Scientists from Cardiff in Wales have developed a device which can identify bacteria that causes food poisoning – using the chemical that lights up fireflies. The scientists at Cardiff University, in Wales, have called their invention the ‘Bioluminescent Assay in Real-Time’ (BART) system. According to the scientists, the system allows users to test rapidly and simply for food poisoning bacteria. The BART system detects specific DNA sequences by producing a light signal, using a version of the... ...Read more »

AsureQuality’s Melbourne based food laboratory operations have entered into a strategic partnership with Dairy Technical Services Limited (DTS), creating the single largest independent food testing laboratory in Australia. DTS Food Laboratories Chief Executive Graeme Richardson and AsureQuality Chief Executive Tony Egan announced the deal together last week, highlighting that the partnership was built on sound business acumen. “The consolidation is a great outcome, it strengthens our... ...Read more »