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[blogitalianissimo]

non per andarti contro o cose, però guarda che le due atlete, Imane Khelif dell'Algeria e Lin Yu-Ting di Taiwan, che gareggiano alle Olimpiadi di Parigi nella categoria sono state precedentemente squalificate da un campionato del mondo femminile per avere "cromosomi XY". Praticamente, sono stati svolti i campionati mondiali di boxe femminile nel marzo del 2023, ospitati a Nuova Delhi, in India. Tuttavia, l’evento è stato segnato da polemiche dopo che Umar Kremlev, presidente dell'International Boxing Association (IBA), ha annunciato la squalifica di più pugili dal campionato. Kremlev ha detto che i dirigenti dell'IBA si erano incontrati verso il gran finale del campionato per discutere di "equità tra delle atlete e professionalità", dopo che sono state sollevate preoccupazioni sul sesso biologico di alcuni partecipanti. Ha aggiunto che dopo "una serie di test del DNA", l'IBA "ha scoperto atleti che stavano cercando di ingannare i loro colleghi e fingere di essere donne". Parlando a TASS News, Kremlev ha affermato che i test avevano dimostrato che le atlete in questione "avevano cromosomi XY ed erano quindi esclusi dagli eventi sportivi". Tra gli squalificati c'era Imane Khelif, la pugile algerina, la quale avrebbe dovuto sfidare Yang Liu della Cina nella finale dei pesi welter. Khelif è stato rimosso dalla lotta per la medaglia d'oro e al thailandese Janjaem Suwannapheng, che aveva perso contro Khelif in semifinale, è stato invece permesso di procedere a combattere Yang. In una dichiarazione pubblica, l'IBA ha scritto che "un pugile dell'Algeria, Imane Khelif, è stato escluso dai campionati mondiali di boxe IBA a causa del mancato rispetto dei criteri di ammissibilità dell'IBA". Ma il Comitato Olimpico Algerino ha negato le affermazioni dell'IBA, attribuendo la squalifica di Khelif a una "cospirazione" per impedire all'Algeria di avere una medaglia d'oro nella boxe. Mentre alludevano vagamente al fatto che Khelif è stato colpito per "motivi medici" che circondano alti livelli di testosterone, hanno aggiunto che avrebbero sostenuto il viaggio di Khelif alle Olimpiadi di Parigi del 2024 a prescindere. Ma dopo la controversa squalifica, una pugile si è fatta avanti per discutere della sua esperienza (simile a quella della Carini) combattendo Khelif sul ring al campionato. "Quando ho combattuto con lei mi sono sentita molto fuori dalla mia profondità", ha scritto la pugile messicana Brianda Tamara su X. "I suoi colpi mi hanno fatto molto male, non credo di essermi mai sentita così nei miei 13 anni come pugile, né nel mio sparring con gli uomini. "Grazie a Dio quel giorno sono uscita dal ring sana e salva, ed è un bene che finalmente se ne siano resi conto"", ha detto Tamara Brianda.

Sostanzialmente, l’algerina ha potuto partecipare alle olimpiadi di Parigi perché le linee guida per l’ammissibilità sono a compito del paese di provenienza. 

C’è anche da ricordare che Angela Carini si era dichiarata pronta per l’incontro (rispondendo alle accuse della destra), dicendo: “Io devo adeguarmi a quello che ha deciso il CIO, quindi domani andrò sul ring e darò tutta me stessa“.

le frasi fra “” non sono mie parole

Cioè fammi capire, stanno umiliando una donna, ci stanno facendo becera propaganda sopra, e vieni qua a scrivermi 'sto MUCHO TEXTO e a fare la punta al cazzo su come nel 2023 l'IBA, ente sportivo non riconosciuto dal comitato olimpico internazionale (ansa), l'abbia esclusa dai mondiali? È idonea per le Olimpiadi, e lo era anche nel 2021, non lo fosse stata l'avrebbe esclusa anche il comitato olimpico, quindi cosa?

