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Microbiology News: Sep 2023

bioMérieux Food Safety & Quality: Your Trusted Partner in Augmented Diagnostics

28 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

Partner in Augmented Diagnostics
bioMerieux's suite of solutions for the food industry provides smarter and more dynamic risk assessment in Food Safety and Quality Control, moving from test results to actionable insights, to help ultimately provide consumers with safer products of the highest quality. more...

New Hot Start Isothermal Mixes Boost Sensitivity, Specificity, and Speed of DNA Target Detection

28 Sep 2023 | Other

Hot Start Isothermal Mixes Sensitive and Specific Target Detection
IsoFast™ Hot Start Bst Polymerase and associated ready mixes use proprietary AptaLock™ hot start technology to minimise non-specific amplification, leading to highly specific and sensitive results in as little as 30 minutes. more...

Hygiena® Announces the Opening of a New Branch in Australasia Region

28 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

Hygienas New Office in Sydney Australia
Leading food safety provider of rapid microbial detection solutions deepens commitment to ANZ with new Sydney office facilities more...

How to Achieve Pharmacopeia-Compliant Bioburden Testing of Viscous Samples

26 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Pharmacopeia Compliant Bioburden Testing of Viscous Samples
Viscous samples place distinct demands on each component of a filtration system. Learn from Sartorius Lab Instruments filtration experts how best to achieve accurate microbiological results for viscous liquids. more...

Ensuring Pharmaceutical Quality: The Essential Role of Rapid Sterility and Bioburden Testing

26 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

The Essentail Role of Rapid Sterility and Bioburden Testing
Rapid sterility and bioburden tests are major components of the pharmaceutical strategy. Unlike traditional methods, rapid sterility testing ensures safe releases, curbing contamination risks and helping to deliver safe, quality treatments to patients. more...

The Challenge of Implementing Rapid Methods for Bioburden and Sterility Testing

26 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

A proven solution for faster sterility and bioburden testing
In this rapidmicrobiology interview Lamin Jallow, Microbiology Technology Specialist for the Life Science business of Merck, discusses the challenges that laboratories encounter when implementing rapid microbiological methods for bioburden and sterility testing. more...

Incorporating Quality Control Technologies in the Lab

26 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

download ebook on implementation of RMMs
Whilst fully understanding the benefits of alternative and rapid microbiological methods, microbiologists tasked with their implementation can find it hard to know where to begin.  Charles River is there to support with a wealth of resources, including this practical guide, which is free to download. more...

Puritan® 3 Inch Swabs - Same Quality, Shorter Size!

26 Sep 2023 | OtherPharmaceutical

A small boy measuring his height on a wall chart
Puritan can now offer their best-selling 6” handle foam, flock, and spun fiber swabs in 3" handle versions. Ideal for at-home sampling, test kits and more. Connect with Puritan swab experts to discover the right swab for your application. more...

Improved Viral Vectors Through the Application of Premium 2G UNic™ Technology

26 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Through their combined efforts ProteoNic and NecstGen have achieved up to 5-fold higher functional LV titers, with significant potential impact on overall process efficiency. more...

Automated Detection System for Early Detection of Microbial Contamination in Filtrable Samples

26 Sep 2023 | PharmaceuticalCosmetic/Personal Care

Milliflex Rapid system for early detection of microbial contamination
Back by popular demand, the Milliflex® Rapid 2.0 system automatically detects, images, and quantifies viable microbial contaminants in filterable samples throughout the manufacturing process. Delivering results up to 4x faster, it is the ideal solution for sterility and bioburden testing. more...

Detect Microbial Contaminants Earlier

25 Sep 2023 | PharmaceuticalCosmetic/Personal Care

The Milliflex Rapid 2 system
The Milliflex® Rapid 2.0 system helps to improve process control and product yield while bringing forward end product release. It is compatible with a variety of filterable samples in the pharmaceutical, ATMP, biotech and personal care industries. more...

