Coriolis µ - Air Sampler

In this application note, Bertin summarizes the results of the first study to analyze, both qualitatively and quantitatively, the presence of the most common gastrointestinal and respiratory viruses in the occupational environment of workers in waste water treatment plants (WWTPs), using the Coriolis µ air sampler.

Legionella bacteria are the causal agents of the Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia. The aim of this study was to investigate the simultaneous presence of amoebae and Legionella in the compost piles and in the bioaerosols developed from pile fermentation. Bioaerosols were collected from seven green waste collection centers by a Coriolis®µ air sampler. Results show that composting facilities are possible reservoirs for Legionella and amoebae and suggest further studies are needed to investigate the spread of Legionella from composts to bioaerosols.

In order to evaluate the efficiency of non-stop decontamination processes in-site, Coriolis µ and an impaction air sampler were used to assess the fungi burden in a specific room before and after the non-stop decontamination process. Using Coriolis µ, it has been possible to evaluate the efficiency of non-stop decontamination processes in-site where it was not possible using the impaction air sampler.

This study aimed to determine if thermophilic microorganisms could be transported through airborne processes and colonize new environments. Diversity assessments of the communities present in hot water were performed and fumaroles and aerosols were collected in the vicinity of the hydrothermal fields using the Coriolis®µ air sampler.

In immunocompromised patients, the airborne-transmitted Pneumocystis jirovecii (human-derived Pneumocystis) is responsible for a severe interstitial alveolar lung disease, Pneumocystis pneumonia (PcP), which is fatal without specific treatment. This study uses the liquid medium biocollector Coriolis µ branched directly to an HEPA-filtered experimental chamber for collecting the surrounding air exhaled by individual rats experimentally infected with Pneumocystis carinii. By combining this method with a specific qPCR assay, P.carnii from the sampled air could be quantified.

This study focused on the detection of the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus, considered as an indicator organism. In addition, it presents a potential health risk to certain high-risk individuals. The bioaerosols sampling was done with Coriolis air sampler on site.

In the management of solid waste, pollutants over a wide range are released with different routes of exposure for workers which carries potential adverse health effects. In this study, molecular real-time polymerase chain reaction was used to assess the presence of three potential pathogenic/toxigenic fungal species collected with the Coriolis®µ air sampler.

This study investigates swine influenza A virus and its potential transmission through aerosoles. The Coriolis®µ air sampler was used to collect air samples in affected pig farms.

Fungal infections represent a constant threat in hospitals, especially for high-risk patients hospitalized in hematology and bone marrow transplant units. This study was carried out with the Coriolis®µ combined with qPCR to detect Aspergillus fumigatus DNA.

The aim of this study was to detect Legionella Pneumophila, which can occur in natural and artificial water systems and cause disease in humans. The Coriolis®µ air sampler was used to identify bioaerosoles containing the bacteria.

In this video, Bertin Technologies presents Coriolis µ, an innovative biological air sampler designed for bio-contamination assessment. It is primarily used for air quality control and monitoring in various industries including environmental research, pharmaceuticals, food, veterinary, biomedical, and health sectors. Utilizing wet cyclonic technology and a high air flow rate, Coriolis µ efficiently collects particles within 10 minutes. The sample liquid output is compatible with various biological analyses, ensuring reliable results in just a few hours.

Watch this video to learn about the Coriolis®µ, portable microbial air sampler, designed for indoor and outdoor bio surveillance in hospitals, the environment, and veterinary studies.

Watch this video to learn about the light and easy to use Coriolis® µ portable air sampler, designed to meet the air monitoring requirements of multiple industries. Discover the features of the Coriolis® µ, including Cyclonic Technology.