E Tamara Brianda (ma anche la nostra Angela Carini) ci spiegasse allora perché 5 donne sono riuscite tranquillamente a battere la Khelif senza piangere (x)

E Angela se ne andasse a quel paese, col suo NON salutare l'avversaria ha dimostrato una bassezza unica

Ma veramente, non hai di meglio da dire? A volte l'empatia vale più di un "ACHTUHALLY ☝️🤓"

[notasapleasure]

This whole shit show stems from a unilateral and non-transparent decision made by the discredited leader of the IBA at the world championship.

Since Rio and accusations of rigged matches, the IOC have refused to deal with the IBA and they're seeking a new body to manage boxing in LA '28.

Both [Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-ting of Taiwan] were disqualified from the 2023 World Championships in New Delhi, which was run by the International Boxing Association (IBA).

Khelif was disqualified hours before her gold-medal fight, while Lin was stripped of her bronze.

In a statement yesterday, the IBA said the “disqualification was a result of their failure to meet the eligibility criteria for participating in the women’s competition, as set and laid out in the IBA Regulations”.

These regulations state that only people with XX sex chromosomes can compete in women categories.

The IBA regulations add that “boxers can be submitted to a random and/or targeted gender test to confirm the above”.

Women typically have XX chromosome pairs, and men typically have XY pairs.

IBA president, Russia’s Umar Kremlev, previously said in a post to Telegram post that DNA tests had “proved they had XY chromosomes and were thus excluded”.

This detail was not included in yesterday’s statement by the IBA, which said the “specifics” of the tests undertaken by both boxers “remain confidential”.

So whatever this test was, the IBA feel they can chat about it on social media but not include it in their official statements? Or, not even the IBA, but Umar Kremlev, who has links to the Russian state and who the IOC demanded step down after Rio if the IBA was to continue working with the Olympics.

“These two athletes were the victims of a sudden and arbitrary decision by the IBA. Towards the end of the IBA World Championships in 2023, they were suddenly disqualified without any due process.

“According to the IBA minutes available on their website, this decision was initially taken solely by the IBA Secretary General and CEO. The IBA Board only ratified it afterwards and only subsequently requested that a procedure to follow in similar cases in the future be established and reflected in the IBA Regulations. The minutes also say that the IBA should “establish a clear procedure on gender testing.

“The current aggression against these two athletes is based entirely on this arbitrary decision, which was taken without any proper procedure – especially considering that these athletes had been competing in top-level competition for many years.

So this whole thing is playing off and whipping up transphobia, intersexism and racism, but afaik neither of the women involved have made any statement about even being intersex. I recommend caution applying this term until we hear anything from the women concerned, not least given the bizarre lack of transparency around the tests conducted by the IBA. Think of Caster Semenya, who does not choose to use the word intersex to describe herself, who has been through hell having her identity pored over and defined over her wishes in public, and be fucking careful with your language <3

[msclaritea]

BREAKING: TWO “Female Boxers” Set To Compete At Paris 2024 Were Previously Disqualified From Women’s World Championship For Having “XY Chromosomes”

By

Anna Slatz

July 27, 2024

Two athletes competing at the Paris Olympics as “women” were previously disqualified from a women’s world championship for having “XY chromosomes.” Imane Khelif of Algeria and Lin Yu-Ting of Taiwan are scheduled to compete in Olympic women’s boxing next week despite past questions surrounding their biological sex.

The Women’s World Boxing Championships took place in March of 2023 and was hosted in New Delhi, India. A total of 324 boxers from 64 nations competed during the 10-day trial, marking the largest participation in any iteration of the championship ever recorded.

However, the grand event was marred by controversy after Umar Kremlev, president of the International Boxing Association (IBA), announced the disqualification of multiple boxers from the championship.

Kremlev said that IBA executives had met towards the championship’s grand finale to discuss “fairness among athletes and professionalism,” after concerns were raised about the biological sex of some participants. He added that after “a series of DNA-tests,” the IBA “uncovered athletes who were trying to fool their colleagues and pretend to be women.”

Speaking to TASS News, Kremlev claimed that the tests had proven the athletes in question “had XY chromosomes and were thus excluded from the sports events.”

Among the disqualified was Imane Khelif, an Algerian boxer who had been set to challenge Yang Liu of China in the welterweight final. Khelif was removed from the gold medal fight, and Thailand’s Janjaem Suwannapheng, who had lost to Khelif in the semi-finals, was allowed to proceed to fight Yang instead.

