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Biolog Enters the European Diagnostic Market, Bringing 45 Years of Anaerobic Culture Excellence

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Anaerobic/Microaerophilic Environments CE-IVD Ready-to-use Media

03 Mar 2026

Biolog, a leading provider of microbial identification and phenotypic characterization tools and services, has announced that both its anaerobic media and anaerobic chambers have received CE marking, clearing the way for broader international use.

New Color-Based (Chromogenic) Culture Media to Help Detect Candida Infections Faster

Candida Candida auris Chromogenic Media

03 Mar 2026

Thermo Scientific™ Brilliance™ Candida 2 Agar and Spectra™ Candida Agar are new color-based (chromogenic) culture media. Clinical labs can visually differentiate among the most clinically relevant Candida species with shorter incubation times.

From Spillover to Signal: Why Zoonotic Testing Is Now a One Health Imperative

Avian Influenza Mpox Virus Nipah Virus

26 Feb 2026

Zoontic outbreaks typically originate from human activities that alter animal ecosystems. Bioperfectus provides practical diagnostics for early detection of zoonotic diseases in high-risk regions, optimizing logistics for fragile environments and supporting surveillance before outbreaks occur.

Automated Growth-based Micro Methods for EM, Water, Bioburden and Sterility

Automation Bioburden Environmental Monitoring

26 Feb 2026

Learn how automated incubation and autofluorescence-based detection can reduce manual workload, improve consistency, and deliver earlier contamination insight across EM, water, bioburden, and sterility workflows.

INTEGRA Biosciences Strengthened its Market Position in 2025

Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)PCR Pipettes

26 Feb 2026

INTEGRA Biosciences experienced strong performance in Europe and stable sales in the US. Key innovations included the launch of the SWITCH hybrid pipette, enhancing laboratory efficiency, and collaboration with CleanNA to develop new reagents.

Accelerate Product Release with a Fluorescence-based Method

Membrane Filtration

25 Feb 2026

The EZ-Fluo™ Detection System is a fast, fluorescent staining-based technology that delivers microbial detection results in one-third the time of traditional methods, enabling quicker contamination response and faster product release.

Ensure Quality with Microbial Spoilage Testing Solutions

Ready-to-use Media Sample Preparation Workflow Optimization

25 Feb 2026

Microbial spoilage can significantly impact dairy and beverage quality. Our rapid microbial solutions streamline the testing workflow, allowing for quicker results and enhanced safety, preserving the integrity and quality of your products.

Infant Formula and Food and Beverage Production Demands Robust EM

AnalytiChem EM solutions to protect the most vunerable and image of baby drinking formula

Cronobacter sakazakii Environmental Monitoring Salmonella

25 Feb 2026

Producers of zero-compromise products such as infant formula, food and beverages need robust EM solutions to protect consumers, ensure confidence and maintain compliance. Rapid methods alert quickly, but are they the best choice in such environments?

Simplify Your Workflow: Automate Nucleic Acid Extraction with the HeiDi-NA System

Nucleic Acid Extraction PCR Reverse Transcription PCR (RT-PCR)

24 Feb 2026

Automating nucleic acid extraction with Microzone’s HeiDi-NA boosts yield, purity and reproducibility while cutting hands-on time. Paired with MAGneat kits, it streamlines DNA and RNA workflows for faster, consistent, high-quality results.

FDA 510(k) Clearance Establishes Broad Intended Use for Copan's PhenoMATRIX^®

Artifical Intelligence Digital Imaging Image Analyser

23 Feb 2026

Copan Group announced that its automated image assessment software, PhenoMATRIX^®, has received FDA 510(k) clearance in the United States. This software assists in reviewing bacterial culture plates using artificial intelligence to enhance efficiency while ensuring expert oversight.

Spot Spoilers. Act Confidently. Prevent Contamination - Discover NEW SMARTBIOME™

Bioinformatics Workflow Optimization

19 Feb 2026

Discover SMARTBIOME™ — an advanced spoilage investigation and prevention platform that turns complex microbial data into actionable insights to reduce non-quality costs, protect your brand, and optimize production decisions.

Primera Selects Cenevo’s Labguru to Transition from Paper to Digitalized Workflow

ELN - Electronic Lab Notebook Laboratory Management Systems LIMS

19 Feb 2026

Cenevo’s Labguru electronic lab notebook and inventory management system has been chosen to transition to a digital workflow, enhancing efficiency and compliance. Labguru's platform integrates various lab management tools, allowing scientists to streamline their research processes.

DNAllergen2 RT-PCR Kits for Enhanced Precision in Allergen Testing

DNAllergen2 RT-PCR kits by Gold Standard Diagnostics provide enhanced precision in allergen testing

Allergens ELISA Real-Time PCR

19 Feb 2026

The DNAllergen2 RT-PCR provide enhanced precision and robust results for food laboratories testing for allergens. The extensive range of the DNAllergen2 kits allows reliable detection and precise quantification of specific allergenic sources, with no cross-reactivity to closely related species.

Thermo Fisher and Datavant Partner to Enhance Real‑World Data Connectivity

Data Management

19 Feb 2026

Thermo Fisher Scientific has announced a strategic data collaboration with Datavant to enhance the connection between real-world data (RWD) and clinical research for pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

10-hour Culture-based Enumeration of Total Coliforms Using Automated Reading and Machine Learning

Coliforms

18 Feb 2026

MICA Total Coliforms detects and enumerates total coliforms in drinking water, including bottled water and tap water. Combining a standard membrane filtration approach with automated early-growth detection, delivering reliable ISO 9308-1:2014-compliant culture-based results in just 10 hours.

