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Image: The G-MAB library contains more than 10 quadrillion (1016) distinct antibody sequences (Photo courtesy of Sorrento)

Sensitive, Reusable and Rapid Diagnostic Platform to Detect Multiple Pathogens

A new diagnostic platform is currently under development for rapid and sensitive detection of proteins and other biomolecules, with the aim of enhancing existing rapid testing diagnostic devices. More...
15 Jun 2023
Image: The eQUANT system has been submitted to FDA for 510(k) clearance (Photo courtesy of Avails Medical)

Modular, Cost-Efficient System Accelerates Traditional AST Turnaround Times by Up To One Day

A new system for the rapid detection and quantification of pathogens leverages digital biosensors that react to the small metabolic byproducts generated by microorganisms, allowing for growth detection and precise quantification. More...
13 Jun 2023
Image: Molecular Culture® technique enables drastically faster and more accurate bacterial diagnostics (Photo courtesy of inbiome)

PCR-Based Molecular Platform to Enable Drastically Faster Bacterial Infection Diagnosis

A new novel PCR-based molecular platform provides a significant advancement in diagnosing bacterial infections by offering an alternative to traditional culture methods and outperforming newer methods such as sequencing on the time and cost front, while also matching the scope of other PCR tests. More...
08 Jun 2023
Image: The rapid MTB strip test for tuberculosis can identify TB patients within two hours (Photo courtesy of Chulalongkorn University)

Rapid MTB Strip Test Detects Tuberculosis in Less Than an Hour without Special Tools

To combat the challenges of existing TB testing methods, a research team has created a highly sensitive strip test that can detect TB within two hours without the need for specialized lab personnel or equipment. More...
01 Jun 2023
Image: The T2Biothreat Panel runs on the T2Dx Instrument (Photo courtesy of T2 Biosystems)

Fully-Automated, Direct-From-Blood Test Rapidly Detects Multiple Biothreat Pathogens

A direct-from-blood test panel can identify biothreat pathogens within four hours, providing vital data to medical professionals for the effective treatment of infected patients. More...
31 May 2023
Image: BD Kiestra MRSA imaging application helps enhance microbiology laboratory efficiency and workflow (Photo courtesy of BD)

MRSA AI Diagnostics Software Helps Enhance Microbiology Lab Efficiency and Workflow

To address the new challenges faced by labs and facilitate efficient, timely, and cost-effective clinical bacteriological testing, a new solution now offers comprehensive lab automation for clinical microbiology laboratories. More...
29 May 2023
Image: New method reveals bacterial reaction to antibiotics within minutes (Photo courtesy of Freepik)

New Method to Reveal Bacterial Reaction to Antibiotics in Five Minutes Could Help Create Rapid Molecular Test

Existing approaches to determining antibiotic resistance can involve extensive periods, sometimes hours or even days. Now, a simple method has been developed that can detect bacterial response to antibiotics within just five minutes. More...
24 May 2023
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