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Sustaining Member Spotlight : QIAGEN
QIAGEN booth at the 2024 APHL Annual Conference . Photo Credit : Bi Linton , QIAGEN
QIAGEN offers vital assistance to public health laboratories through cutting-edge diagnostic products and life science tools from sample prep , assay tech , automation , Digital PCR , NGS solutions , and data analysis . These technologies help promote early detection , precise diagnosis , and efficient treatment , underscoring our dedication to tackling worldwide health obstacles with our public health partners . Our continued collaboration with APHL elevates lab capabilities in the public health sector and empowers laboratories to enhance their testing and disease surveillance endeavors year-after-year .
Our Identity
QIA : Quality , Ingenuity , and Accessibility — We embody an unwavering commitment to excellence , fueled by our inventive spirit and dedication to transparency and authenticity . We are devoted to delivering top-tier solutions that push the boundaries of innovation and accessibility for all .
Our Vision
Making improvements in life possible — Our goal is to drive meaningful advancements in healthcare and beyond , transforming the world by enabling breakthroughs that improve the quality of life for individuals and communities globally .
Our Mission
Delivering Sample to Insight Solutions — Our mission is to empower our customers with innovative products and services that transform biological samples into valuable insights , enabling groundbreaking discoveries and advancements across various fields .
Enhancing Infectious Disease Surveillance
QIAGEN has significantly advanced infectious disease surveillance in public health with a combination of revolutionary technologies , automation , and comprehensive solutions . Our state-of-the-art sample preparation tools have been the gold standard for streamlining nucleic acid extraction and purification since 1984 . Complementing these tools , our automated platforms , like the EZ2 and QIAcube Connect , enhance efficiency and accuracy by reducing manual handling and increasing throughput . As we continue to innovate , the QIAcuity Digital PCR system excels in precise pathogen quantification and has been instrumental in global wastewater monitoring , enabling early detection of pathogens such as COVID-19 , Influenza A / B , and RSV . These efforts are further enhanced with our NGS solutions , including the QIAseq xHYB viral and bacterial panels , which provide detailed pathogen characterization using targeted sequencing panels . This integrated approach improves detection , monitoring , and response to infectious diseases , reinforcing public health surveillance efforts across various workflows .
Driving Public Health Forward : QIAGEN Responds to Emerging Threats
QIAGEN is currently at the forefront of combating Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza ( HPAI ) by deploying our QIAamp and EZ1 extraction kits to public health organizations worldwide . Our expertise in early detection is bolstered by our extensive experience with previous global health crises . During the COVID-19 pandemic , we rapidly scaled up production and collaborated with global health organizations to enhance testing capabilities , making these processes faster , easier , and more efficient . These efforts extended to the Mpox outbreak , and we now apply this experience to support the detection and identification of HPAI in diverse samples . Our steadfast commitment to public health improves surveillance and ensures swift response efforts , preparing our nation to effectively tackle any emerging threat .
Pioneering Pathogen Detection : QIAcuity dPCR Innovations
QIAGEN is expanding our QIAcuity Digital PCR application list in public health labs , moving beyond wastewater surveillance to include areas like vector-borne disease testing , microbial source tracking , antimicrobial resistance ( AMR ) profiling , and precise pathogen quantification . Advancements in pathogen detection and quantification is particularly valuable for monitoring rising threats like Legionella , coliform bacteria , foodborne pathogens , vaccine-preventable diseases , HIV , and more . With the recent rise in Dengue cases , QIAcuity enhances mosquito pool surveillance by providing real-time monitoring of pathogen load in communities . With QIAcuity , public health laboratories can now proactively confront health threats , making it an essential component in the global effort to protect public health and ensure a safer future for all . g
QIAGEN is an APHL Diamond Level Sustaining Member .
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