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Methods for Growth Success: Yeasts and Molds
When growing microorganisms, several conditions must be considered to ensure successful results including correct temperatures and pH, adequate moisture and sufficient nutrients (carbon and nitrogen). Even experienced microbiologists can run into growth issues with...
Maintaining Stock Cultures In-House: Are You Really Saving in the End?
Economical solutions have become a growing interest to many people both personally and professionally. Individuals are looking to save money, both at home and at the office. Industries and companies worldwide are seeking innovative and convenient methods for cutting...
Environmental Isolate Case Files: Acinetobacter baumannii
Acinetobacter baumannii is one of the top causes of hospital-acquired infections. Most at risk for illness are the elderly and the chronically ill. Like an unwelcome guest, A. baumannii is difficult to remove once it moves into a health care setting. It has been...
Happy Holidays From Microbiologics
Wow, what an incredibly exciting year it has been for Microbiologics! As we reflect on 2015, we are overwhelmed with gratitude and joy for all of the great accomplishments this year brought. These were a few of our favorite moments: Launching our new Business...
Ask Tech Support: What Bacterium Grows In Cold Temperatures?
Question: What bacterium grows in cold temperatures? Answer: Try Arthrobacter psychrolactophilus ATCC® 700733™*, Microbiologics catalog # 0260. This species, a psychotroph, grows at a chilly 5° C. According to Modern Food Microbiology by Jay et al., a psychrotroph is...
Microorganisms Spreading Holiday Cheer
This holiday season, as you open a bottle of your favorite wine to share with family and friends, consider making a toast to Saccharomyces cerevisiae (also known as "brewer’s yeast") which is a species of yeast that is commonly used for making wine and beer. Yeast is...
Methods for Growth Success: Aerobic Microorganisms
When growing microorganisms, several conditions must be considered to ensure successful results including correct temperatures and pH, adequate moisture and sufficient nutrients (carbon and nitrogen). Even experienced microbiologists can run into growth issues with...
50 Awesome Holiday Gift Ideas for Microbiologists
Are you searching for the perfect holiday gift for the microbiologist in your life? We have some ideas! Use the list below to shop for your co-workers, friends and family (you may even find something for yourself). From kitschy to chic, our list below of microbiology...
It’s Turkey Time
Roasting a turkey this holiday season? Don’t fowl it up! The responsibility of preparing a delicious and SAFE holiday meal for your family and friends can be overwhelming, whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first-timer. Roasting a turkey can be especially...
Watch List: Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria
Written By: Robert C. Jerris, Ph.D. D (ABMM) Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA A simple tubing trip down a rushing river; an encounter with a rock resulting in a small abrasion on the knee; a life threatening cellulitis...
