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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.

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

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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.

Confience Acquires Labsoft, Uniting Two Purpose-built Teams to Create a Global LIMS Leader

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LIMS
10 Jul 2025
The combination of Confience and Labsoft forms a tech-forward entity poised to accelerate its global reach and redefine the standards for laboratory data management.

From Overnight to Same-shift: How a 6 Hour Culture Test Is Re-shaping E. coli Control in Water Labs

From Overnight to Same Shift How a 6 Hour Culture Test Is Reshaping E coli Control in Water Labs
ColiformsColony CountersE. coli
08 Jul 2025
MICA Advance E. coli gives culture-based presence/absence in only 6 hours. Labs gain same-shift water-safety answers with ISO-style workflow, eliminating 18–24 hour waits while preserving accuracy.

Revolutionize Your Microbiology Lab: Automation and Ergonomics - a rapidmicrobiology Special Focus

PhenoMATRIX AI powered plate interpretation and workup
Special Focus Artifical IntelligenceAutomation
23 Jun 2025
In this rapidmicrobiology special focus we highlight particular products and services that are specifically designed to help microbiology labs improve their sample setup, data integrity and results interpretation. Discover here how your micro results can be made faster, better and more cost effective.

IDEXX Tecta: Automated Water Microbiology Testing

IDEXX Tecta system
ColiformsE. coli
19 Jun 2025
The IDEXX Tecta™ system is a complete, self-contained water testing system, offering fully automated incubation and test interpretation for the detection of E. coli and total coliforms, E. coli only, faecal coliforms, and Enterococcus. 

Antimicrobial Resistance and the MRSA Crisis: A Silent Pandemic Demanding Urgent Global Action

Petri dish showing antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic ResistanceAntibiotic StewardshipAntimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
16 Jun 2025
Kits like the Microzone MRSA qPCR Detection offer several advantages over culture techniques, as they identify MRSA by detecting both methicillin resistance genes (mecA and mecC) and species-specific markers (femA and nuc) in under an hour.

IDEXX Water Introduces UV Viewer PLUS™

IDEXX UV Viewer PLUS
ColiformsEnterococciPseudomonas aeruginosa
16 Jun 2025
The UV Viewer PLUS significantly enhances laboratory efficiency by providing superior ambient light blocking and allowing simultaneous reading of two Quanti-Trays under UV light. It streamlines and accelerates the interpretation process for laboratory personnel and operators.

Smarter Serial Dilution: Labs Cut Strain, Waste and Costs

iNLABTEC Serial Diluter
Serial Diluters
05 Jun 2025
Labs using the new Inlabtec Serial Diluter UC report less strain, lower waste, and more reliable results - all with minimal investment and low-cost consumables. Discover how a small change is making a big difference.

Water Analysis Test Kits for Comprehensive Bacteria and Virus Detection

Water
Environmental MonitoringLegionella pneumophilaLegionella spp.
27 May 2025
Ensure the safety and quality of water in industrial settings and natural environments with our test kits. Download our Water Quality Monitoring fact sheet here.

Video: How to Compare Products in the rapidmicrobiology Buyers Directory

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Sample Processing
20 May 2025
The rapidmicrobiology website has a new look and it has never been easier to find the right rapid test method for your laboratory. Watch this short video to discover the Buyers Directory.

Supporting Water Safety & Stewardship: Microbiology Testing Solutions for Compliance and Productivity

Hand holding large droplet of water testing solutions
Legionella spp.Membrane FiltrationQC Organisms
13 May 2025
Remain compliant in your water testing workflow with the latest EN ISO 7704:2023 and recent regulatory changes without compromising on productivity and results with Thermo Scientific's complete range of products for the isolation, identification, and enumeration of waterborne microorganisms.

More Accurate Coliform Detection With R-CARD® ECC-A - Eliminates Aeromonas False Positives

R-CARD ECC-A
AeromonasColiforms
29 Apr 2025
Eliminate Aeromonas false positive coliform colonies by using the Roth Biosciences' R-CARD® ECC-A media; any Aeromonas colonies present are visible as faint yellow colonies that can easily be seen and counted.

CompactDry™ CFR - Easy Medium for the Rapid Detection of Coliforms

CompactDry CFR - for rapid detection of coliforms in dairy
ColiformsDairyIndicator Organisms
24 Apr 2025
CompactDry™ CFR is a ready-to-use dry medium, specially developed for coliforms in dairy products. MicroVal certified for raw milk and dairy products, heat processed milk, and dairy products, coliform positive results can be obtained within the same shift (6 to 8 hours).

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