adequate waste management, plastic waste enters the ocean at alarming rates, harming marine life and potentially affecting food safety through microplastics. 

Ensure Water Quality with Bio-Rad Innovative Solutions

Think water safety think Bio Rad
Chromogenic MediaReverse Transcription PCR (RT-PCR)
15 Dec 2025
Download Bio-Rad Laboratories' comprehensive Water Safety and Quality Reference Guide here to learn more about innovative and alternative methods based on technologies such as chromogenic media and real-time PCR.

myLIMS Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

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LIMS
15 Dec 2025
myLIMS achieves ISO 27001 certification, strengthening its position as a secure and enterprise-ready LIMS platform

Waterborne Pathogens: Rapid Detection Solutions - a rapidmicrobiology Special Focus

Rapid detection solutions for water borne pathogens
Special Focus ColiformsCryptosporidium/Giardia
09 Dec 2025
Discover the latest developments in the detection and identification of waterborne pathogens in this rapidmicrobiology special focus. Expect cutting-edge research from our new journal club, product updates, and relevant events.

Journal Club Spotlights on Best Legionella pneumophila Test and Cryptosporidium Surveillance

Journal Club on Legionella Testing and Cryptosporidium
Cryptosporidium/GiardiaLegionella pneumophila
09 Dec 2025
Read about a recent study comparing ISO 11731:2017 culture techniques for detecting Legionella in hospital hot-water samples. Which one came out best? Also, a validated, field-ready molecular toolkit for integrated monitoring of protozoan pathogens within the water–soil–plant–food nexus.

From weeks to days: Transforming Legionella Control with Rapid Culture-based Detection

Rapid Legionella culture enumeration
Legionella pneumophilaLegionella spp.
08 Dec 2025
Rapid culture-based Legionella methods keep CFU/L and viable-cell focus of culture while cutting time-to-result from 7–14 days to just a couple days, enabling faster remediation checks, more responsive water safety plans, and truly proactive risk management.

Ready to Revolutionize Water Quality Control Testing?

AquaCHROM by Chromagar
Chromogenic MediaColiformsE. coli
24 Nov 2025
Discover how AquaCHROM™ ECC, a chromogenic culture medium helps revolutionize water testing by detecting, differentiating, and quantifying E. coli and coliform bacteria in water samples.

Reliable Detection of Waterborne Pathogens with Redipor®

Reliable Detection of Waterborne Pathogens
Special Focus Chromogenic MediaReady-to-use Media
20 Nov 2025
Reliable water testing is essential to safeguard public health. AnalytiChem’s Redipor range delivers consistent results when testing for waterborne pathogens - as well as benefits such as long shelf life, trusted performance and tailor-made options.

Enterolert-DW: Now Recognised as ISO 7899-3

A microbiologist carrying out water testing in a laboratory
Enterococci
17 Nov 2025
The IDEXX Enterolert-DW method has been officially published as the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Standard 7899-3:2025 (ISO 7899-3:2025) for the rapid enumeration of intestinal enterococci in drinking and bathing water (fresh and marine).

Total Viable Count: 24 - 48h to See Sooner and Act Faster

TVC in 24-48 hours To see sooner and Act Faster
BioburdenHeterotrophic Plate CountsTotal Counts
10 Nov 2025
Total Viable Count (TVC) remains the most universal hygiene indicator across water and process matrices. With MICA Highlight TVC, labs obtain 24–48h readings (matrix-dependent) while staying culture-based. The result: earlier decisions, earlier corrective actions, and leaner lab operations.

New! Journal Club on rapidmicrobiology

Journal Club on rapidmicrobiology
Journal Club
03 Nov 2025
Let our expert curator be your guide through the most significant developments shaping the future of microbiological science. Take a break and discover our Journal Club.

The Trusted Marketing Solution for Global Microbiology Brands

Best Way to Market Microbiology Products
Marketing
30 Oct 2025
Ready to get your 2026 marketing started? Contact our specialist team today for tailored microbiology marketing solutions designed to engage your microbiology audience and influential laboratory specifiers.

Industry-First Orbitrap Mass Detector for Environmental and Food Safety Testing

Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris EFOX Mass Detector
PFAS
27 Oct 2025
Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris EFOX redefines environmental and food testing for PFAS using the same innovation that transformed biology.The system addresses global challenges in food and water quality testing due to persistent contaminants like PFAS, pesticides, and other pollutants.

Enhancing Water Microbiology Testing Speed with MICA® -based Culture Technologies  

Enhancing Water Microbiology Testing Speed with MICA Based Culture Technologies
BioburdenColiformsE. coli
21 Oct 2025
Diamidex shortens the time-to-decision without abandoning culture methods, while reducing technician workload and the need for highly qualified personnel. Laboratories can maintain their membrane-filtration workflows and media; MICA® detects targeted culturable microorganisms earlier.

WATCHFIRE™ PCR Test Detects 22 Pathogens in Wastewater

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Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)InfluenzaSARS in Wastewater
07 Oct 2025
The WATCHFIRE™ Respiratory (R) Panel detects 22 pathogens (like SARS-CoV-2, influenza viruses, and Antimicrobial Resistant Genes) using the BIOFIRE® FILMARRAY® TORCH instrument with FIREWORKS™ software, allowing decentralized testing.

Comprehensive Genomic Solutions: Identify Your Microbial Samples with Novogene

Figure illustrating our sequencing services
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)Third-Generation SequencingWhole Genome Sequencing
06 Oct 2025
If you've isolated a bacterial or fungal strain but are unsure of its identity, WGS is the ideal starting point. Download our new eBook on long-read sequencing applications here.

