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Evolution is a slow-moving, unyielding force that acts upon all life forms, leaving fossils and hidden traces in DNA as evidence. The power behind the theory of evolution has never been so vividly illustrated as in Harvard Medical School’s widely…
For many years, the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method accounted for most susceptibility tests. Using the Kirby-Bauer method, a zone of inhibition (where bacteria did not grow) could be identified and…
In this Emery Pharma microbiology video, our scientist provides an overview of our advanced biofilm testing services, with a particular focus on the Minimum Biofilm Eradication Concentration (MBEC) assayThis brief introduction outlines how Emery Pharma supports the development and evaluation…
Fungal spores are commonplace in households and many work environments. In small quantities to healthy people, there are no adverse effects. In large quantities or in immunocompromised individuals, it can cause serious complications. According to the Centers for Disease Control…
Yeast is used to make bread rise and ferments sugar to make wine or beer. The most commonly studied yeast is Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which has historically been used for baking, winemaking, and brewing. S. cerevisiae is also a model organism…
Figure 1. Several of the toxins used in prior Emery Pharma projects. From left to right: α-hemolysin toxin from Staphylococcus aureus, enterotoxin type B from Staphylococcus aureus, and streptolysin O from Streptococcus pyogenes. Toxins are naturally occurring poisonous substances produced…
In this Emery Pharma microbiology video we discuss testing the effectiveness of antimicrobials and preservatives in a wide range of products. While preservatives are commonly known for their use in foods and beverages, they’re also found in cosmetics, lotions, medications,…
Figure 1. Biofilm growth on rocks in a stream (USGS) and within a kitchen pipe (MSU Center for Biofilm Engineering). Biofilms are complex communities of microorganisms that adhere to surfaces and are encased in a protective extracellular matrix. They can…
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