Rapid Bioburden and Sterility Testing - a rapidmicrobiology Special Focus

25 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Charles River Sterility testing solutions
Faster, easier, compendial compliant - whatever is driving your search for alternative rapid microbiological methods (ARMM) for sterility and bioburden testing in your facility, browse through the latest products here. more...

Red One™ Rapid Bioburden Testing in 4 Hours, Sterility in 4 Days

25 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Red One Rapid Sterility Testing System
A fully automated system for rapid detection of microbial contaminations: Red One™ delivers faster results than traditional methods, allowing more rapid confirmation of pharmaceutical product quality and quicker product release. more...

MICA Bioburden: 24h to 48h for Comprehensive Microbial Detection

25 Sep 2023 | Water

Bioburden enumeration total viable count in 24 hours from Diamidex
Revolutionize your microorganisms detection with Diamidex's MICA Advance Bioburden. Enumerate all microorganisms in water within just 24 or 48 hours of incubation. more...

Be Confident in Your Respiratory Controls and Panels This Season

25 Sep 2023 | Assay Development

Woman in field
With the advent of respiratory season, the importance of accurate and reliable testing for COVID-19, RSV, and the flu continues to grow. Safeguard your lab from delayed or inaccurate testing by leveraging trusted multiplex external run controls that help ensure your multiplexed assays perform correctly. more...

Reliability in your Microbiological QC for All Biomanufacturing Steps

25 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Condalab Brochure Download
Quality Control in biopharmaceuticals is vital to ensure the quality and safety of a product. Condalab has the required culture media to perform MFT, Sterility Testing, and Non-Sterile Products Testing without complications. more...

Pace® Announces Immediate Availability of PFAS Test Method ASTM D8421/EPA 8327

22 Sep 2023 | Water

FasterCheaper PFAS Testing Service
ASTM D8421/EPA 8327 uses isotope dilution and LC/MS/MS (Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry) to analyze for up to 44 PFAS compounds in both aqueous and solid sample material. New method provides reliable results faster and at a lower cost. more...

T2 Biosystems Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for the T2Biothreat Panel

22 Sep 2023 | Clinical

T2Biothreat Panel direct-from-blood molecular diagnostic test
The T2Biothreat Panel is the first and only FDA-cleared product able to simultaneously detect six high-priority biothreat pathogens, and the only FDA-cleared multi-target biothreat product developed and manufactured by a U.S. owned company. more...

Weighing Solutions for Medical Devices Applications

21 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Cubis II analytical balance
Precision weighing balances for drug eluting stents for accurate, reliable results and increased productivity. Download the Guide to Medical Devices Quality Control and Testing here. more...

Infectious Disease CRO, Microbiologics, Expands Biosafety Level 3 Laboratory

19 Sep 2023 | Clinical

Woman in Lab
With deep expertise in the field of virology and multiple BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratories, Microbiologics offer a comprehensive menu of custom viral biomaterials and testing services to support antiviral drug and vaccine development for biopharma companies worldwide. more...

Sterisart® Septum for Reliable Sampling from a Sterility Testing Unit

18 Sep 2023 | Laboratory EquipmentOtherPharmaceuticalMicrobiome

Sartorius Lab
This study assessed the Sterisart® sterility testing device with a septum, for recurrent sterile sample extraction, allowing the coupling with rapid detection methods. Results show that the septum remains intact and the growth media remains sterile even after over 100 repeated sampling events. more...

UriSponge™ Urine Collection Device: Free From Boric Acid, Loaded With Performance! 

18 Sep 2023 | Clinical

Copan Urisponge advanced urine collection device
Copan UriSponge™ is the advanced sponge device for urine collection, transport, and preservation, now featuring a new formulation that guarantees outstanding performance and eliminates boric acid from its formula. more...

Join the 7th Microbiome Movement – Human Nutrition Summit!