In a public statement, the IBA wrote that “a boxer from Algeria, Imane Khelif, was excluded from the IBA World Boxing Championships due to the failure to meet the IBA eligibility criteria.” But the Algerian Olympic Committee denied the IBA’s claims, attributing Khelif’s disqualification to a “conspiracy” to prevent Algeria from having a gold medal in boxing.

While they vaguely alluded to Khelif being struck for “medical reasons” surrounding high testosterone levels, they added that they would be supporting Khelif’s journey to the 2024 Paris Olympics regardless.

But following the controversial disqualification, a female boxer came forward to discuss her experience fighting Khelif in the ring at the championship.

“When I fought with her I felt very out of my depth,” Mexican boxer Brianda Tamara wrote on X. “Her blows hurt me a lot, I don’t think I had ever felt like that in my 13 years as a boxer, nor in my sparring with men. Thank God that day I got out of the ring safely, and it’s good that they finally realized,” Tamara said.

A second boxer was similarly disqualified by the IBA at the event, Taiwan’s Lin Yu-Ting, who was also stripped of a bronze medal.

Lin had previously won 5 gold medals in women’s boxing tournaments.

Lin Yu-Ting winning gold and a $100,000 prize at a 2022 women’s boxing championship.

Despite having faced the disqualification just last year, both boxers will be competing in Paris as female boxers.

Khelif is scheduled to fight Italy’s Angela Carini on August 1, while Lin Yu-Ting is set to be matched the next day.

While neither have stated they identify as transgender, it is suspected that both are impacted by a Difference of Sexual Development (DSD), a category of medical conditions encompassing any problem noted at birth where the genitalia are atypical in relation to the chromosomes or gonads.

DSDs in elite sports first came to public attention during the meteoric rise of South African runner Caster Semenya. Semenya’s rapid improvements in performance beginning in 2009 initially triggered suspicions of drug use, and World Athletics (then called the IAAF) was internationally denounced for requesting Semenya take a test to ascertain his biological sex.

Most women, including elite female athletes, have natural testosterone levels of 0.12 to 1.79 nanomoles per liter (nmol/L), but Semenya has XY chromosomes and male gonads producing a normal level of testosterone for a male. In 2011, Semenya was measured as having 15.6 and 29.3 nmol/L. Years later, a decision in the Court of Arbitration for Sport revealed that Semenya has a DSD where the normal male sexual development fails in utero, resulting in external genitals that appear to be a vagina at birth, but was in fact an underdeveloped penis.

Speaking to Reduxx, a representative with the Independent Council on Women’s Sports (ICONS) condemned the confusion that had emerged surrounding the sex of competitors due to the International Olympic Committee’s 2000 decision to end sex-verification screening.

“The IOC’s decision to end sex-verification screening in 2000 has caused distrust and confusion in women’s sports ever since,” ICONS co-founder Marshi Smith said. “Its 2021 decision to offload the responsibility for international eligibility criteria to individual sporting bodies has resulted in varied standards and widespread chaos among athletes, coaches, officials, and the public.”

Smith notes that a new boxing qualification system was implemented for the 2024 Olympics in which an ad-hoc unit was created by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board to organize the boxing competitions for Paris 2024.

This new unit was set up after the International Boxing Association (IBA), which had previously disqualified Khelif and Lin from women’s championships, was suspended by the IOC due to concerns it was receiving funding from Russia.

In the FAQ for the Paris 2024 Boxing Unit, no gender eligibility guidelines are specified, something Smith suggests likely indicates that individual nations were given a tremendous amount of power to deem their own athletes eligible.

“In boxing, the recent contentious split between the IBA and the IOC has now placed Olympic eligibility power into the hands of national boxing federations, allowing countries like Algeria and Taiwan to set their own standards and continue placing male boxers in the ring with female athletes in combat for women’s Olympic medals,” Smith explains.

“The physical abuse of women on an Olympic stage eliminates the integrity of all Olympic events and risks lifelong injury or even death for female athletes. This deceit cannot be allowed to continue.”

