Microbiologics

We couldn’t be more proud of our CEO, Kristen Knox, for taking the stage at the Women of Influence Summit yesterday! Kristen shared her insights on building confidence as a woman in business and the vital role of mentorship in cultivating a culture of empowerment.

Her leadership inspires us every day, and her words remind us how important it is to uplift and support each other as we grow into our full potential.

As avian flu continues to raise concerns around the world, we are expanding our custom assay services to include H5N1 and H7N9. If you are developing vaccines, therapies, or assays for Avian flu or other infectious agents, check out our assay development services and contact us to set up a consultation today.
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Check out our very own Mark Ellingson, VP of Global Sales at Microbiologics, as he speaks with Medical Laboratory Observer at this year’s ADLM Clinical Lab Expo in Chicago!

In this exclusive interview, Mark dives into the ways Microbiologics is advancing with the ever-evolving molecular diagnostic technologies, supporting the critical needs in respiratory and STI testing, and playing a pivotal role in anti-infective drug development and research. Watch the full interview to learn how Microbiologics continues to drive innovation in clinical diagnostics and quality controls. https://vimeo.com/996244603

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Developing vaccines, therapies, or assays for Dengue? We are excited to announce the addition of Dengue 1-4 to our diverse portfolio of viral stocks.
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Tired of maintaining difficult environmental isolate strains for microbiological challenge testing? We’ve got the solution! When it comes to fastidious organisms like 𝘙𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘢 𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘪, Microbiologics brings unmatched experience in developing, quantitating and producing test-ready microbial controls. Some strains are frustrating. Your QC testing doesn’t have to be. https://bit.ly/3x6BzZ9

We had an incredible day hosting a blood drive at our headquarters with the amazing team from the American Red Cross! It was heartwarming to see so many of our team members and their families rolling up their sleeves to donate.

At Microbiologics, our value "We Care" isn't just words—it's how we live and work every day. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event a huge success. We're so proud to be part of a community that truly cares.

Donating blood helps to make the world a safer, healthier place for everyone. To learn how you can donate, find a drive near you! https://rcblood.org/2EgZLwu

Hello from the Windy City! We're excited to be in Chicago this week for the Association of Diagnostic Laboratory Medicine Clinical Lab Expo! Visit us at booth #3968 to explore our extensive portfolio of test-ready microbial and molecular diagnostic QC products, as well as our comprehensive range of standard and custom assay services for anti-infective drug research and development. We'd love to learn more about your laboratory's recent successes, challenges and upcoming projects.

Microbiologics will be attending Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine Clinical Lab Expo July 28 – August 1 in Chicago, IL. Stop by booth #3968 to learn about our extensive portfolio of test-ready microbial QC products and anti-infective contract research services. Want a hands-on demonstration of our QC products and/or a personalized consultation? Preschedule a timeslot for a meeting with our experts. https://bit.ly/3LxqFSb

July is National Ice Cream Month, and we couldn't let it pass without a sweet celebration! Our team enjoyed delicious ice cream treats as part of this month's birthday celebrations across locations. A big thank you to everyone who makes our company a great place to work! And shoutout to Jupiter Moon Ice Cream for coming onsite in St. Cloud to serve their handcrafted ice cream and spread some joy.

In the USA, over the last three decades, the increase in antepartum and intrapartum screening has reduced the occurrence of Group B Strep (GBS) disease in newborns by 80%, according to the CDC. Group B Strep Awareness Month highlights the importance of timely diagnostics and treatment to prevent transmission to neonates during delivery. Learn more about the diagnostic and treatment challenges of GBS at the Microbiologics blog.
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We’re so happy to be connecting with industry leaders, colleagues and partners at the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP) Annual Meeting in Long Beach this week! If you’re here as well, be sure to visit us at booth # 524 to learn why we’re the industry’s trusted source for test-ready microbial quality controls.

The FDA recently published an update to the Bacteriological Analytical Manual (BAM) Chapter 5 for 𝘚𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢. The update added a 𝘚𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 screening section (Section D) to include generic LAMP and qPCR protocols, which references Microbiologics UV-BioTAG™ control strains as Suggested Quality Control Cultures.

UV-BioTAG is our line of Green Fluorescent Protein (GFP) marked microbial control strains which visibly fluoresce under ultraviolet (UV) light, making them easily distinguishable from naturally occurring microflora. Compatible with traditional and rapid detection methods, our UV-BioTAG controls provide a quick, easy and reliable solution for routine QC testing. In addition to the BAM suggested 𝘚𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘢 QC strains, we offer UV-BioTAG for QC testing of Shiga Toxin-Producing 𝘌𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘢 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘪 (STEC), 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 and more.

Heading to the International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting in Long Beach next week? Stop by booth #524 to learn more about UV-BioTAG or visit our website: https://bit.ly/3zxNlMI

The CDC and other organizations recognize July as Group B Strep Awareness Month. Though usually asymptomatic for most adults, GBS is a leading cause of life-threatening illness in newborns, including sepsis, meningitis, and pneumonia. Intrapartum screening plays a critical role in preventing transmission to neonates during delivery. Learn GBS testing best practices at the Microbiologics blog.
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Due to its unique abilities to survive adverse conditions, Burkholderia cepacia complex (Bcc) brings unique challenges for safeguarding aqueous medicines and personal care products.

Thanks to its user-friendly design, EZ-AccuShot™ Bcc Select brings unmatched simplicity to your Growth Promotion Testing with all Bcc compendial strains for USP in one convenient kit.
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We are proud to announce that Microbiologics has been named a 2024 Star Tribune Top 200 Workplace in Minnesota!

This prestigious recognition highlights the most progressive companies in Minnesota, based on employee opinions regarding engagement, organizational health, and satisfaction.

