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Labs Enable Rapid Response to Emerging Infectious Diseases
Underscoring our capabilities for addressing global outbreaks, MRIGlobal has a long history of operation, maintenance, and sustainment of biological safety laboratories, including our operational pathogen detection and diagnostic surveillance programs, and associated research, development, testing & evaluation programs. In scientific laboratories, biosafety levels (BSL) are an important set of specific guidelines to prevent the spread […]
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Introducing Richard Winegar – Scientist Spotlight
Richard Winegar, Ph.D. is a Chief Scientist who provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise for diverse Life Sciences programs. Specialties include assay design, sample preparation, microbial forensics, genomics, and synthetic biology. He has served as Principal Investigator for numerous government (e.g., DHS, DOD, DARPA, FBI, NIH, DOE) and commercial clients. Dr. Winegar received his […]
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TBQA Supports Clinical Research and Network Capabilities
Tuberculosis (TB) is a global health emergency and is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide. Each year, tens of millions of adults and children fall ill, and more than a million die. While treatments are available, continued research is needed to address this public health crisis and health security threat. The National […]
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Research Provides Insights into Emerging Antibiotic Resistance
Tuberculosis diagnoses dropped 18 percent from 2019 to 2020 according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Further, 15 percent fewer people worldwide started treatment regimens designed to treat first-line resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). Unfortunately, this is likely due not to the number of cases going down, but rather because the COVID-19 pandemic has upended years […]
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COVID-19’s Profound Impact on Tuberculosis Diagnosis, Treatment, and Research
COVID-19’s impact on tuberculosis has been devastating. Prior to the onset of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic in 2020, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) – the causative agent of tuberculosis – was the leading cause of deaths globally due to an infectious disease. In 2019, CDC estimates that approximately 10 million people contracted the disease and it killed […]
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We’re Proud of Our Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee – Celebrating Pride Month
In celebration of Pride Month, MRIGlobal’s Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee (DIB) is proud to recognize the voices of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community. In a more diverse society, one action we are taking toward achieving greater acceptance is making the effort to listen to voices and perspectives that are different […]
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Detection Sampling Devices
As part of its CBRNE Tech Index work, MRIGlobal created a baseline market survey of portable detection equipment capable of identifying fentanyl, other opiates, and related compounds. This information can be useful for first responders in selecting the best detection equipment for their use in the field. Criteria to qualify for inclusion in this survey […]
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In-Lab Training Without Interrupting Operations
Powerful, state-of-the-art VR technology allows for the rapid development of a mixed reality learning environment by integrating an immersive 360° video and interactive 3D rich media. Such training can provide timely and comprehensive safety and procedural expertise when laboratory space is not available. This capability can efficiently and effectively help train laboratory staff and other […]
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Augmented and Virtual Reality Enhance Testing and Training Capabilities
Ever sat behind your desk and tested a product that won’t be manufactured for years? Have you conducted “in-lab” training from the comfort of your home? Augmented reality and virtual reality have been familiar to gamers for several years, having used them to create and access the three-dimensional (3D) environments in which they play. Today, […]
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AR and VR Training Improves On-Site Response
A disease outbreak caused by a high-consequence pathogen in a low-income country generally requires a rapid international incident response that includes national public health agencies, the World Health Organization, and private organizations such as MSF (Doctors without Borders). In these situations, time is of the essence and may be a matter of life and death. […]
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MRIGlobal Proud to Serve as Platinum Presenting Sponsor of Greater KC Science and Engineering Fair
For 77 years, MRIGlobal has carried out our founding mission: To attract and retain some of the best and brightest analytic and scientific minds in the Midwest. Today, that mission starts earlier than ever, as we are also committed to developing the young minds of those who will go on to change the world with […]
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Scientist Spotlight – Introducing Peter Anderson
Peter Anderson is a Principal Engineer at MRIGlobal. His specialty areas are leading complex technical programs and project management; mechanical systems design, rapid prototype fabrication and electromechanical system design and testing, requirements verification, and 3-D modeling, drafting, animation and rendering. A recognized expert in innovative and efficient systems design, Anderson played a lead role in […]
Mechanical Engineering Mobile Laboratories & Patient Transport Preparedness & Response