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Boxer at center of gender controversy wins Olympic gold

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Boxer at center of gender controversy wins Olympic gold

Algeria’s Imani Khelif has beaten a Chinese opponent amid a heated dispute about the athlete’s eligibility

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif won Olympic gold on Friday after defeating China’s Yang Liu in the women’s welterweight boxing final at the Paris Games. The victory comes amid controversy surrounding Khelif’s gender eligibility. Khelif, who triumphed in every round of the match, was disqualified from the Women’s World Boxing Championship in New Delhi last year after DNA tests led to the Algerian and several other athletes being declared ineligible. At the time, the president of the International Boxing Association (IBA), Umar Kremlev, said the tests “proved they had XY chromosomes and were thus excluded from the sports events.” Earlier this year, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) admitted Khelif and Lin Yu-ting of the Chinese Taipei team – who was also disqualified from last year’s competition – to the tournament in Paris. Last week, IOC spokesman Mark Adams claimed that all competitors “comply with the eligibility rules,” while casting doubt on the tests made last year. Earlier this month, Khelif became the subject of global attention after defeating Italian boxer Angela Carini in just 46 seconds in a preliminary match. The short bout sparked outrage online, with many calling the Algerian athlete ‘male’ due to the previous failed gender tests.

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said Carini’s bout against Khelif was not a fight among equals, adding that “athletes who have male genetic characteristics should not be admitted to women’s competitions.” British author J.K. Rowling and American billionaire Elon Musk also called the competition unfair. In 2019, the IOC suspended the IBA, citing alleged governance, finance, refereeing, and ethical issues. The association was not involved in the boxing events at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Relations between the two bodies further soured in the wake of the Ukraine conflict. In 2022, the IBA, which is headed by Kremlev, a Russian national, overturned a ban on Russian and Belarusian boxers, becoming one of the few global sports organizations to allow them to perform with their national flags and anthems despite international sanctions. Last year, the IOC stripped the IBA of recognition over alleged failure to implement reforms on governance and finance, and took charge of boxing at the Paris Olympics.

[radical-fire-vixen]

how about you learn to comprehend what you poorly read. the IBA is not corrupt just because the head of the organization is Russian. the ioc allowed a trans-identified male to compete instead of an actual woman in the women’s weightlifting in 2020 Tokyo. y’all seem to forget about ‘laurel’ hubbard taking a spot that should’ve gone to an actual woman.

the IBA had the DNA of both Khelif and Lin tested in Istanbul in 2022, and then again in New Delhi in 2023 to verify the results. and both came back with a male karyotype. that is why they were disqualified.

“look up q*eer laws” how about look up how women are treated in those countries and also how they label anything but a visibly obvious penis as female. just cuz Khelif and Lin were raised as female doesn’t mean they actually are female. learn to read and stop being a misogynist fuck.

“won’t specify what tests were carried out” do you ask this question when someone’s urine is being tested for drugs? or their blood? it was a fucking genetic test, which the IBA stated multiple times.

“transvestigating” no one is accusing Khelif of being trans, you fucking dipshit; we are pointing out how fucking stupid it is that someone who has XY chromosomes and was disqualified from a boxing tournament for women in 2023 was allowed to compete in another women’s boxing tournament in 2024. y’all are fucking disgusting misogynists and racists.

“in the sport where you’re supposed to hit hard” women and men should not box together on a professional level because a man’s punch can literally break bones quite easily. and i’m going to listen to the words of professional boxers and sports scientists over internet randos that think that any slight against non western males is the ultimate sin and that women should just shut up and take it. fucking choke.

the dumbest people on the planet are having a field day transvestigating a woman from a country where there are no medical services for gender transition, it is impossible to change gender on legal documents, and it's illegal to be LGBT

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Ethical considerations also arise regarding genetic privacy and discrimination. Patients must provide informed consent, understanding the implications of their genetic information. Legislation, such as the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) in the United States, seeks to protect individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information in health insurance and employment.

The Future of Genetic Testing in Cancer Care

The future of cancer care is poised to be increasingly intertwined with genetic testing. As technology advances, we can expect even more precise and comprehensive genetic tests. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning will enhance our ability to interpret vast amounts of genetic data, leading to more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatments.

