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Trade In Any Active Air Microbiological Monitor Against a New Minicapt Mobile Unit.

Minicapt Microbial Air Sampler
Air SamplingAir Sampling Compressed GasEnvironmental Monitoring
27 Sep 2018
EMS are offering customers the chance to trade In old active air monitors against a new Minicapt portable microbial sampler for collection of biocontamination samples throughout cleanrooms and clean air facilities.

Collect Directly in a Liquid using a High Airflow Rate Biological Air Sampler 

Coriolis Micro-Air Sampler
Air SamplingEnvironmental MonitoringMicrobial Air Sampler
27 Sep 2018
The Coriolis® is the ideal tool for the monitoring of specific pathogens (including toxins, virus, bacteria, molds, pollens, spores) in a low or a high airborne contaminated area, to overcome the traditional methods limits such as impaction.

See InnovaPrep’s New Generation Concentrating Pipette Select

new generation concentrating pipette
Microbial ConcentratorsEnrichment
27 Sep 2018
The CP Select is a rapid concentration tool for contamination monitoring, improving sensitivity for molecular or culture based analysis methods. It replaces incubation and centrifugation steps making sample prep faster, easier, & better.

BD Sells Advanced Bioprocessing Business to Thermo Fisher

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Cell Culture
25 Sep 2018
BD's Advanced Bioprocessing business includes a technical services program with a variety of peptones that enhance cell culture media in biopharmaceutical applications is being sold to Thermo Fisher.

Thermo Fisher Scientific to Launch Global Customer Solution Centers

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IdentificationMALDI-TOF
25 Sep 2018
Supporting scientists through the collaborative development of next generation chromatography and mass spectrometry solutions in Pharma/Biopharma and Food/Beverage Industries.

LIAISON QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus Launches as Aid to Detect Latent Tuberculosis Infection

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Latent Tuberculosis InfectionMycobacterium tuberculosis
25 Sep 2018
DiaSorin and QIAGEN partnership is driving the conversion from existing skin test detection to a fully automated testing process and, at the same time, providing labs with the opportunity to lead the testing process with a complete, fast and robust fully-integrated solution.

Microbiome Analytics Platform to be Used for Diagnosing Gastrointestional Diseases

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MicrobiomePrecision Medicine
25 Sep 2018
By applying new metagenomics tools to analyze gut microbial DNA, the microbiome diagnostics platform will be able to detect precancerous colon plyyps and other types of gastrointestional diseases.

TRIO.BAS for At Rest / In Operation / At the End of Shift - Monitoring

Air Sampler
Air SamplingCleanroomEnvironmental Monitoring
25 Sep 2018

Regulatory Standards request that the microbial content of the air is tested "At Rest" and "In Operation".  The TRIO.BAS DUO and TRIO from ORUM International Srl can help you comply as they can be specifically used for this purpose.

[Infographic] Food Allergy vs. Food Intolerance

Infographic - food allergy vs intolerance
Allergens
24 Sep 2018
Infographic from Romer Labs explains the difference between having a food allergy and a food intolerance. Download full infographic.

One-Stop Microbiology Management Now Available As LuminUltra Acquires InstantLabs

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ATP TestingMeat Speciation
24 Sep 2018
LuminUltra have acquired InstantLabs the developer of the Hunter® Real-Time PCR system with a portfolio of AOAC-approved test kits for detection of foodborne pathogens and meat speciation.

Veredus' VereBeef™ Kit Detects Multiple Pathogens in Raw Beef Trim from One Enrichment

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Salmonella
18 Sep 2018
Using one enrichment, detect multiple pathogens in raw beef trim with a minimum enrichment time of 8 hours for E. coli O157:H7 detection, and 10 hours for Salmonella and non-O157 STEC detection, respectively.

A Better Alternative to the Traditional Cryo Tube

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Sample Collection
18 Sep 2018
Micronic expands their range of ‘Hybrid’ tubes by introducing two innovative tubes that provide a better alternative to traditional cryo tubes, guaranteeing sample traceability, optimizing working volume and increasing overall sample storage efficiency. 

FDA Cleared Detection of Borrelia burgdorferi from Finger-Stick Whole Blood Specimens

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Borrelia burgdorferi
18 Sep 2018
The Sofia 2 Lyme FIA uses a bi-directional test strip format to detect both IgM and IgG antibodies to B. burgdorferi from a single finger-stick whole blood sample.

