Biological contamination

Anago Cleaning Systems First to Earn GBAC Star Facility Rating

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

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b'POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anago Cleaning Systems today announced it had earned the highest rating issued by the GBAC (Global Biorisk Advisory Council) for ensuring facilities implement strict protocols for biorisk situations.

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b'POMPANO BEACH, Fla., May 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anago Cleaning Systems today announced it had earned the highest rating issued by the GBAC (Global Biorisk Advisory Council) for ensuring facilities implement strict protocols for biorisk situations.
"\nPovlitz added that Anago had adopted the GBAC accreditation process into its international Master and Unit franchise program guidelines.
Both levels focus on running their business while Anago Cleaning Systems provides assistance, guidance, and critical tools to grow.\nAnago Cleaning Systems is an international commercial cleaning franchise brand.
In 2021, Anago\'s South Florida international headquarters earned the coveted GBAC STAR accreditation for implementing strict protocols for biorisk situations.

The Global Biorisk Advisory Council Celebrates One Year Anniversary of GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation

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Thursday, May 6, 2021

b'In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Global Biorisk Advisory Council \xe2\x84\xa2, (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, launched its GBAC STAR\xe2\x84\xa2 Facility Accreditation to assist facilities in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from infectious disease risks.

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b'In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Global Biorisk Advisory Council \xe2\x84\xa2, (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, launched its GBAC STAR\xe2\x84\xa2 Facility Accreditation to assist facilities in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from infectious disease risks.
This has been especially crucial as guidance from public health agencies has changed throughout the pandemic,\xe2\x80\x9d said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger.
The organization\xe2\x80\x99s services include biorisk management program assessment and training, Forensic Restoration\xc2\xae response and remediation, the GBAC STAR\xe2\x84\xa2 facility and service accreditation programs, training and certification of individuals and consulting for building owners and facility managers.
For more information about ISSA, visit www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210506005825/en/\n'

JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles Re-Opens April 5 With Level 2 Gallery Featuring Nature/Supernature Exhibit

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

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New Online Reservation System open for In-Person Visits;

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New Online Reservation System open for In-Person Visits;
LOS ANGELES, April 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles , a Japanese cultural destination in the heart of Hollywood, is pleased to welcome back in-person visitors to the Level 2 Gallery for the Nature/Supernature exhibit starting Monday, April 5.
Due to popular demand, JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles will continue its online programming in the months ahead with new content, webinars and virtual exhibits.
JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles has received Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation awarded to facilities that demonstrate the most stringent standard of cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease prevention protocols.
For additional details on JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles safety protocols, please visit www.japanhousela.com .

MRIGlobal to Perform Work On DARPA DIGET Program

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Thursday, January 14, 2021

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DARPA's Biological Technologies Office recently awarded the MRIGlobal Team's proposal to "Detect It with Gene Editing Technologies" (DIGET).

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DARPA's Biological Technologies Office recently awarded the MRIGlobal Team's proposal to "Detect It with Gene Editing Technologies" (DIGET).
DIGET aims to provide next-generation detection for the DOD by combining gene-editing technology with fieldable diagnostics and biosurveillance.
This program is timely and addresses the COVID-19 pandemic which is an application the program intends to address for emerging and novel biothreats.
Over the past 20 years, MRIGlobal expertise has led biosafety and biorisk management program development in the U.S. and internationally.

The OLC Education and Conference Center Has Achieved GBAC STAR™Facility Accreditation

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020

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ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The OLC has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.

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ROSEMONT, Ill., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The OLC has announced that it has achieved Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) STAR accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities.
Under the guidance of GBAC, a worldwide cleaning industry association, OLC has implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection and infectious disease prevention in its meeting, education and medical training facilities.
The program verifies that OLC implements best practices to prepare for, respond to and recover from outbreaks and pandemics.
"The health and safety of our attendees and staff are always of the utmost importance," explained Lis Puckorius, CEO of the OLC.

