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Negative health impacts caused by 'forever chemicals' linked to billions in economic losses

The negative health impacts from contamination by so called "forever chemicals" in drinking water costs the contiguous U.S. at least $8 billion a year in social costs, a University of Arizona-led study has found.

9 Dec 2025

Industrial and farm chemicals quietly alter the balance of gut microbes

This study systematically screened over 1,000 agricultural and industrial chemicals and found that many can inhibit human gut bacteria in vitro. Beyond antimicrobial effects, these chemicals act as selective pressures that can reshape microbial competition, tolerance mechanisms, and metabolic pathways.

8 Dec 2025

Maximizing bioprocess efficiency through real-time cell density monitoring

Discover how real-time cell density monitoring boosts yield, lowers media costs, and improves viability in bioprocessing.

From Hamilton AG 5 Dec 2025

Higher PFAS levels reduce blood sugar improvements after teen bariatric surgery

A new USC study shows teens with higher blood levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) measured before bariatric surgery had smaller improvements in blood sugar over five years, including fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), which measures average blood sugar levels over the past 60-90 days.

4 Dec 2025

Sweat testing could transform drug monitoring and diabetes care

Innovative sweat sampling techniques could revolutionize diagnostics, offering insights into glucose levels and environmental toxins with minimal discomfort.

4 Dec 2025

Settling the creatine safety debate

Research confirms creatine's safety, highlighting misinformation and low-quality supplements as primary concerns over cancer and kidney health risks.

3 Dec 2025

New rapid PCR method detects Salmonella in food within hours

Researchers develop a molecular testing-based fast-throughput method for the rapid and early detection of Salmonella contamination in various food products.

3 Dec 2025

Modular cleanrooms: Enhancing flexibility and compliance in controlled environments

Discover how modular cleanrooms offer scalable, compliant solutions for evolving industries. Expert insights from Monmouth Scientific’s Lewis Irish.

From Monmouth Scientific 26 Nov 2025

Primerdesign launches exsig Mag RapidBead Pro Extraction kit for DNA and RNA

Primerdesign (part of the Novacyt Group), a company focused on the design, manufacture, validation and supply of real-time PCR kits and reagents, today announced the launch of its exsig® Mag RapidBead Pro Extraction kit.

19 Nov 2025

New review reveals which baby foods carry the highest heavy metal risks

This scoping review found that more than 60 percent of infant formulas and baby foods worldwide contain detectable levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic, with mercury present in more than 30 percent of products. The highest concentrations and regulatory exceedances occurred in baby foods containing fish, rice, and cereals, underscoring persistent global safety gaps.

17 Nov 2025

Arsenic reduction in drinking water associated with lower risk of death from chronic illnesses

A new 20-year study of nearly 11,000 adults in Bangladesh found that lowering arsenic levels in drinking water was associated with up to a 50 percent lower risk of death from heart disease, cancer and other chronic illnesses, compared with continued exposure.

17 Nov 2025

Tiny antibiotic traces found to greatly accelerate resistance spread

Antibiotic resistance is widely recognized as one of the most urgent public health challenges of the twenty first century.

13 Nov 2025

Hard water drives a surge in microplastic shedding from polyester, study finds

Researchers found that hand-washing in mineral-rich water dramatically increases microplastic fibre shedding from polyester fabrics, fragmenting fibres into shorter pieces. A two-layer PDMS coating sharply reduced shedding from green polyester but was far less effective on black polyester due to pre-existing surface finishes.

12 Nov 2025

Gluten-free guide lifts diet quality for children but lasting change needs support

A new pilot RCT in children with celiac disease found that a single counselling session using a Gluten-Free Food Guide (GFFG) temporarily improved diet quality, variety, and milk intake but the benefits faded within six months. Ongoing support may be essential for lasting dietary change.

6 Nov 2025

New studies shine light on oral immunotherapy and oral food challenges in allergic children

Two new studies being presented at the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting in Orlando shine a spotlight on oral immunotherapy and oral food challenges (OFCs) in children, showing that both procedures are safe for young patients and can be life-changing for families navigating food allergies.

6 Nov 2025

Tropical cyclone exposure associated with higher risk of death from various causes

Beyond direct injuries, exposure to tropical cyclones is associated with higher risks of death across a range of causes including kidney, heart and lung diseases, neuropsychiatric conditions, and diabetes, finds a study published in The BMJ's climate issue today.

6 Nov 2025

Redefining control and consistency in anaerobic microbiome workflows

Explore how smart automation enables precise, reproducible workflows in anaerobic microbiome research, improving accuracy and experimental control.

From Molecular Devices UK Ltd 5 Nov 2025

Common cholesterol drugs found to speed up PFAS removal from the body

Certain medicines can cause the environmental toxin PFAS to be eliminated from the body faster, according to a study at the University of Gothenburg.

4 Nov 2025

Protecting Rare Plants with a Monmouth Scientific Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinet

Monmouth Scientific's Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinet is vital for maintaining sterile conditions, boosting success in propagating endangered plant species.

From Monmouth Scientific 4 Nov 2025

Even low PFAS in drinking water raise blood levels, California study shows

Researchers in Southern California found that even low levels of PFAS (“forever chemicals”) in public drinking water lead to measurable increases in blood PFAS concentrations. The study underscores the urgent need for stronger water-quality monitoring and stricter PFAS regulations across non-industrial regions.

2 Nov 2025

Contamination News and Research

Negative health impacts caused by 'forever chemicals' linked to billions in economic losses

Industrial and farm chemicals quietly alter the balance of gut microbes

Maximizing bioprocess efficiency through real-time cell density monitoring

Higher PFAS levels reduce blood sugar improvements after teen bariatric surgery

Sweat testing could transform drug monitoring and diabetes care

Settling the creatine safety debate

New rapid PCR method detects Salmonella in food within hours

Modular cleanrooms: Enhancing flexibility and compliance in controlled environments

Primerdesign launches exsig Mag RapidBead Pro Extraction kit for DNA and RNA

New review reveals which baby foods carry the highest heavy metal risks

Arsenic reduction in drinking water associated with lower risk of death from chronic illnesses

Tiny antibiotic traces found to greatly accelerate resistance spread

Hard water drives a surge in microplastic shedding from polyester, study finds

Gluten-free guide lifts diet quality for children but lasting change needs support

New studies shine light on oral immunotherapy and oral food challenges in allergic children

Tropical cyclone exposure associated with higher risk of death from various causes

Redefining control and consistency in anaerobic microbiome workflows

Common cholesterol drugs found to speed up PFAS removal from the body

Protecting Rare Plants with a Monmouth Scientific Class 2 Biological Safety Cabinet

Even low PFAS in drinking water raise blood levels, California study shows

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

How microplastics and bacteria interact to drive antibiotic resistance

Single-cell proteomics: Revealing proteome diversity from cellular heterogeneity to non-canonical biology

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