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Conclusion

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Review: ★★★★★

Very funny, very educational. Love the variety of topics chosen to write about.

Notes:

WHART - animal attack/wild crime scene investigation classes (look into)

Delhi wealth holders use langur monkeys as bodyguards/guard dogs (practice used to be more common, but has since been made illegal)

New Delhi residents hate and adore the local macaque monkey menaces

Rangers and investigators can DNA test animals’ mouths/claws to verify if that animal was present during or after an attack on a person

Indian elephants steal alcohol (haaria) from brewing villagers and get hella drunk

Persistent albatross are part of the reason the military abandoned Midway Atoll

Deer freeze in front of cars because

The headlights and the cars themselves are not necessarily connected in their brains

Animals are only evolutionarily “trained” to respond to something approaching up to a certain speed - most animals don’t go 60 mph

When moose are hit by cars, they are so tall they often crush the roof by rolling over it, often killing the person inside - not to mention damaged caused by moose antlers

Researchers scare off turkey vultures by hanging a dead vulture “effigy” upside down - something about it perturbs the vultures

Carrion eating birds rip rubber bits off cars because of an off gas that smells like carrion

Seagulls have a love-hate relationship with the Vatican - They love the Vatican, the Vatican hates them

New Zealand is trying to learn how to “nicely” cull invasive species

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Toxics Link report calls for strict vigil on plastic recycling market

A report by non-profit Toxics Link, which found toxic chemicals in recycled products in Delhi's local markets and informal recycling units, suggests a set of remedial measures, including strict regulations on the recycling of plastic in Delhi and across India.

The report, titled 'Is Plastic Recycling Safe?', says even though plastic recycling mitigates pollution from incineration, reduces the burden on landfills, and generates opportunities for small and big recyclers, there is a matter of concern – the downcycling of recycled plastic products, which results in lower quality compared to virgin plastic.

Another concern relates to the efficiency of the chemical process – the presence of often toxic chemicals in the plastics, which remain through the recycling process, ending up in finished products, explained Priti Mahesh, chief program coordinator at Toxics Link..

For the study, the organization collected samples such as toys and unbranded food and drink containers mostly from Delhi's local markets and a few from informal recycling units in Daya Basti, Inderlok, and Narela between 11th October 2023 and 12th December 2023.

Most of the toxic chemicals detected were higher than the permissible limits, the report said. Among the toys, rubber ducks contained single-chain chlorinated paraffins, cadmium, nonylphenol, and high levels of DEHP and DINP phthalates. A mouth organ contained bisphenol A, nonylphenol, and DEHP phthalate.

On the other hand, water bottles and masala boxes were found to contain bisphenol A, while casseroles showed the presence of single-chain chlorinated paraffins.

According to the study, 86% of toys and 67% of plastic materials that come in contact with food contain one or more of the five toxic chemicals. Phthalates, chlorinated paraffins, heavy metals, bisphenol A, and nonylphenol can lead to long-term health impacts, including on the reproductive system and pregnancy, respiratory issues, dermal effects, and even DNA damage.

The recycling units visited by the team during the study did not follow any established safety norms or standards related to the recycling process. In molding units, where recycled pellets are used for manufacturing new products, quality and safety checks are not being conducted on the possible chemicals in the recycled pellets nor their suitability for manufacturing.

“When these units recycle plastic material into pellets, there are no processes to remove any chemical additives, which end up in these pellets. These are then used to make a range of new consumer products, such as toys, food containers or kitchen utensils,” the report says.

Based on the study, the NGO issued a set of recommendations.

Quality Control: Quality-control measures are essential in the recycling process to minimize the presence of contaminants and ensure the recycled plastic meets specific standards.

Regulatory Compliance: Government and regulatory bodies should set more guidelines and standards for recycled plastic to ensure its safety and sustainability for various applications.

Compliance with regulations helps in mitigating health and environmental risks associated with recycled plastic. The same chemical safety standards should be applied to material made with recycled plastics as well as products made from virgin plastics.

Manufacturing: The manufacturers should be encouraged, through policy and other measures, to redesign products to allow for a toxics-free circular economy, including the phase-out of toxic chemical additives.

