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At a petroleum pipeline release in Bio-Traps® and CENSUS® qPCR for BTEX catabolic functional genes proved stimulation of BTEX biodegradation and provided evidence to support acceptance of an MNA management strategy at the site.

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In 1983, Barbara McClintock was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering “jumping genes”, and understanding that up to 40% of the human genome was made by these genes. She suggested epigenetics exists and their activity alters due to external factors.

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Meet the July Microbe of the Month: Deinococcus radiodurans

This microbe man can withstand doses of radiation 1500 times greater than what would kill a human. DNA repair is the key to his amazing power. You will never watch a horror movie in the dark when this guy is around.

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Wishing you and your family a blessed Independence Day!

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Please note our upcoming office closure on Tuesday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

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#independenceday #usa #microbiology

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Happy Juneteenth!!

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A team from Microbial Insights and the University of Tennessee visited East Palestine, OH. The team collected samples to understand the overall potential for microbial degradation. We are excited to be part of the information gained and hopefully the solution!

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NGS and QuantArray®-Chlor

The site managers asked: “Did injection of the electron donor stimulate reductive dechlorination and did it increase the potential for abiotic dechlorination through the generation of biogenic FeS? ”

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Caroline Herschel discovered 8 comets along with 14 new nebulas and added 561 new stars to the Flamsteeds Atlas. For her amazing work, she received a gold medal from the Royal Astronomical Society in 1838 and is believed to be the first woman paid for her scientific work.

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Meet the June Microbe of the Month: Lactobacillus

This sexy microbe man is key to the production of craft beer, especially sour beers. If you like that funky flavor and a little somethin' somethin' in your life, then this is the microbe man for you!

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Happy World Environment Day!

Since 1992, Microbial Insights has been a trusted partner with environmental consultants, site owners, regulators, and government agencies for their Environmental Remediation testing, analysis, and services. #worldenvironmentday #remediation

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On the occasion of Memorial Day, let us bow our heads in silence to remember and honor the sacrifices of hundreds of men and women who gave their lives for the country. We at MI are honored to live in a country where brave American soldiers have left a lasting legacy of freedom.

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Missed our April webinar?
Check out the recording: https://t.co/kKW5wbMTFt

Dr. Hyman provides an introductory overview to the key features of bacteria and other microorganisms that contribute to the biodegradation of important contaminants and can be harnessed for bioremediat

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Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin was a dreamer with a vivid imagination. She was the first woman to receive a PhD from Radcliffe College, be a professor at Harvard, & first person to discover the composition of stars. She found that hydrogen was more prevalent in the universe.

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Meet the Microbe of the Month: Geobacter
This successful microbe man reacts in super genius ways. He is famous for his ability to oxidize organic compounds and even radioactive metals into CO2! He's also a master engineer capable of creating networks of biofilms with nanowires!

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Celebrating MI!
Today some of our staff met at Main Event to bowl, play games and blow off some steam with laser tag. It was a wonderful afternoon to bond with colleagues and enjoy the family culture of MI. Well deserved fun for a hard working group!

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To have MNA management strategy, an additional line of evidence of BTEX biodegradation was needed. Bio-Traps® and CENSUS® qPCR for BTEX catabolic functional genes proved stimulation of BTEX biodegradation in impacted wells.

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Happy National DNA Day!

In 1998, Microbial Insights became one of the first commercial laboratories to offer DNA-based technologies including CENSUS®, a cost-effective approach to characterize microbial communities.
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Dorothy Hodgkin was nominated 8 times for physics and 24 times for chemistry over a 14-year period before she finally received the chemistry Nobel prize in 1964. She made numerous discoveries including understanding the structure of penicillin, insulin, and vitamin B12.

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Free case study: https://t.co/KJsZrDWNr3. In situ microcosms were used to evaluate MNA vs. enhanced anaerobic bioremediation via sulfate reduction at a petroleum-impacted site. Site managers asked: “Will the injection of sulfate stimulate anaerobic BTEX biodegradation?