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HPR-40 MIMS System Assists in Denitrification Studies
Denitrification is the process carried out by bacteria that converts nitrites and nitrates to nitrogen, nitric oxide and nitrous oxide gases. Two of these gases have been linked with ozone layer depletion and global warming. Denitrification is an anaerobic process and occurs in environments where oxygen levels are depleted, such as within soils and groundwater. The Hiden HPR-40 membrane inlet ...
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Contaminated Eye Drops and Effective Contamination Control
Once again, the specter of contaminated eye drops reaching patients has made headlines, according to the FDA, federal investigators found harmful bacteria and “insanitary conditions” at a factory where several eye drop products are made. The agency said it advised the manufacturer to recall the products. This is not the first outbreak of contaminated eyedrops, earlier this year ...
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EPA proposes updating drinking water rule to better protect public health (HQ)
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to revise a national primary drinking water regulation to achieve greater public health protection against waterborne pathogens in the distribution systems of public water systems. Waterborne pathogens can cause a variety of illnesses with symptoms such as acute abdominal discomfort or in more extreme cases, kidney failure, hepatitis or ...
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Microbiological Air Monitoring
In the realm of contamination control strategies (CCS), Microbiological Air Monitoring stands as a critical pillar. However, the complexity of identifying the most suitable solution for specific applications often poses a challenge. This blog post aims to demystify the intricacies surrounding Microbiological Air Monitoring, offering fundamental insights to guide your ...
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Particle Measuring Systems Releases Microbial Monitoring Instrument With Antibacterial Housing
The MiniCapt Mobile Microbial Air Sampler with a new antibacterial housing from Particle Measuring Systems (PMS) leverages the latest technologies in material science and antimicrobial design to help prevent the introduction of bacterial contamination created during monitoring activities. The robust antibacterial enclosure is easily disinfected and designed to eliminate sites for bacterial ...
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EPA agreement with Amtrak brings greater drinking water protections for riders
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has entered into an agreement with the National Railroad Passenger Corp. (Amtrak) to ensure safe and reliable drinking water for the railroad’s passengers and crews. To better protect the riding public from illnesses caused by microbiological contamination, the agreement requires Amtrak to monitor all the drinking water systems on its railcars and ...
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