Sterility Results in Less Than 4 Days - Fully Validated with Red One™

Sterility Results in Less Than Four Days with Red One
AutomationSolid Phase CytometrySterility Testing
30 Sep 2025
Red One™ delivers validated sterility test results in less than 4 days. Same preparation as compendial, fully automated, and fully supported for rapid product-specific validation and implementation.

INTEGRA Biosciences Unveils the SWITCH Hybrid Pipette

SWITCH Hybrid Pipette
Liquid HandlingMultichannel PipettesPipettes
23 Sep 2025
The SWITCH hybrid pipette combines manual control with fast electronic aliquoting, allowing scientists to transition seamlessly between manual liquid handling and electronic repeat dispensing with a single ergonomic device.

Free Webinars: E. coli in 6 h and TVC Results from 24 h

Diamidex webinars E coli results in 6 hours and TVC results from 24 hours
BioburdenE. coliHeterotrophic Plate Counts
22 Sep 2025
Diamidex announces two short, science-led webinars for water testing labs: culture-based CFU results for E. coli in 6 hours with MICA Advance®, and TVC results from 24 hours with MICA Highlight®. Designed for utilities, bottled water, contract labs and medical-device contexts.

LuminUltra Enhances European Water Diagnostics with Strategic Acquisition of GL Biocontrol

Scientist carrying out water microbiology testing in a laboratory setting
ATP TestingEnvironmental MonitoringLegionella spp.
16 Sep 2025
With the acquisition, LuminUltra strengthens its ability to support customers across France and Europe - bringing together local expertise, global innovation, and a shared commitment to proactive microbial risk management. 

SGL Helps Labs Reduce Operating Expenses

Get a quote from SGL
Chromogenic MediaReady-to-use Media
11 Sep 2025
SGL enables clients to cut their lab expenses while maintaining high standards through our ready-made culture media products. Why not request a comparative quote from SGL to discover potential cost savings?

Accelerating Molecular Testing with INTEGRA Biosciences’ Pipetting Solutions

INTEGRA Pipetting Solutions for Molecular Testing
Cell CultureLiquid HandlingPipettes
11 Sep 2025
The QIAGEN Genomic Services laboratory in Germany is using INTEGRA’s ASSIST PLUS, VOYAGER and VIAFLO 96 pipetting solutions to streamline PCR sample prep. These tools reduce manual workload, improve reproducibility, and increase consistency across molecular testing workflows for global customers.

SGL Completes 300 kWp Solar Installation, Powering a Greener Future

SGL Solar Installation
Sustainability
09 Sep 2025
SGL is proud to announce the successful completion of its new 300 kWp solar installation, which was finalised in July 2025 as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing it’s environmental impact.  

PIPETBOY GENIUS: Ergonomic Cell Culture Control

PIPETBOY GENIUS
Cell CultureLiquid HandlingPipettes
27 Aug 2025
Scientists at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Germany, use INTEGRA's PIPETBOY GENIUS controllers for efficient cell culture work, enabling precise and comfortable serological pipetting.

IDEXX Enterolert-DW Test for Enterococci Enumeration Published as ISO International Standard

Enumerating Enterococci in Drinking and Bathing Waters
Enterococci
26 Aug 2025
The IDEXX Enterolert™-DW method is now ISO Standard 7899-3:2025 for detecting enterococci in drinking and bathing waters, aligning with EU directives. Learn more in the upcoming IDEXX webinar.

Achieve Same-day Live Legionella Testing

Get same-day answers with Viability PCR
Environmental MonitoringLegionella pneumophilaLegionella spp.
05 Aug 2025
Viability PCR delivers same-day Legionella results. Detect only live cells, reduce false positives, and respond faster to protect public health and meet compliance standards.

Diaago Partners With Evolve Genomix To Make High-quality Genomic Tools More Accessible

Dependable Supply of High-quality Genomic Tools
Lab DisposablesPCRWhole Genome Sequencing
01 Aug 2025
By partnering with Diaago for a range of lab essentials, Evolve Genomix can provide fast turnaround and dependable stock, for next-generation sequencing, molecular diagnostics, food microbiology, plant pathology, crop sciences, bioinformatics, and laboratory practice.

Microbiological Production Control Made Simple

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Antimicrobial Susceptibility TestingAutomationBacillus cereus
15 Jul 2025
Using BacTrac impedance technology, microbial contaminants can be monitored in real time with a simple-to-use process.  An ideal tool to monitor your manufacturing process with rapid access to results and much shorter reaction times for process interventions.

Elevate Your Lab's Quality Control With Cytiva's Microbiology QC Solutions

Cytiva Microbiology Solutions
Environmental MonitoringMembrane Filtration
15 Jul 2025
Cytiva provides a comprehensive range of products designed to deliver dependable results while streamlining your workflow.  Get your free guide to discover how Cytiva can transform your quality control processes and ensure you achieve the highest standards in testing.

Rapid, Reliable DNA Extraction for PCR and Sequencing: microLYSIS Plus in Action

microLYSIS Plus For Rapid Microbial DNA Extraction
16SIdentificationLactobacillus
15 Jul 2025
microLYSIS Plus rapidly extracts high-quality bacterial DNA in just 7 minutes, reducing plastic waste and hands-on time. Proven effective for PCR and sequencing, it matches traditional kits' performance while enabling high-throughput, eco-friendly workflows in molecular biology labs.

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