18 Sep 2023 | Microbiome

Join the 7th Microbiome Movement Human Nutrition Summit
Uncover mechanistic understanding surrounding the gut microbiome and lifestyle changes, aging, metabolic disease and more. Address the latest scientific findings and key translational challenges to aid the development of your nutritional microbiome products and bring them to the consumer faster. more...

Dual-cap Sample Collection Tube for Genetic Testing Workflows

18 Sep 2023 | Food & BeverageWaterClinicalPharmaceuticalMicrobiomeAssay Development

Dual-cap Sample Collection Tube for PCR Testing
Cap2™ is a new 0.2ml PCR microcentrifuge tube featuring a novel dual-cap design with both hinged lid and screw cap to preserve the integrity of samples used in genetic testing workflows. By acting as both a collection and processing tube, sample transfer can be minimized. more...

Join us at the European Dairy Quality Conference 2023

18 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

European Dairy Quality Conference 2023
bioMérieux’s 6th annual European Dairy Quality Conference is a one-day in-person symposium providing the opportunity to share knowledge and network with thought leaders, experts, and professionals from across Europe and beyond. more...

Bio-Shield DON 5 and Bio-Shield Fumonisin 5: USDA/FGIS Approved

14 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

Elisa Test Kits
ProGnosis Biotech’s Bio-Shield DON 5 and Fumonisin 5 ELISA test kits have received approval from the United States Department of Agriculture's Federal Grain Inspection Service (USDA/FGIS), emphasising their accuracy, reliability, and effectiveness. more...

Rapid Influenza A and B Test: Quick, Easy, and Accurate Diagnosis

14 Sep 2023 | Clinical

Rapid Influenza A and B Test
The BioPerfectus Influenza A&B Rapid Test kit, has been specifically designed for healthcare professionals. Ensure qualitative detection of influenza virus type A and B antigens in human throat samples with precision and efficiency. more...

Environmentally Friendly Lateral Flow Test Design Removes Need for Nitrocellulose

14 Sep 2023 | Assay Development

Gemina Labs has deployed cellulose (paper) test strips in the lateral flow assay format, a fully biodegradable, environmentally friendly alternative to the industry-standard nitrocellulose strip. more...

Hygiena's Strategic Move in Brazil: Elevating Food Safety Standards and Showcasing Innovation

13 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

Hygiena Summit Brazil 2023
From unveiling its São Paulo branch to hosting the Summit One Health Brazil 2023, Hygiena reinforces its commitment to Brazil, seeking to revolutionize the nation's food safety protocols and contribute to a healthier, globally-conscious future. more...

IVD Cefiderocol Susceptibility Testing

13 Sep 2023 | Clinical

IVD Cefiderocol Susceptibility Testing
Download the US-FDA cleared ComASP® Cefiderocol technical sheet here. ComASP Cefiderocol 0.008-128 is a quantitative broth microdilution method intended for the in-vitro determination of antimicrobial susceptibility of bacteria. more...

Still on the Move - Alternative and Rapid Microbiological Methods

13 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Man in Lab
Demonstrating comparability with the compendial methods, as well as validation, was often more difficult than anticipated, and regulators were often unfamiliar with such changes. Today, more than 15 years later, we are still on the way At the Alternative and Rapid Methods Conference at PharmaLab 2023 more...

Rentschler Biopharma’s UK ATMP Facility Receives MHRA Approval

13 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

MHRA Approved Facility UK for ATMP for clinical trials
Following MHRA approval, Rentschler Biopharma's UK site is now set for clinical production of adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors for gene therapy, offering a comprehensive range of services from early process and analytical development through cGMP manufacturing for clinical trials. more...

Expecting More From Your EM Software? Discover Effective Solutions for EM Trending at the 2023 PDA

12 Sep 2023 | Laboratory EquipmentPharmaceuticalVeterinary

Reliable and Effective Trend Analysis from your EM Software
During our participation in the PDA Microbiology Conference, we will collaborate with Vanessa Vasadi Figueroa, who will present an exciting poster delving into various technical discussion points to demonstrate the performance of a specific EM site over time.   more...