Arrowhead Stadium Kicks Off 2020 NFL Season as a GBAC STAR™ Accredited Facility to Enhance Cleanliness and the Fan Experience

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Thursday, September 10, 2020

Arrowhead Stadium, home to the NFLs Kansas City Chiefs, has achieved GBAC STAR accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA.

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Arrowhead Stadium, home to the NFLs Kansas City Chiefs, has achieved GBAC STAR accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA.
More than ever, facility occupants are concerned about the quality and frequency of cleaning, said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger.
GBAC STAR accreditation provides added assurance that an organization truly understands the why and how of cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease prevention.
The University of Kansas Health System Training Complex, the Chiefs practice facility, has also achieved GBAC STAR accreditation.

Visit Frisco Commits to GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation Program

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

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The industrys only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation, GBAC STAR helps organizations establish protocols and procedures, offers expert-led training and assesses a facilitys preparedness for biorisk situations.

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The industrys only outbreak prevention, response and recovery accreditation, GBAC STAR helps organizations establish protocols and procedures, offers expert-led training and assesses a facilitys preparedness for biorisk situations.
Omni Frisco Hotels commitment to service has never wavered and were committed to be part of the GBAC STAR accreditation, said Jeff Smith, Omni Frisco Hotel General Manager.
"We applaud Visit Frisco for supporting its community with GBAC STAR facility accreditation," said GBAC Executive Director Patricia Olinger.
The organizations services include biorisk management program assessment and training, Forensic Restoration response and remediation, the GBAC STAR facility accreditation program, training and certification of individuals and consulting for building owners and facility managers.

Theaters, Hotels, Convention Centers and Other Facilities Nationwide Earn GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation

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Thursday, July 23, 2020

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The Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, today announced a new round of facilities that have achieved GBAC STAR facility accreditation .

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The Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, today announced a new round of facilities that have achieved GBAC STAR facility accreditation .
As the industrys only outbreak prevention, response, and recovery accreditation, GBAC STAR validates a facilitys preparedness for biorisk situations like the novel coronavirus.
GBAC STAR is designed for facilities of all types, from hotels to stadiums to restaurants to schools and more.
To review a full list of GBAC STAR accredited facilities, committed facilities, and industry supporters, visit https://gbac.issa.com/gbac-star-facilities-and-supporters/ .

Coronavirus evacuees return safely to U.S. via innovative, MRIGlobal-designed biocontainment system

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020

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The units are state-of-the-art, flight-ready containerized biocontainment systems (CBCS) that roll on and off planes.

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The units are state-of-the-art, flight-ready containerized biocontainment systems (CBCS) that roll on and off planes.
MRIGlobal designed the CBCS as a reusable bio-containment and medical treatment unit to operate on government/civilian cargo aircraft.
"It was developed to respond to critical global health situations like the coronavirus outbreak, and ultimately to save lives."
MRIGlobal's state-of-the-art, flight-ready Containerized Biocontainment System (CBCS) was awarded an R&D100 Award for Innovation by R&D Magazine in 2016.

NASA's Planetary Protection Review Addresses Changing Reality of Space Exploration

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Friday, October 18, 2019

Physical sciences, Natural sciences, Nature, Astrobiology, Biological contamination, Extraterrestrial life, Space debris, Spaceflight, Planetary protection, Planetary science, Spacefaring, Contamination

WithNASA, international, and commercial entities planning bold missions to explore our solar system and return samples to Earth, the context for planetary protection is rapidly changing.

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WithNASA, international, and commercial entities planning bold missions to explore our solar system and return samples to Earth, the context for planetary protection is rapidly changing.
Planetary protection establishes guidelines for missions to other solar system bodies so they are not harmfully contaminated for scientific purposes by Earth biology and Earth, in turn, is protected from harmful contamination from space.
Such guidelines have periodically been updated and inform exploration by spacefaring nations that have signed the Outer Space Treaty since the 1960s.
"Planetary science and planetary protection techniques have both changed rapidly in recent years, and both will likely continue to evolve rapidly," Stern said.