Blog
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November 15, 2023
A recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed a concerning statistic: 90% of the global population finds themselves residing in environments where they are consistently exposed to heightened levels of air pollution. (1) This sobering reality has dire consequences, contributing to an annual death toll of 7 million people due to air pollution-related diseases.(1) The primary culprits in this health crisis are fine particulate matter, specifically particles measuring less than 10 micrometers (PM10) and 2.5 micrometers (PM2.5), which have the capability to infiltrate the human body, reaching as far as the brain, beyond their initial entry through the nose, leading to a myriad of health issues. Furthermore, these pollutants have an adverse impact on the environment.
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October 18, 2023
Exosomes are tiny extracellular vesicles enclosed by membranes, which are created in the endosomal compartment of most eukaryotic cells. They can be found in biological fluids such as blood, urine, and saliva, and are involved in multiple physiological and pathological processes.
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October 18, 2023
Sterlitech Polycarbonate Track Etch (PCTE) filters are known for offering the lowest non-specific binding of any filter membrane. Samples are captured on a flat, glass-like smooth surface with an even distribution of particles captured on a single plane, which makes microscopic and SEM examination of samples captured on the surface of the membrane easier.
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October 17, 2023
Microplastic pollution is rapidly becoming one of the biggest challenges the world is facing today. These tiny plastic particles, measuring up to 5mm in diameter, can be found in soils, freshwater, oceans, and even in the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat.
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September 14, 2023
Because they have similar outward appearance, it is easy to presume that the various microporous membrane filters and flat sheet membrane filters offered by Sterlitech have similar pore structures. Some consider symmetry to be the epitome of beauty, but with respect to filtration, it’s all relative. In reality, there is a rich variety of pore structure morphologies resulting from the techniques and materials used to manufacture the membranes.
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September 14, 2023
The United States Department of Energy (DOE) has announced plans to provide nearly $10 million in funding for seven pioneering initiatives to speed up the progress and evaluation of marine energy technologies.
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September 14, 2023
A team of international researchers have developed a new membrane that could improve sustainability in water management across various sectors. The newly developed thin-film composite nanoporous membrane, which is inspired in part by filter-feeding mussels, was developed for use in wastewater treatment systems.
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September 01, 2023
On March 21, 2022 Veolia North America (VNA) announced the merger of Suez SA to Veolia. As a result, we will follow the branding transition put in place by the manufacturer and will update Suez SA membranes branding and packaging to Veolia branding. This transition will not affect the product quality or the specifications, it will be only a branding transition. We will clearly mark the changes on our website and the product packaging to make sure there won’t be any confusion on our customer side. If you have any questions, please let us know.
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August 11, 2023
Bioburden is the term used to describe microbial contamination of a product prior to sterilization. Microorganisms can be introduced at any point during the manufacturing process through raw materials used during manufacturing, the working environment, workers during assembly, or during the final stage of cleaning and packaging. Since the sources of contamination can vary widely, a product's bioburden can fluctuate from batch to batch.
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August 11, 2023
San Francisco is taking the lead in water conservation by implementing a decentralized approach to recycling wastewater. This innovative method allows for the reuse of treated wastewater for irrigation and toilet flushing, thus reducing the strain on diminishing freshwater resources. By embracing the idea of reusing non-potable water for essential purposes, the city is working to safeguard its precious natural water reserves, which play a vital role in providing safe drinking water to its residents.