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Why is there no standard MALDI-TOF MS procedure for bacterial identification?
Here, EPR summarises a review outlining how different sample preparation protocols, culture media and conditions affect MALDI-TOF MS identification of bacteria.
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Environmental Monitoring
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Do we need gloves? Cleanroom dressing processes may not, finds study
Research indicates, with robust handwashing protocols, there is no difference in cleanroom garment bacterial contamination with or without gloves in the dressing process.
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Is your microbial air sampler fit for purpose?
Here, EPR summarises Tim Eaton’s explanation of the importance of assessing biological collection efficiency when selecting an air sampler.
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On-demand webinar: Spores in my cleanroom
This webinar considers the problems bacterial and fungal spores present for contamination control and remediation and disinfection strategies.
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New FDA draft guidance on microbiological quality of NSDs
The draft guidance discusses product development considerations, risk assessments and cGMPs relevant to microbiological control in non-sterile drug (NSD) manufacturing.
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Biological safety cabinet safest place for parenteral product compounding, says study
Researchers recommend the biological safety cabinet be used whenever possible to compound parenteral products in a clinical setting.
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Whitepaper: Best practices in environmental monitoring
This whitepaper outlines the important components of an environmental monitoring programme, providing practical advice and best practice guidance.
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Data integrity is a key concern with microbial methods, says expert
Dr Tim Sandle explains that, whether rapid or conventional, documented on paper or computer, microbial methods must have data integrity.
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Video: Fast BET assay Setup – See it in Action
See how QC analysts can easily set up fully compliant 21-sample BET assays in 9 minutes with less than 30 pipetting steps.
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Video: Automation of endotoxin assays
Want easy automation of BET assays and high throughput? Watch the video to see fast BET assay setup with centripetal microfluidic automation.
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Application note: TOC Reference Materials – Make vs. Buy?
Explore the cost comparisons, risk reduction, and increased support that arise when using Sievers Certified Reference TOC Standards.
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Application note: USP <643> TOC limit changes
This application note addresses the TOC limit changes in USP for packaged water. The new limits account for varying container volumes.
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QA/QC & Environmental Monitoring In-Depth Focus 2021
In this in-depth focus, learn how to overcome interfering factors when using LAL for endotoxin testing and discover how the implementation of a new scrubs system benefited an aseptic production facility.
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Scrubbing up the environment
Here, colleagues from University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) share the beneficial impact of reduced cleanroom environmental contamination following an upgrade to their facilities and procedures.
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European Pharmaceutical Review Issue 4 2021
In our latest issue, features explore the use of nano formulations to improve skin and nail drug delivery, how to take cell and gene therapies from concept to commercialisation and what strategies you can use to overcome interfering factors in LAL bacterial endotoxin testing. Also in this journal, find out…