Application-specific considerations: The suitability of recycled plastic for specific applications depends on its purity and the presence of certain chemicals. For example, food-grade recycled plastic requires proper testing and evaluation to be deemed safe.

Transparency and traceability: There is a need for plastic producers and plastic product manufacturers to list plastic ingredients, including additives, on labels. Chemical contents of plastics need to be traceable throughout their entire lifecycle.

Awareness campaigns: Initiating awareness campaigns is essential to enhance public consciousness about the health impacts associated with recycled plastics.

In-depth research and studies: The promotion of research and studies is crucial to heighten awareness and transparency concerning the chemicals present in recycled plastic.

The report quoted past studies that have stated the presence of toxic chemicals in recycled plastic products.

In India, according to the Plastic Waste Management Rules, any plastic waste that can be recycled should be channelized to registered plastic waste recyclers, and all recycling of plastic has to conform to the Indian Standard: IS 14534:1998. BIS has issued standards (IS 14534: 1998 and IS 14535: 1998) for the recovery and recycling of plastic waste, as well as the products that can be manufactured using recycled materials.

According to a report by www.techsciresearch.com, India's plastic recycling market achieved a total market volume of 54.7 metric tons in 2023 with a projected compound annual growth rate of 10.57% through 2029. It says, at present, 1,419 registered plastic waste processors are operating as per the Plastic Waste Management Rules.

The informal sector and marginalized groups, however, play a pivotal role in recycling in India, contributing a substantial 70% to the overall recycling efforts, the Toxics Links report says. Itinerant waste buyers collect approximately 6.5 to 8.5 tons of plastic waste per day, with household waste collectors accounting for a significant portion. Remarkably, 50-80% of this waste is projected to be recycled, Toxics Links says, quoting a CSE report.

It was, however, not known or stated in the report if the recyclers in the samples were registered or had the requisite permission or expertise to set up recycling units. 

Priti Mahesh told Packaging South Asia that the problem with recycled products is that they are most downcycled, which means they are converted into a different product or into some form of resin, and could have chemical contaminants in them. “There is often no proper labeling on recycled products to indicate information about their sources. We need mandatory standards on labels and the recycling process.”

Asked about big recycling with modern plants and technology, she said even though recycling is projected as an answer to tackle plastic pollution, there are global studies to show the presence of contaminants. “Many companies are not open about the chemical recycling process and the onus lies on the companies to follow all safety protocols.”

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quit projecting your stupidity onto us, dipshit. Khelif had his DNA tested in 2022 in Istanbul and again in 2023 in New Delhi to verify the results. they came back with XY chromosomes, and resulted in his disqualification. he had the chance to appeal the disqualification, and started the process, but dropped the appeal. why? why would he drop the appeal? if he were really a woman, why would he not appeal the ruling by the IBA?

Khelif is a male. stop simping for a man that beats women for fun.

poc athlete supporting each other this olympics we love to see it

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Biological Hazards in Food: Understanding the Importance of Biological Food Testing

In today's globalized food industry, ensuring food safety is paramount. Biological hazards, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites, pose a significant threat to public health. These hazards can cause a range of illnesses, from mild foodborne illnesses to severe and even life-threatening infections.

Understanding Biological Hazards

Biological hazards can contaminate food at any stage of the food chain, from production to processing to consumption. Common sources of biological contamination include:

Raw agricultural products: Raw meat, poultry, seafood, fruits, and vegetables can harbor harmful bacteria and parasites.

Cross-contamination: Biological hazards can spread from contaminated surfaces or equipment to food.

Improper processing and storage: Inadequate cooking, refrigeration, or storage can allow bacteria to multiply and produce toxins.

Importance of Biological Food Testing

Biological food testing plays a crucial role in ensuring food safety and protecting public health. Testing can be used to:

Detect the presence of harmful bacteria, viruses, and parasites in food.

Identify the source of contamination.

Verify the effectiveness of food safety measures.

Monitor food quality and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Advanced Biological Testing Methods

Advances in technology have led to the development of more sophisticated and sensitive biological testing methods.