Multi and Rapid Detection with MICA: Legionella, Pseudomonas, Alicyclobacillus, Bioburden, and E. coli

12 Sep 2023 | Food & BeverageWaterLaboratory Equipment

MICA solution to detect and enumerate different types of bacteri
In today's dynamic microbiological landscape, versatility is paramount. As professionals, we continually seek systems that offer comprehensive, reliable, and timely results. Enter MICA's multifaceted testing suite.  more...

Detection of STDs with Tianlong Real-Time PCR Systems

12 Sep 2023 | ClinicalLaboratory EquipmentVeterinaryAssay Development

Tianlong Real Time PCR Systems
Tianlong offers sophisticated, high-performance real-time PCR solutions for different clinical settings with systems to meet the needs of both high-throughput laboratories and smaller laboratories where space is limited.  more...

INTERSCIENCE Invests €10 Million in Green R&D Center and Factory

11 Sep 2023 | Food & BeverageWaterLaboratory EquipmentPharmaceuticalVeterinaryCosmetic/Personal Care

INTERSCIENCE invests in green Factory
INTERSCIENCE invests €10 million in green R&D Center and Factory: 3000 m2 additional surface - Production volumes x 2 - Storage capacity x 2 - Surface area of R&D offices x 2 - 100% energy autonomy - 100% carbon-free energy - 1600 m2 of solar panels -  more...

Water Quality, A Critical Parameter in Pharma

05 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Condalab Water Quality Control
Water monitoring in Pharma is an essential step to guarantee the quality of pharmaceuticals, and to avoid potential health risks to consumers. Learn more about the water testing required according to Eur. Ph. Download Microbiological Analysis in the Pharmaceutical Industry Brochure. more...

Unlocking Efficiency and Quality: The Gappscan G2™ Plate Heat Exchanger Testing System

05 Sep 2023 | Food & BeveragePharmaceutical

Gappscan G2 Plate Heat Exchanger Testing System
 This innovative plate heat exchanger (PHE) integrity testing system offers a host of benefits, optimizing production processes and ensuring uncompromised product quality. more...

A Closer Look at the Mycotoxin Rollercoaster Ride of Europe's 2023 Harvest Season

05 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

Wheat and barley harvesting
The 2023 European wheat and barley harvest has captured attention due to this year's extreme weather conditions. The season this year was very challenging, presenting a blend of opportunities and obstacles for farmers and agricultural stakeholders. more...

Pyrostar™ NEO, an Endotoxin Detection Reagent Developed by Recombinant Technology

05 Sep 2023 | Pharmaceutical

Pyrostar Neo Synthetic Colorimetric Method
The PYROSTAR™ Neo is an extremely sensitive and specific assay for endotoxin detection using a reagent developed by recombinant technology. more...

Learn Why VeriFi™ Library Amplification Mix is Ideal for Metagenomic Analyses  

05 Sep 2023 | WaterClinicalMicrobiome

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Learn how using VeriFi™ Library Amplification Mix can improve your metagenomic analysis. Discover the benefits of more unique reads and reduced GC-bias in next-generation sequencing applications. more...

BIOMIC V3 Adds Image Filters for Disk Diffusion and MIC Strip Plates

04 Sep 2023 | Clinical

BIOMIC V3 Software
BIOMIC V3 is an open system using digital imaging to automate reading and CLSI and EUCAST interpretation of clinical microbiology tests and QC from various manufacturers. Systems are customized with optional modules. more...

DNAllergen RT-PCR Kits for the Reliable Detection of Target Allergen Sequences

04 Sep 2023 | Food & Beverage

New DNAllergen RT-PCR Kits
DNAllergen real-time PCR kits is a new product line completing Gold Standard Diagnostics’ allergen testing solutions with molecular methods. This technique enables the detection of specific allergens that are not easy to identify by immunoassays, and show no cross-reactivity with related species. more...


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