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Test Method ISO 22196 Explained
Our BioLabTests team often get enquiries about the testing standards we employ to carry out efficacy microbiological testing against bacteria and fungi. This is why we decided to introduce [...]
Investigating Hygiene Hotspots: How Germs Spread From Bathrooms
Contamination Investigation: Toilet Door Handles, Keyboards and Computer Mice Avoiding the spread of microbes becomes ever more crucial during outbreaks of infectious diseases, such as the Covid-19 pandemic. Our [...]
Egg-cellent Enzymes: Science in Chocolate Eggs
With Easter just around the corner, we are taking a look at one of our favourite Easter treats: Easter eggs. As an ancient symbol of new life and rebirth, [...]
Extremophiles: Microorganisms in Extreme Conditions
With changing climates and extreme weather conditions, such as Storm Ciara and the Australian wildfires, it is good to know about how micro organisms in these environments can adapt and [...]
Let’s Have No “Fowl” Play This Year – Food Poisoning From Turkey
Leave food poisoning from turkey at the door this Christmas!With the Christmas countdown firmly on, we are taking a look at the nation's favourite ingredient for Christmas dinner: the turkey [...]
Norovirus challenged by Non-Thermal Plasma
With wintertime firmly in sight, we are taking a look at the cause of the so called “winter vomiting bug”: Norovirus. Norovirus is a stomach bug and its symptoms include [...]
Bioremediation to tackle plastic pollution
Celebrated annually on 10th November, the UNESCO World Science Day for Peace and Development aims at linking science more closely with society and underlines the importance and relevance of science [...]
The role of bacteria in cancer therapy – bacteria mediated tumor therapy
Despite the advances in treatment and detection, cancer has remained a major health problem and one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Cancer Research UK suggests that 2018 has [...]
What’s Chillin’ – Pathogens & Diseases Hidden in Ice
Ice cubes, a nice addition to a range of drinks. Coffee shops, bars and restaurants, it’s pretty hard to miss them. Apart from the disappointment of returning only a few [...]