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Biodefense Reference Material Repository (BRMR)

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The Biodefense Reference Material Repository (BRMR) is an ISO 17034 accredited certified reference material repository that provides critical supplies and services to support quality-controlled diagnostic and environmental sampling programs for biodefense and public health. We help ensure laboratory and field operational readiness by offering a comprehensive suite of reference materials, positive controls, assay reagents, and proficiency testing panels.

To meet dynamic operational requirements, the BRMR features a "Samples on Demand" service that delivers customizable viable, non-viable, and nucleic acid samples loaded into various matrices. We also maintain a catalog of high-demand, non-viable bacterial and viral surrogate controls and species-specific bacteriophage reagents (such as γ, φA1122, and Tbilisi phages) for the reliable identification of culturable bacteria.

For overseas and field-deployable laboratories facing cold chain challenges, the BRMR provides lyophilized (freeze-dried) materials to guarantee product stability in any environment. Beyond standard diagnostic supplies, our team offers specialized, cost-effective support packages-including blinded samples and validation/verification panels-tailored specifically for training, field exercises, and assay development.

These capabilities give us the flexibility to support the unique operational requirements of our nation's biodefense laboratories. Please contact us directly to discuss your lab's specific assay and sample support needs.
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Last Modified Date: 25-Apr-2023