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Genetic sequencing and water sampling ‘key to locating source of Legionnaires’ outbreaks’
Routine sampling of water supplies and genomic sequencing of Legionella bacteria could play a key role in identifying the source of Legionnaires’ disease outbreaks, research suggests.
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How advanced optical tweezers revolutionized cell manipulation
Optical tweezers can now be used as a ‘human slender finger’, holding onto microstructures with a non-contact force while they are examined.
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Microbiology professor appointed as first female Vice-Chancellor at University of Lagos
Professor Folasade Ogunsola has been appointed as the 13th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, the first woman to hold the post in the university’s 60-year history.
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Putting beer in the hands of CRISPR
Belgian scientists have identified and engineered a gene that is mostly responsible for the flavour of beer and other alcoholic drinks in efforts to improve the flavour of contemporary beer.
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New UK microbiology lab opens to promote sustainable development
Solvay has launched a new microbiology laboratory which seeks to fast-track problematic microbial analysis to determine their roles in biofouling and corrosion.
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Searching for green chemistry in culture collections
As society seeks to cut pollution and tackle climate change by phasing out fossil fuels, the issue of sustainable chemical production becomes ever more important.
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Innovation in Africa: Aqua Methods Uganda
AMI member Timothy Kayondo was awarded £15,000 as part of the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, awarded by the Royal Academy of Engineering