New Mechanism Antibiotics Against Novel ESKAPE Pathogen Targets

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ESKAPE PathogensHospital Acquired Infection (HAI)
17 Sep 2018
Commonly referred to as superbugs, the ESKAPE pathogens (Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter spp.)

Driving Real-time Productivity Insights with Connected Laboratory Automation

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14 Sep 2018
Monitor an instrument’s status from a distance through a smartphone – ideal for systems in a clean room, biosafety cabinet or remote location.

How do You Test for Allergens in Processed Foods?

Detect Allergens in Processed Foods
Allergens
13 Sep 2018
Read about new challenges and methods in allergen testing – in the latest issue of Spot On from Romer Labs.

New Green Recycling Service for BioPharma in US and Canada

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Recycling
11 Sep 2018
  Asustainable alternative for ‘end of life’ temperature control packaging waste.

ViroStat Releases New Rickettsia Monoclonal Antibody

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Rickettsia
11 Sep 2018
ViroStat has released a new Monoclonal Antibody to the Rickettsiae LPS. It is reactive with all members of the spotted fever group of Rickettsiae. It does not cross react with the typhus group (R. typhi or R. prowazekii).

Legionella Rapid Test Introduced in Berlin Water Company

Rapid Legionella Testing at Berlin Water Company
Magnetic SeparationLegionella spp.Legionella pneumophila
10 Sep 2018
Legionnaire’s disease is on the increase in Europe. To prevent possible outbreaks, fast and cultivation-independent methods for Legionella in water samples are important. The laboratory of Berlin Water Company has validated rqmicro’s rapid test.

IDEXX Pseudalert for 24 hr Detection of P. aeruginosa Now Global ISO Standard

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Pseudomonas aeruginosa
10 Sep 2018
Pseudalert detects P. aeruginosa in 24 hours, less than half the time of other commercially available methods. It also has high sensitivity and specificity, requires no confirmation steps, and can be more easily used with water samples that have high levels of background flora.

FDA-Cleared Liofilchem MTS™ (MIC Test Strip) Plazomicin (PLZ)

MIC Test Strip Plazomicin PLZ
Antibiotic ResistanceAntibiotic Sensitivity
10 Sep 2018
Liofilchem has received clearance from the FDA to market in the United States the MTS™ (MIC Test Strip) Plazomicin

Simple and Fast Solution for the Detection of Spoilage Yeasts in Beer and Soft Drinks

PCR for Spoilage Yeast in Beverages
Beer Spoilage OrganismsBrettanomycesPitching Yeasts
10 Sep 2018
BIOTECON Diagnostics foodproof® Spoilage Yeast Detection 1 + 2 LyoKits are new real-time PCR tests for the detection of the most important spoilage yeasts in beer, alcoholic mixed beverages and soft drinks.

First Glimpse of Next-Generation Solution for Endotoxin Detection at PDA 2018

Automated Endotoxin Solution
AutomationBacterial Endotoxin Test (BET)Endotoxin
06 Sep 2018
Consistent with the FDA’s Process Analytical Technology (PAT) initiative, Lonza is introducing a new generation of automated endotoxin detection driven by its market leading WinKQCL™ Endotoxin Detection Software.

New Book - GMP in Practice: Regulatory Expectations for the Pharmaceutical Industry

GMP in Practice
AccreditationGood Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
06 Sep 2018
If you're looking for an enhanced understanding of GMP in practice, James Vesper and Tim Sandle's new book 'GMP in Practice: Regulatory Expectations for the Pharmaceutical Industry', fifth edition, Revised and Expanded is a must-have for your reference collection.

A2LA Grants First Clinical Laboratory Improvement Program (CLIP) Accreditation

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Accreditation
06 Sep 2018
A2LA provided CLIP Accreditation to the US Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense.

Charles River Acquires Microgenetix

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IdentificationMALDI-TOFMicrobial Strain Typing
06 Sep 2018
With a new location in Australia, Charles River can now meet client demands for DNA sequencing and MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry testing services with local access to the global Accugenix® ID database and convenient data trending tools.

Air Monitoring: Continuous Monitoring in Grade A and B

Air Sampling
Air SamplingCleanroomEnvironmental Monitoring
04 Sep 2018
Continuous air monitoring in grade A and B areas should be undertaken for the full duration of critical processing to ensure product safety. 30-year-proven Gelatine Air Monitoring Filters offer the solution.
 

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04 Sep 2018
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