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The advent of next-generation sequencing techniques (NGS) has revolutionized the landscape of biology, allowing scientists to deepen their understanding of many diseases such as cancer. NGS workflows generally begin with a sample preparation step, whose success is crucial to ensure reliable sequencing results. An efficient and uniform homogenization is needed to obtain an adequate quantity […]

The ALARA precautionary principle (As Low As Reasonably Possible) is the golden rule of radiation protection in the field of Risk Analysis science. This rule is applied to the exposure of individuals to radioactivity; this exposure must be low to be protected against health risks. Prolonged exposure to high-level ionizing radiation, such as radon gas, […]

Microorganisms, like bacteria, fungi, archaea, algae, protozoa, and viruses, known as microbes, play a critical role in many different phenomena. They are involved in climate change, nutrient cycling, biodegradation and diseases. In biotechnology, microbes can be used in a wide range of fields, such as the pharmaceutical industry to produce drugs, the environmental sector to […]

With more than 300 publications referring to Precellys, this equipment is recognized in the scientific world as reference for optimal molecules’ extraction, in compliance with the increasingly used identification techniques. Numerous studies quote Precellys’ product range, demonstrating not only its efficiency for laboratory tasks but also its added-value for accurate researches. For example, the 7mL Lysing […]

Over the last years, biology techniques have considerably evolved, whether it be with mass spectrometry protein analysis or multiplex protein analysis and nucleic acids with qPCR, or sequencing… All those techniques have reached sensitivity levels never reached before. In parallel to increased sensitivity, cost per point has become lower for all laboratories, broadening the possibilities […]

Protein analysis is a crucial step in many research projects. The techniques linked to this field are evolving relatively fast and require high quality samples because the analysis’ sensitivity provided by modern equipment is constantly getting more precise. Therefore, extracting proteins in the best conditions and ensuring their original state preservation is essential. During the […]

After the full sequence of human genome has been established in the early 2000s, a lot of perspectives emerged regarding the use of genomics data for health improvement. For this purpose, the 100.000 Genomes Project was built up by NHS in the United Kingdom and aims to sequence about 70.000 patients presenting rare genetic diseases […]

The increased effort in energy-saving measures such as increased insulation and air-tightness could lead to an elevated average radon concentration in homes. This could result in an additional lung cancer risk for the residents, highlighting the need for a balanced approach between achieving improved environmental performance without increasing health risks to humans. Research teams are […]

The biggest challenge when working with fibrous, elastic and tough samples is efficient sample processing. The presence of elastic tissue, calcium phosphate (a rock-hard mineral) and other minerals can develop into a solid and tough matrix which can sometimes be difficult to homogenize. Moreover, heat generation inside the lysing kit tubes during the process results […]

Equipped with an aging fleet of contamination control instruments, EDF wanted to replace its old monitors with new equipment, more efficient and enabling an easier control, while being compatible with the majority of probes available on the market. In order to meet this demand, the group called upon Bertin’s expertise to develop a new comprehensive […]