Handle Large Volumes with Effortless Pipetting

Sample Preparation

18 Feb 2026

Designed to meet the demands of microbiological analysis, the new BagFilter Pipet bags offer precise and safe pipetting, even with large volumes, while improving ergonomics in the workplace.

AnalytiChem to Showcase New Product Launches and its Wide-Ranging Lab Solutions at Analytica 2026

AnalytiChem to showcase product launches

ISO 11731 - Legionella

10 Feb 2026

AnalytiChem will showcase its expanded product offerings at Analytica 2026 in Munich from March 24-27. The company will also launch Redipor^® Legionella Plates for microbiological testing and Certified Reference Materials for critical minerals research.

2-Day Workshop: Managing Food Safety in High-Risk Operations

Food Safety Management System HACCP Smarter Food Safety

10 Feb 2026

In 2026, we’re bringing together global expertise, real-world experience, and practical tools in two in-person workshops designed to help food safety leaders stay ahead of risk, regulation, and complexity. Secure Your Spot: In-Person Workshops on Food Safety in Milan.

Bio-Rad Receives AOAC International Validation for EZ-Check Listeria Testing Kits

Listeria monocytogenes Listeria spp.

09 Feb 2026

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. has received validation from AOAC International for its EZ-Check Listeria spp. and EZ-Check Listeria monocytogenes Kits, designed to detect Listeria spp. and Listeria monocytogenes in food and environmental samples.

Low Binding DNA Consumables for NGS and Molecular Biology

Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)

09 Feb 2026

Azenta Life Sciences provides low binding consumables optimized for applications like Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), addressing the challenges of working with small amounts of DNA and RNA.

Buy Any 10 Cases of INTEGRA Serological Pipets and Get a Free PIPETBOY GENIUS with Purchase.

Liquid Handling Pipettes

09 Feb 2026

Get a free PIPETBOY GENIUS when you buy 10 specially priced cases of INTEGRA serological pipets. This offer provides consistent aliquots with a button click, saves time without monitoring graduation markers, and reduces filter changes.

EP 2.6.7 Update: New Mycoplasma Standards and PCR Assays for Reliable NAT Testing

Labor workflow for European Pharmacopoeia guideline 2 6 7 compliant mycoplasma NAT testing

ATMP - Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Products Droplet Digital PCR Mycoplasma

09 Feb 2026

The revised EP 2.6.7 introduces defined NAT sensitivity requirements and mandates the use of an external positive control for mycoplasma testing. New mycoplasma standards and PCR assays from Minerva Biolabs support compliant method validation and routine testing.

PharmaLab 2026 - Share your Knowledge and Experience on RMM/AMM

Artifical Intelligence ATMP - Advanced Therapeutic Medicinal Products Endotoxin

04 Feb 2026

The 14th PharmaLab will take place from 23-25 November 2026 at a new venue in Darmstadt (near Frankfurt Airport) with three pre-conference workshops and several parallel on-site conferences. Become a part of the speaker Team 2026, join the congress and exchange experience with around 600 colleagues.

Spore.Bio Names Dr. Michael J. Miller As VP Bolstering Scientific And Regulatory Strategy

Bioburden Environmental Monitoring Sterility Testing

04 Feb 2026

Spore.Bio has appointed Dr. Michael J. Miller as Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, leveraging his extensive experience in microbiology and contamination control to enhance the company's manufacturing quality control platform.

QC Microbiology for Pharmaceuticals - a rapidmicrobiology Special Focus

Solutions shaping the future of pharmaceutical quality control

Special Focus Automation Bioburden

03 Feb 2026

Both Ph. Eur. 5.1.6 and USP <1223> actively encourage validated RMMs over conventional 14-day sterility protocols. But it's not 'One Size Fits All'. Explore the right options here for your processes, whether it's compendial testing or faster time-to-result.

Real-Time Monitoring for Faster QC Microbiology

ScanStation from Interscience for connected microbiology

Automation Image Analyser Incubators

03 Feb 2026

Long incubation times delay critical QC decisions. Learn how real-time incubation and automated colony detection can accelerate contamination detection and improve efficiency in pharmaceutical microbiology labs.

Nipah Virus Antigens and Antibodies

Nipah Virus

03 Feb 2026

Nipah virus (NiV) is a zoonotic RNA virus, causing outbreaks with high case fatality rates of 40% to 75%. Sino Biological has developed critical NiV proteins and detection antibodies to support vaccine and diagnostic reagent development, including endotoxin-free versions for purity in vaccine research.

Enhancing Data Integrity and Efficiency in Sterility Testing

Sterility Testing Workflow Optimization

03 Feb 2026

Rapid sterility testing improves patient safety by speeding detection and boosting QC efficiency. BACT/ALERT® 3D and CODEX™ enhance traceability, compliance, workflow productivity, connectivity, and offer ongoing expert support.

Rapid CFU Detection: Faster Results, Better Manufacturing Control

Bioburden

02 Feb 2026

IntuGrow delivers fast, actionable CFU results in hours, empowering QC teams to prevent product risks, reduce delays, optimize production, and ensure regulatory compliance

Advancing Sustainable QC with Monocyte Activation Testing

Monocyte Activation Test

30 Jan 2026

QC labs face pressure to meet sustainability goals without sacrificing performance. Learn how MAT-based testing supports pyrogen detection - and explore a Lonza webinar with practical insights on overcoming endotoxin masking.

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