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IMAGE: Sean Paz, co-author and a graduate student in FAU s Schmidt College of Medicine, loads COVID-19 tests in a PCR (polymerase chain reaction) machine. This laboratory apparatus is most commonly used. view more
Credit: Florida Atlantic University
To properly monitor and help curb the spread of COVID-19, several millions of diagnostic tests are required daily in just the United States alone. There is still a widespread lack of COVID-19 testing in the U.S. and many of the clinical diagnostics protocols require extensive human labor and materials that could face supply shortages and present biosafety concerns.
The current gold standard for COVID-19 diagnostic testing in the U.S., developed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is quantitative PCR-based (qPCR) molecular tests that detect the presence of the viral nucleic acid. Although highly accurate, these CDC-approved tests require specialized reagents, equipment, and personnel train
Former University of Memphis President Thomas G. Carpenter passes away at age 94
“The entire University of Memphis community is saddened to learn of Dr. Carpenter’s passing,” said UofM President M. David Rudd.
Credit: University of Memphis Author: University of Memphis News Release Published: 9:36 AM CST January 12, 2021 Updated: 9:36 AM CST January 12, 2021
MEMPHIS, Tenn. Dr. Thomas G. Carpenter, former University of Memphis President, passed away Jan. 6. He was 94.
Carpenter became the 11th UofM President in 1980. He held the position for 11 years before retiring in 1991, and was succeeded by Dr. V. Lane Rawlins. The Thomas G. Carpenter Student Housing Complex, constructed on the UofM campus in 1990 between Central and Poplar Avenue, is named in his honor.
If you ve been paying attention, it shouldn t come as a huge surprise that Publix Florida s cult-favorite grocery store made a six-figure contribution to the state s Republican governor, Ron DeSantis, last month.
For years, the Lakeland-based company and members of its founding family have supported conservative causes and backed efforts to oppose progressive legislation, including the legalization of medical marijuana and the regulation of polystyrene, better known by the brand name Styrofoam. In 2018, Publix leaders gave $670,000 to a campaign for Republican gubernatorial candidate Adam Putnam. The next year, heirs to the Publix fortune donated $28,000 to Donald Trump s re-election campaign and $25,000 to a PAC supporting DeSantis re-election bid.
Calendar: Virtual community, entertainment events beginning Jan. 13
Sun Sentinel 1/11/2021 Mary Lou Cruz, South Florida Sun Sentinel
This is a list of reader-submitted opportunities to learn, take classes, stroll through galleries and museums or have front-row seats to experience some great performances from the convenience and comfort of your own home. All programs and activities are subject to change.
Reflections of South Florida, 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 13. Presented by local chapter of Women’s National Book Association. Virtual on Zoom from Delray Beach. 561-569-2625. southflorida.wnba-books.org/events. Free.
Wellington Art Society to Feature Artist Laurie Snow Hein, 7-8 p.m. Jan. 13. RSVP via email for the link to attend this virtual monthly meeting. Contact Laura Jaffe at presidentofwas@gmail.com or Leslie Pfeiffer at mysticway1@bellsouth.net See more info at wellingtonartsociety.org. Free.