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Some food contamination starts in the soil

Scienmag

Credit: Matt Limmer When most people hear “food contamination,” they think of bacteria present on unwashed fruits or vegetables, or undercooked meat. However, there are other ways for harmful contaminants to be present in food products.

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SnoreStop NasoSpray is Voluntarily Recalled by Green Pharmaceuticals Due to Microbial Contamination

XTalks

FL OZ (9 mL) nasal spray bottles to be contaminated with the bacteria, Providencia rettgeri. Previous and emerging research on this bacterium has associated it with intrinsic multi-drug resistance and nosocomial infections (also referred to as hospital-acquired infections). California-based Green Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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Scientists engineer safe, virus-resistant E coli for research

Drug Discovery World

In a step forward for genetic engineering and synthetic biology, US researchers have modified E coli bacteria to be immune to infection by all natural viruses tested so far. The team used two safeguard methods to prevent the bacteria and their modified genes from escaping into the wild.

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New Rapid Salmonella Test Could Accelerate Poultry Safety

XTalks

Researchers at McMaster University in Canada have developed a rapid Salmonella test for detecting contamination in chicken and other foods, which could help to reduce the cost of food processing and improve food safety. In the US alone, the bacteria is estimated to cause around 1.35

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Bacterial film separates water from oil

Scienmag

Researchers have demonstrated that a slimy, yet tough, type of biofilm that certain bacteria make for protection and to help them move around can also be used to separate water and oil. The material may be useful for applications such as cleaning contaminated waters.

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New Rapid Salmonella Test + Leading Food Companies’ Long-Term Sustainability Goals – Xtalks Life Food Podcast Ep. 107

XTalks

Researchers at McMaster University in Canada have developed a rapid Salmonella test for detecting contamination in chicken and other foods, which could help to reduce the cost of food processing and improve food safety. Traditionally, Salmonella detection was done through a series of tests that could take several days to complete.

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Guide to using AAV vectors in gene therapy

Drug Discovery World

AAV is optimal for gene therapy due to its efficiency and safety in humans; however, AAV processes can present obstacles for researchers. These include automated solutions, proprietary genomics protocols, specialists to advise on global cGMP repository and logistics, plus experts to guide researchers through advanced therapy development.