A huge thank you to our dedicated team whose commitment and passion make Microbiologics a truly exceptional place to work. We are proud to foster an environment where our team members can thrive and feel valued.

We celebrated today with a team picnic filled with fun, food, and great company. Congratulations to everyone at Microbiologics for this incredible achievement!

We had a wonderful week hosting a group of our distribution partners for a hands-on technical training at our world headquarters.

Held at the state-of-the-art ISELF building at St. Cloud State University , the event was a blend of classroom learning and hands-on laboratory training. The group was full of energy and engagement, making for an especially fun and productive event.

We appreciate your commitment to our partnership. Together, we are empowering life sciences to advance a safer, healthier world!

Developing flu vaccines for the 2024-2025 respiratory season? Microbiologics has the WHO-recommended flu strains for egg-based and cell-based vaccines.

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Attending ASM Microbe 2024? You might recognize Microbiologics for our user-friendly infectious disease controls. But did you know we provide CRO services for anti-infective drug development and much more? Stop by booth 1600 to learn why Microbiologics is a trusted CRO partner, from discovery all the way through the regulatory submission and review process.

As a globally trusted CRO partner, Microbiologics helps drug developers bring new antimicrobial agents to market. Our contract testing and technical guidance have helped secure FDA approval of multiple classes of antibiotics. From discovery all the way through the regulatory submission and review process, our approachable experts bring the experience to streamline your product development. Our testing services range from standardized to highly specialized areas of research, including cell-based assays for some of the world’s most challenging infections, such as 𝘔𝘺𝘤𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘶𝘮 𝘵𝘶𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘴, resistant Enterobacterales, and 𝘕𝘦𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘳𝘩𝘰𝘦𝘢𝘦. Stop by booth #1600 at ASM Microbe to learn more.

Who doesn’t love a delicious dip, especially when it’s for a great cause? Our team members recently put their favorite recipes to the ultimate test in a “Dip Off” competition, battling for the top spot! Our official taste testers donated generously, with all proceeds benefiting the San Diego Pride, Lexington Pride Center, and The Trevor Project. We can't imagine a better way to spend a workday lunch break!

Heading to ASM Microbe 2024 in Atlanta? Stop by booth #1600 to learn why Microbiologics is a globally trusted leader in infectious disease controls and contract research services.

Last week was a whirlwind of development and inspiration for Microbiologics!

We were happy to attend the Granite Days 2024 event, where this year’s theme, Digital Innovations, highlighted cutting-edge digital tools. These innovations are set to bring immense value to our workstreams across the organization.

In addition, we celebrated the culmination of our year-long Leaders Developing Leaders program with a Capstone event. Led by our executive leadership team, this program covered essential topics such as courageous conversations, emotional intelligence, and navigating change in the workplace.

We also hosted a summit for Microbiologics’ scientific leaders from across all our locations to collaborate, share knowledge, and strategize together. We were honored to have Tracy Hodel, Public Services Director at the City of St. Cloud, as a keynote speaker. Tracy shared insights about the innovative biofuel recovery program the St. Cloud Water Treatment Facility utilizes to convert organic wastes to renewable energy with the help of anaerobic microbial digesters.

These events have inspired and equipped us with new strategies and ideas to continue driving our mission forward.

Last week was a whirlwind of development and inspiration for Microbiologics!

We were happy to attend the Granite Days 2024 event, where this year's theme, Digital Innovations, highlighted cutting-edge digital tools. These innovations are set to bring immense value to our workstreams across the organization.

In addition, we celebrated the culmination of our year-long Leaders Developing Leaders program with a Capstone event. Led by our executive leadership team, this program covered essential topics such as courageous conversations, emotional intelligence, and navigating change in the workplace.

We also hosted a summit for Microbiologics’ scientific leaders from across all our locations to collaborate, share knowledge, and strategize together. We were honored to have Tracy Hodel, Public Services Director at the City of St. Cloud, as a keynote speaker. Tracy shared insights about the innovative biofuel recovery program the St. Cloud Water Treatment Facility utilizes to convert organic wastes to renewable energy with the help of anaerobic microbial digesters.

These events have inspired and equipped us with new strategies and ideas to continue driving our mission forward.

A huge thank you to our partners at Tecno Diagnostica in Costa Rica for hosting an incredible technical training last week! We had a fantastic time sharing knowledge and getting hands-on with our pharmaceutical and medical device microbiology QC products. Your hospitality and enthusiasm made it an unforgettable experience. Looking forward to more collaborations and success together!

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our partners who attended the Asia Pacific Distributor Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last week! The theme of the event, “It Starts With Us,” truly resonated as we gathered to discuss strategies, explore opportunities, and strengthen our invaluable partnerships.

Your presence and participation made this event a resounding success. Thank you for your commitment and dedication. Together, we are making strides towards a safer, healthier world.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our partners who attended the Asia Pacific Distributor Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last week! The theme of the event, "It Starts With Us," truly resonated as we gathered to discuss strategies, explore opportunities, and strengthen our invaluable partnerships.

Your presence and participation made this event a resounding success. Thank you for your commitment and dedication. Together, we are making strides towards a safer, healthier world.

We are excited to welcome Steven Henderson to the Microbiologics team!

Steven joins us as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Services, bringing over 25 years of experience in the medical device, life science, and biotechnology industries. His impressive background includes leadership roles at Invetech and Thermo Fisher Scientific, with expertise in business development, program management, and quality compliance. With a BS in Chemical Engineering from UC Riverside and an MBA in Biotechnology Business Strategy, Steven's knowledge and leadership will be invaluable as we continue empowering life sciences to advance a safer, healthier world.

Welcome, Steven! We’re happy to have you on board as we pursue our mission together.