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Mass spectrometry identifies biomarkers of COVID-19 disease severity
Researchers have identified 27 biomarkers that could be used to predict the course of SARS-CoV-2 infection and whether a patient with COVID-19 will become severely ill.
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Microbial Detection
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From commensalism to parasitism: the dangers of underestimating cleanroom bacterial contaminants
Marc Baiget Francesch explains how commensal bacteria can be opportunistic pathogens and why treating them as merely a light threat to cleanrooms can bring disastrous consequences.
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Developing a COVID-19 biosensor for faster diagnostics and environmental monitoring
A team have developed a biosensor with high specificity and sensitivity for COVID-19 that could be used in hospitals, train stations or laboratories to detect SARS-CoV-2.
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Active air sampler market to value $130.7 million by 2026
The active air sampler market, led by Asia-Pacific, Europe and US, is expected to grow from its current value of $92 million at a CAGR of 5.1 percent.
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Francis Crick Institute and collaborators to offer COVID-19 testing for key workers
The institute has paused cancer research and repurposed its laboratories and scientists to provide a rapid COVID-19 testing facility for NHS staff and other key workers.
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Colour-changing bandages can release antibiotics and prevent resistant microbes
Research has developed bandages which change colour and release antibiotics and/or reactive oxygen species in response to an infected wound which could curb the spread of antibiotic resistance.
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Learning from clinical microbiologists: culturomics and metagenomics
Clinical microbiologists have started using new, non-conventional methods to study the microbiology of the human gut. In this article, Jeanne Moldenhauer discusses the intricacies of culturomic and metagenomic studies and how this can advance current research.
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Exploring Raman: a non‐invasive analytical approach
Since it was discovered in the 1920s, Raman spectroscopy has been used in pharmaceutical research as a non‐invasive way to provide chemical and structural information in situ, without any staining or complicated sample preparation. Nikki Withers spoke to Professor Kishan Dholakia to hear more about its use in industry and…
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Pernicious microorganisms: risks of contamination in pharma
Some pharmaceutical manufacturers can struggle to keep microorganisms away from their facilities, which sometimes goes unnoticed until it is too late. While there are numerous threatening microorganisms, this article focuses on some of the most troublesome, highlighting the hazards they pose and analysing how manufacturers can prevent microbial contamination in…
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Quality control solutions that fuel confident decisions
As the partner of choice for managing microbial quality control, Charles River’s products and services facilitate confident and objective decision-making, ensuring the integrity of your microbial data, reducing risk, building efficiency and improving your bottom line, while assisting in the journey to bring products to market.
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Expert View: Annex 1 updates: The impact of microbial ID strategy on cleanroom qualifications for pharma manufacturers
Dr Lucia Ceresa discusses the importance of accurate microbial IDs for cleanroom performance qualification and the risks of inaccuracies or failures.
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QA/QC & Analytical Techniques In-Depth Focus 2019 featuring Environmental Monitoring
This In-Depth Focus highlights why bio-fluorescent particle detection is an effective method for enumerating present microbes and discusses ICH Q10 knowledge management; presenting five tips for improving your company’s knowledge management.
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Application note: MiniCapt – Portable Mircobial Sampler
The MiniCapt Portable Microbial Sampler enables collection of biocontamination samples throughout cleanrooms and clean air facilities.
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On-demand webinar: Pyrogenic Risk in Pharma Process Webinar – from bioburden to pyrogens
Microbial risk in pharmaceutical process is not limited to living microorganisms and intact microbial cells.
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Data integrity for cleanroom monitoring
With a continual focus on data integrity and helping our customers meet regulations while generating actionable insights, Particle Measuring Systems provides a complete range of products and services.
