Summary:  An optimized molecular-based workflow for detecting Cryptosporidium oocysts across complex agricultural matrices is described. The system integrates ddPCR with improved sample preparation and DNA recovery. Source links:  Journal of Food Protection Food & Beverage Study Optimizes a Cryptosporidium Detection System Why …

Summary: Study shows that combining MALDI-TOF MS with machine learning (XGBoost) can accurately identify Salmonella serotypes. This combined approach might soon provide diagnostic labs with a rapid and cost-effective approach to resolving Salmonella serotypes. Source links:  Journal of Clinical Microbiology Food & Beverage Faster Salmonella …

Summary: A multicenter study systematically compared six ISO 11731:2017 standardized culture techniques for detecting Legionella in 276 hospital hot-water samples.  Detection rates varied significantly depending on the method used. Source links: Applied and Environmental Microbiology Water What’s the Best Way to Detect …

Together with IEH, Brooks Applied Labs conducted a study evaluating the authenticity of commercial vanilla products using bulk carbon isotope analysis (EA-IRMS) and (GC-C-IRMS)...

Summary:  A rationally defined, 7-member microbial consortium assembled from isolated yeast and bacterial strains found during spontaneous cocoa fermentation was found to faithfully reproduce the chemical, sensory, and microbiological attributes of traditional fine-flavor chocolate.  Source links:  Nature Microbiology Food & …

In a recent issue of Food Protection Trends, published by the International Association for Food Protection, IEH co-founder and Head of R&D Dr. Mansour Samadpour is featured for his continued...

The study analyzed popular protein products for heavy metals, reinforcing the importance of ultra-sensitive detection methods and transparent data practices...

Summary: Four-year follow-up data from a randomized, placebo-controlled trial shows that fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) in adolescents with obesity improves metabolic health and body composition despite no significant changes in BMI. Source links: Nature Communications Microbiome Fecal Microbiota Transplantation May …

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group welcomes Evergreen Sciences, Inc. to our family of companies. Evergreen Sciences develops molecular and immunological test systems for food and water analysis, offering:...

IEH Laboratories & Consulting Group welcomes Dr. Peter Evans as Vice President of Technical Services. Dr. Peter Evans brings over 20 years of experience in food safety through his work at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)...