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Study explores the association between gut microbiome dysbiosis and uveitis

Researchers provide an overview of existing research on the correlation between uveitis and gut dysbiosis.

7 Apr 2023

Raincoats, undies, school uniforms: Are your clothes dripping in ‘forever chemicals’?

There could be more than just fashion risks involved when buying a pair of leggings or a raincoat.

4 Apr 2023

Naturally occurring lithium in drinking water could be an environmental risk factor for autism

Pregnant women whose household tap water had higher levels of lithium had a moderately higher risk of their offspring being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, according to a new study led by a UCLA Health researcher.

3 Apr 2023

A novel species of dependoparvovirus has been identified in monk parakeets in Madrid

A novel dependoparvovirus identified from 28 healthy monk parakeets from urban regions of Spain.

30 Mar 2023

How can microbiota be used to make wine more health beneficial?

Researchers discussed the use of wine microbiota in enhancing the functional components of wine during production.

27 Mar 2023

Study provides insights on stability of SARS-CoV-2 in biological fluids of animals

In a recent study published in the Viruses journal, researchers assessed the stability of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) among biological fluids found in animals.

21 Mar 2023

Discovery of 16th century coronavirus in France

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases, researchers conducted paleoserological tests on dental pulp samples of skeletons excavated from the Abbey Saint-Pierre in the village of Baume-Les-Messieurs in France.

20 Mar 2023

Research highlights the importance of ventilation and air filtration to reduce pathogen transmission

Testing of ambient air can be used to monitor the community circulation of respiratory pathogens.

16 Mar 2023

PBD Biotech’s new lyophilized PCR reaction bead offers easy ambient shipping, extends global reach of active TB test

Tuberculosis testing and treatment needs to happen close to the point of infection. PBD Biotech has developed a lyophilized PCR reaction bead for its Actiphage® blood test for active TB.

16 Mar 2023

Researchers design a virus-resistant, more useful E. coli bacteria

In a step forward for genetic engineering and synthetic biology, researchers have modified a strain of Escherichia coli bacteria to be immune to natural viral infections while also minimizing the potential for the bacteria or their modified genes to escape into the wild.

15 Mar 2023

Low-cost smart textile sensor could help tackle the spread of tuberculosis in Asia and Africa

Scientists are developing a low-cost smart textile sensor for early detection of tuberculosis in people and cattle which they hope will help tackle the spread of the disease in Asia and Africa.

9 Mar 2023

Study summarizes two cases of Cronobacter illness in infants linked to powdered infant formula and breast pump equipment

The findings indicate that C. sakazakii bacteria are common in the environment, and protocols for safe and hygienic food preparation for infants are essential.

6 Mar 2023

Festo advances high-throughput automated pipetting with closed-loop control

Festo introduces the DHOP closed-loop pipette head for high-speed robotic pipetting applications requiring consistent volumes over a wide range of liquid viscosities. The DHOP pipette head provides the utmost in automation flexibility, speed, and feedback when devices handle many liquids.

From Festo Ltd. 2 Mar 2023

Contamination News and Research

Study explores the association between gut microbiome dysbiosis and uveitis

Raincoats, undies, school uniforms: Are your clothes dripping in ‘forever chemicals’?

Naturally occurring lithium in drinking water could be an environmental risk factor for autism

A novel species of dependoparvovirus has been identified in monk parakeets in Madrid

How can microbiota be used to make wine more health beneficial?

Study provides insights on stability of SARS-CoV-2 in biological fluids of animals

Discovery of 16th century coronavirus in France

Research highlights the importance of ventilation and air filtration to reduce pathogen transmission

PBD Biotech’s new lyophilized PCR reaction bead offers easy ambient shipping, extends global reach of active TB test

Researchers design a virus-resistant, more useful E. coli bacteria

Low-cost smart textile sensor could help tackle the spread of tuberculosis in Asia and Africa

Study summarizes two cases of Cronobacter illness in infants linked to powdered infant formula and breast pump equipment

Festo advances high-throughput automated pipetting with closed-loop control

Boost workflow efficiency and flexibility with the next generation of Resolvex® A200 positive pressure processors

Using sweat to diagnosis disease: soft microfluidic analysis systems assess health status

A new trial to assess if butyrate can prevent colon cancer

Study finds hospitalized obstetric patients with cardiovascular disease and COVID-19 are more symptomatic

New insights into the release of microplastics from breastmilk storage bags

Coherent introduces fully automated laser processing system for implantable medical devices

Highly effective detection of cancer biomarkers using CRISPR

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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