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Biosafety Cabinet Selection – New BSC Type

Do you know how to select an appropriate biosafety cabinet (BSC) Type and install it? A biosafety officer or qualified safety professional who has training and field experience that includes methods used to control biohazards and knowledge of the design, application, and testing of biosafety cabinets should approve purchases of biosafety cabinets (BSCs) after consultation..
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Zika virus; What is the Risk Assesment

Zika virus is a new and emerging pathogen that is impacting many people across the Americas. With the increased drive for an effective treatment, Zika virus research will be increasing in many laboratories. The biosafety risk assessment will be important to guide safe work practices when tackling this new agent.
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Ebola, one year later

One year ago the largest Ebola outbreak began in March of 2014 the public Health authorities of Guinea reported an outbreak of Ebola. Now, in April 2015, more than 25,000 suspected cases of Ebola have occurred. This outbreak, while centered in Western Africa, has touched the lives of many around the world. Unfortunately, case counts..
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