PHF Science @PHFScience
PHF Science (formerly ESR) is a New Zealand Government-owned research organisation focused on improving community health, wellbeing, and safety. phfscience.nz New Zealand Joined February 2011-
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š¦ Our first medium talk of #MicroSeq2025 Day 2 is @RhysTWhite talking about the #evolution of a methicillin-resistant #Staphylococcus aureus strain, uncovering the genomic and environmental factors contributing to its #emergence and spread. #bacteria #phylogeny
If youāve been under the weather, youāre not aloneāPHF Science is helping track flu trends this winter: stuff.co.nz/nz-news/360789ā¦
Starting today, PHF Science & @dhsscitech are hosting a 2-day technical exchange in Wellington, uniting global experts to address biosecurity threats & their economic impact. Learn more: phfscience.nz/news-publicatiā¦
𧬠Research of the Month: PHF Science study tracks 20 years of AK3āa āhomegrownā MRSA superbug now dominating NZ & spreading abroad. Overuse of the skin antibiotic fusidic acid drove its rise. Genomic insights show how fast AMR threats can emerge: phfscience.nz/digital-librarā¦
PHF Science & @dhsscitech are bringing together global experts in Wellington, NZ for a 2-day summit/technical exchange (4-5 Aug) focused on tackling biosecurity threats and their economic impact. Find out more: phfscience.nz/news-publicatiā¦
Today is #WorldFoodSafetyDay. We're marking it by highlighting our amazing food forensics work. What happens when insect larvae are found crawling inside cookies & the packaging is sealed? ššŖ Find out: youtu.be/NpYmcEERa5M
Proactive risk assessment=safer food for Kiwis. Thanks to ESRās science-led modelling, NZ halved Campylobacter rates in just 2 yearsā& continues to lead in food safety. Risk science saves lives, informs policy & offers peace of mind. esr.cri.nz/news-publicati⦠#WorldFoodSafetyWeek
Food safety = a chain of trust 𧬠ESR uses science at every stepāfrom farm to forkāto keep food safe. Find out more about our food testing & analysis services: esr.cri.nz/expertise/test⦠#FoodSafetyWeek #FoodSafety
š§« Not all bacteria are bad. In fact, your gut microbiome is key to digestion, immunityāand even mental health. New Zealand researchers are unlocking the power of probiotics for a healthier future. esr.cri.nz/news-publicati⦠#WorldFoodSafetyDay #GutHealth #FoodSafety
Did you know ESR tested if COVID-19 could spread on food or packaging? š¬Result: Extremely low risk. Find out more: esr.cri.nz/news-publicati⦠#FoodSafetyWeek #FoodSafetyDay
š§Ŗ ESR has published its 2024 report on invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) in NZāshowing incidence of this vaccine-preventable disease has dropped from 2023's peak. Find out more: esr.cri.nz/news-publicati⦠#PublicHealth #IPD #NZHealth
Itās #WorldFoodSafetyWeek! š„¦š¬ This yearās theme? Food safety: science in action. At ESR, our science keeps your kai safeāfrom lab to lunchbox. Read more about our incredible food science: esr.cri.nz/expertise/food⦠#WorldFoodSafetyWeek #WorldFoodSafetyDay

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