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ABSANZ Newsletter November 2022
21st November 2022
In this issue: From the President, What's on for Members, Update from the Regulators, The 2023 Conference . For more information download this document |
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ABSANZ Newsletter August 2022
25th August 2022
In this issue: From the President, What's on for Members, Update from the Regulators, The 2023 Conference . For more information download this document |
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ABSANZ Non-Member Newsletter August 2022
25th August 2022
In this issue: From the President, Member Benefits, Conference 2023. For more information download this document |
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Australian Biosecurity Series: Lumpy skin disease
29th March 2022
Australian Biosecurity Series: Lumpy skin disease – what you need to know about this emerging biosecurity threat is on Monday 11 April at 1pm-2.30pm (AEST) In this exciting webinar you’ll hear from animal health specialists on-ground during LSD outbreaks overseas, vaccine researchers, and from federal and state CVOs, who will outline what government and partner agencies are doing to protect our borders. . Website: Register here For more information download this document |
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Free online seminar – Technical requirements for High-level Isolation Units (HLIUs)
24th March 2022
Please feel free to enjoy this free online webinar "Technical requirements for High-level Isolation Units (HLIUs)" over two days Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th April 2022. HLIUs are technically challenging biocontainment units for the isolation and treatment of patients with highly infectious diseases (HID) that are easily transmissible from person to person and pose a threat for healthcare personnel and the public. HLIUs prevent infection, protecting patients and healthcare workers.. Website: LabConCert Webinar |
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IFBA - The Next Wave of Biosecurity Experts
3rd March 2022
Forwarded: The IFBA is pleased to announce the publication “The Next Wave of Biosecurity Experts: Young Scientists Need a Better Path into Global Diplomacy” in Science and Diplomacy, an online publication from the AAAS Center for Science Diplomacy. Co-authored by Stephanie Norlock, IFBA Program Officer, the publication offers insight into the importance of youth perspectives in global biosecurity diplomacy, and new paths for young scientists interested in pursuing a career in biosecurity.. Website: The Next Wave of Biosecurity Experts |
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ABSANZ Newsletter February 2022
15th February 2022
In this Issue... From the President App Chat Room DAWE BC2 implementation Lisa van Duin Board resignation Contribute to ABSANZ COVID-19 fortnightly discussion groups Conference news . For more information download this document |
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CDC - Reinfections and COVID-19
27th January 2022
An interesting update from the CDC on COVID-19 reinfection shared by ABSANZ Board member, Dr Amanda Jones, Lead Biological Safety Advisor, The University of QLD. . Website: Reinfections and COVID 19 | CDC |
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IFBA - Cultivating the Biosafety & Biosecurity Profession
14th January 2022
We imagine that most of our members will receive correspondence from IFBA, however to ensure that communication is a broad as possible, we will share announcements and news from our affiliates. . Website: Cultivating the Biosafety & Biosecurity Profession |
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ABSANZ Newsletter December 2021
3rd December 2021
Festive cheer and holiday anticipation in our December newsletter.. |
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IFBA Biosafety Heroes Working Group
26th November 2021
Former ABSANZ President, Helen Leonard has been a member of the IFBA Biosafety Heroes Working Group, and would like to know if anyone else would like to participate. The IFBA Biosafety Heroes are exceptional and inspiring individuals honored by the global biosafety community as having made a difference for the better.. Website: IFBA Biosafety Heroes |
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BC2/5.2 Conditions - request for feedback
25th November 2021
In January 2021, the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment (DAWE) implemented updated conditions for BC2/Class 5.2 biocontainment facilities.... |
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New Zealand: Update on the new Import Health Standard: Biological Products (IHS BIOLOGIC.ALL)
9th November 2021
The Import Health Standard for Biological Products (BIOPRODIC.ALL) is about to be replaced by the Import Health Standard: Biological Products (IHS BIOLOGIC.ALL).. |
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The IFBA keynote address “Reflections on our Interconnected Global Biosafety Community in the Wake of the Pandemic”.
8th November 2021
Forwarded from Maureen Ellis, Executive Director, International Federation of Biosafety Associations. . Website: Sean Kaufman’s keynote address “Reflections on our Interconnected Global Biosafety Community in the Wake of the Pandemic”. |
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IFBA's virtual Biosafety Conference "A Vision of Tomorrow"
20th October 2021
IFBA's virtual Biosafety Conference, "A Vision of Tomorrow" is coming up this week. Please use the link to register.. Website: Registration For more information download this document |
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ABSANZ 2021 Annual Report now available
19th October 2021
The ABSANZ Annual Report 2021 is now available for members to review prior to the AGM on November 11, 2021.. Website: ABSANZ Annual Report 2021 |
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Call for ABSANZ Director nominations
26th September 2021
The Association of Biosafety for Australia and New Zealand (ABSANZ) is seeking nominations . |
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ABSANZ Newsletter July 2021
15th July 2021
Renewals are rolling out this month and I am very excited to report that thanks to the.... |
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Download our New Mobile App To Stay Updated!
9th June 2021
You can now download the Member Jungle mobile app and stay.... |
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ABSANZ Newsletter May 2021
13th May 2021
As the seasons are changing, so too are things at ABSANZ. It gives me great pleasure to welcome Julie Harvey to the team at ABSANZ. Julie is our new full time Association Manager supporting the Board, the Committees and of course you, the Members. Please feel free to either give Julie a call on the.... |
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ABSANZ eNewsletter April 2021
8th April 2021
12 months ago, I had what was to be my last flight of 2020 following the 2020 ABSANZ board meeting in Melbourne. Back then the board had no idea then how the year ahead would pan out, we started looking at disaster management and alternatives to the face-to-face conference. Fast forward to March 2021 and we have just finished our 2021 face to face board meeting.. |
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Aerosol virus spread & hotel quarantine issue document by Neil Walls
18th February 2021
As a biocontainment engineering specialist, I have been following with concern the recent identification of ventilation systems as a potential spreading mechanism for aerosolised virus material... |
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Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL), 6th Edition
2nd February 2021
Biosafety in Microbiological and Biomedical Laboratories (BMBL) has become the overarching guidance document for the practice of biosafety in the U.S.— the mechanism for addressing the safe handling and containment of infectious microorganisms and hazardous biological materials.. Website: Click to read more |
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Biologicals Consultative Group (BCG) - Call for Feedback
1st April 0021
The next Biological Consultative Group (BCG) meeting will be held on the 20th April 2021. . |
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ABSANZ Newsletter March 2021
24th March 0021
Last Tuesday I had the great pleasure of attending the first ABSANZ trade and networking day of the year at the Atherton factory. Many of you will have an Atherton Autoclave in your facility what you probably don’t know is that the entire autoclave is constructed in Melbourne in the Atherton factory.... |
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Webinar Available For Purchase
11th March 0021
Security Sensitive Biological Agents (SSBA) Regulatory Scheme Webinar. |
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AS/NSZ 2243 Review Update
22nd February 0021
AS/NZS 2243.3:2019, Safety in laboratories, Part 3: Microbiological safety and containment review status.. |
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