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Microbiology Time – March 2024
In the third Microbiology Time of 2024, a study that exploits saliva to evaluate Long Covid in children, the research of a new standardized method for the oral microbiome samples collection, and another paper certifying the effectiveness of self-collection for cervical cancer analysis.
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Microbiology Time – February 2024
In the second Microbiology Time of 2024, we selected a paper proposing salivary micro-RNA as a liquid biopsy marker in oral cancer, a clinical trial evaluating different methods of offering HPV self-sampling kits, and a study investigating the benefits of probiotics in improving microbiota composition in post-menopausal women.
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Microbiology Time – January 2024
In the first edition of this year’s Microbiology Time, a paper on a new protocol to rapidly detect SARS-CoV-2 on surfaces, a systematic review on assessing oral swabs as an alternative to sputum for diagnosing pulmonary tuberculosis, and the first paper highlighting the unparalleled value of PhenoMATRIX PLUS in decreasing technologists’ time on negative plates.
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Microbiology Time – October 2023
Let’s dig together into three thrilling papers on tongue swabs and tuberculosis, self-collection for cervical screening in Italian women, and a study on the correlation between Covid-related olfactory deficit and zinc homeostasis.
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The Ultimate Guide to Forensic Sampling
The new Copan Guide to Forensic Sampling aims to help forensics professionals orient through the jungle of evidence collection methods, choose the appropriate one according to any situation, and ensure the success of their investigation.
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Microbiology Time – September 2023
Here’s the ninth issue of 2023’s Microbiology Time. The three selected studies evaluate self- versus healthcare professional performed- collection, carcinogenic HPV prevalence in Estonia, and the implementation of molecular screening for HPV in five African countries.
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Microbiology Time – August 2023
This month we start with a vaccination and screening program for influenza and COVID-19, followed by an exciting article on the benefits of Lab Automation. Finally, we end with a somewhat unusual paper: a study evaluating sampling methods to analyze the microbiome of cultural heritage objects. Enjoy the readings!
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Microbiology Time – July 2023
For this July Microbiology Time, we selected three papers from Italian research teams. The first two explored the link between microbiome and cancer, while the third assessed bacterial water contamination in a dental clinic setting. Discover the full studies!
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The new SMART-eNAT®
SMART-eNAT® combines eNAT® with a unique SMART cap delivery system, providing a safe and efficient nucleic acid collection and transport for prolonged periods. The new SMART post-collection high-performance yet intuitive cap avoids any spillage or unwanted contact, facilitating self-sampling at home.
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Microbiology Time – February 2023
It’s the second month of 2023, and it’s the second microbiology time of the year! In this edition, we selected studies covering self-collected vaginal samples for molecular assays, SARS-Cov-2 detection from rectal and nasal swabs, and buccal swabbing for BRCA testing. Enjoy your reading!
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Microbiology Time – January 2023
With the studies selected in the first edition of 2023’s Microbiology time, we explore three peculiar sides of our WISE approach: surface hygiene monitoring, HPV self-collection, and automated MALDI-TOF target preparation. Enjoy!
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Microbiology Time – December 2022
In this December’s Microbiology Time, here’s a little present for you: the top three studies of the month! We start with a study comparing the efficacy of different swab types to collect evidence on fabric, we continue with an investigation of a school MRSA outbreak in Switzerland, and we finish with a culturomics analysis of the endometrial microbiome.
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Microbiology Time – November 2022
Punctual as every month, it’s November Microbiology Time. Let’s dig together into three exciting studies on the costs and benefits of 4N6FLOQSwabs®, the microbiota of the healthy eye, and the evaluation of self-collection for anal cancer screening.
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How to collect and transport Monkeypox samples?
Since May 2022, the number of monkeypox cases are constantly rising. As a result, WHO declared monkeypox a public health emergency and released interim guidelines and information about the virus. Discover here which of Copan’s products are suitable for monkeypox sample collection.
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Microbiology Time – August 2022
Whether lying on a sunny beach, hiking on the top of a mountain, or still at work, enjoy our Microbiology Time top three studies! We start with a new SARS-CoV-2 assay and a tongue swab testing analysis for tuberculosis. Finally, “Is SARS-CoV-2 a Concern for Food Safety?” is the question the third paper tries to answer.
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Copan White Paper: Monkeypox, sample collection and diagnostic techniques
With the Copan White Papers, we aim to promote a better understanding of our products and help healthcare professionals to select the proper device according to their needs. Read here the first of the series, “Monkeypox: sample collection and diagnostic techniques.”
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Microbiology Time – April 2022
April is dense with scientific events: EUROGIN, ECCMID, World Of Microbiome… our Microbiology Time could not be missing! The main topic of this month is HPV, the subject of two of your selected studies. The third one investigates SARS-CoV-2 presence on hospital surfaces.
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Microbiology Time – February 2022
It’s February, and it’s Microbiology Time! This month we selected an exciting paper on MDRO outbreaks during the Covid-19 pandemic and an interesting study evaluating the performance of different swab types and collection systems to recover CMV DNA from vaginal fluids and saliva. The third study selected is an exhaustive review of the advantages of full lab automation.
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Microbiology Time – December 2021
It’s December Microbiology Time… Take a look at our database! As always, we cherry-picked the top three papers of the month: two studies analyzing microbiome for forensic purposes and in cancer patients, and one on antimicrobial resistances in a Vietnamese Intensive Care Unit.
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This year’s flu season could be the worst in years, CDC and ECDC warn: be prepared!
According to the European and American Centers of Disease and Control, the upcoming flu season could be the most severe in years and could significantly burden healthcare systems already drained by the COVID-19 pandemic.
