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UM develops fast, accurate parasite detection method
A research team from the University of Macau (UM) has achieved a new breakthrough. The team has developed a fast, accurate, and convenient point-of-care pathogen detection method with the help of the digital microfluidic system. This method uses isothermal DNA amplification together with specific DNA Molecular Beacon probe on a digital microfluidic chip to detect life-threatening parasite infection. In addition to obtaining fast results in 40 minutes, this method can also lower the reaction volume to one-tenth (1-μL) of the volume required with conventional methods. Discrimination of non-specific amplification and lower risks of aerosol contamination also mean that this system has the potential for clinical applications. The study has been published in Scientific Reports, a journal under the Nature Publishing Group.
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Consumer Council conducts price survey on selling prices of fresh pork and vegetables from Zhuhai and Macao
For the implementation of Section 2b), Article 10, Law 4/95/M of 12 June, Consumer Council collects prices of fresh pork from wet markets and supermarkets on 28 November for consumers’ reference. The mentioned data collected during 22 November to 28 November are used for comparing the average selling price of the same products from Zhuhai. The relevant data has been uploaded to the Council’s website for consumers’ reference.
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Macao Orchestra performs in different cultural venues this weekend
Classical music does not obey to time or space restrictions. The Macao Orchestra (OM, from the Portuguese acronym), under the auspices of the Cultural Affairs Bureau, breaks away from the traditional concert halls and presents two concerts in different cultural venues, namely at the Tap Seac Gallery on 1 December, at 6:30pm and at the Oriental Foundation on 2 December, at 4pm, performing pieces for string ensemble with a refined and meticulous technique. Admission is free and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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“Lai Chi Vun Rebirth—Artworks Exhibition of Lai Chi Vun Shipyards Area” opens at Anim’Arte Nam Van on Friday
Co-organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the Macau Artist Society and the Macau Lifestyle Association, “Lai Chi Vun Rebirth—Artworks Exhibition of Lai Chi Vun Shipyards Area” will be inaugurated on Friday, 1 December, at 6:30pm, at the Lakeside Gallery - Room S1 in the Anim’Arte NamVan.
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External merchandise trade statistics for October 2017
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that total merchandise export for October 2017 amounted to MOP806 million, up by 6.1% year-on-year; value of re-exports (MOP686 million) increased by 11.0%, with that of Optical instruments surging by 618.1%; meanwhile, value of domestic exports (MOP120 million) slid by 15.1%, with that of Glass & glassware falling by 88.4%. Total merchandise import rose by 3.6% year-on-year to MOP6.25 billion, of which imports of Motor cars & motorcycles and Handbags & wallets expanded by 56.1% and 48.8% respectively. Merchandise trade deficit in October amounted to MOP5.44 billion.
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GGCT raises the Travel Alert for Bali to Level 2
Considering the recent situation in Bali, the Tourism Crisis Management Office (GGCT) raised the Travel Alert to that destination to Level 2. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also issued a security alert. Following is the translated version of the full text:
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