These methods can detect even small amounts of pathogens in food, providing more accurate and reliable results.

Examples of advanced biological testing methods include:

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR): PCR can amplify specific DNA sequences, allowing for the rapid detection of even low levels of pathogens.

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA): ELISA uses antibodies to detect the presence of specific antigens, providing a quick and reliable method for pathogen identification.

Next-generation sequencing (NGS): NGS can analyze the entire genome of a sample, providing detailed information about the presence of pathogens and their potential virulence.

Attending the India Food Safety Summit

The India Food Safety Summit 2023 is a premier event for food safety professionals in India and the region.

The summit brings together experts from industry, government, and academia to discuss the latest trends and challenges in food safety.

Join us at the India Food Safety Summit on December 13th and 14th at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Mahipalpur, New Delhi.

At the summit, attendees will learn about:

The latest biological hazards and their impact on food safety.

Advanced biological testing methods and their applications.

Best practices for food safety management and prevention of biological contamination.

Regulatory requirements and compliance strategies.

The India Food Safety Summit is an excellent opportunity for food safety professionals to network, learn, and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.

Register for the India Food Safety Summit today and join the conversation about ensuring safe and healthy food for all!

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Athletes 'pretended to be women' in world championship - organizer

RTSun, 26 Mar 2023 08:45 UTC – SOTT net   © Arun SANKAR / AFPThe preliminary round of the Elite women 63-66 kgs welter category IBA Women’s World Boxing Championship 2023, in New Delhi on March 18, 2023. Several participants were disqualified from the Women’s World Boxing Championship after DNA tests rendered them ineligible, Umar Kremlev, president of the International Boxing Association…

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Athletes ‘pretended to be women’ in world championship – organizer — Apsny News

The International Boxing Association president said that some participants “were trying to fool their colleagues” Several participants were disqualified from the Women’s World Boxing Championship after DNA tests rendered them ineligible, Umar Kremlev, President of the International Boxing Association, wrote on Telegram on Saturday. The competition took place in New Delhi, India on…

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Delhi Govt expands free diagnostic services, to cover 450 tests, Health News, ET HealthWorld

Delhi Govt expands free diagnostic services, to cover 450 tests, Health News, ET HealthWorld

New Delhi: Expanding the scope of its diagnostic services for patients visiting state-run hospitals, mohalla clinics and polyclinics, the Delhi government on Tuesday said that from January 1, a total of 450 tests will be provided for free, up from the existing 200-odd. Some of the tests that will be free include Hepatitis B antigen, Hepatitis C virus, HIV, Hepatitis B DNA, Hepatitis C RNA, HPV…

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Second boxer at center of gender controversy wins Olympic gold

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Second boxer at center of gender controversy wins Olympic gold

Lin Yu-ting of the Chinese Taipei team defeated Poland’s Julia Szeremeta in the women’s featherweight finals

Chinese Taipei’s Lin Yu-ting won Olympic gold in featherweight boxing in Paris on Saturday, defeating Poland’s Julia Szeremeta. The victory comes amid controversy over Lin’s gender identity. Lin, who won in a unanimous decision, was one of the athletes disqualified from the Women’s World Boxing Championship in New Delhi in 2023 after failing the International Boxing Association’s (IBA) gender eligibility tests. Commenting on the results, the organization’s president, Umar Kremlev, said the tests “proved they had XY chromosomes and were thus excluded from the sports events.” The International Olympic Committee (IOC) admitted Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif – who was also disqualified from last year’s tournament – to the Paris Games. 

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Boxer at center of gender controversy wins Olympic gold

Earlier this month, IOC spokesman Mark Adams claimed that all the athletes “comply with the eligibility rules,” while casting doubt on the tests conducted by the IBA last year. On Friday, Khelif won Olympic gold, defeating China’s Yang Liu in the women’s welterweight finals. Both Lin and Khelif have been at the center of a heated debate due to their failed DNA tests, with some commentators arguing that it is unfair to allow people with male genetic characteristics to compete against female athletes. Supporters, however, say it is not clear whether the tests found XY chromosomes or elevated testosterone in their blood samples. Two years ago, the IBA, which is headed by Kremlev, a Russian national, overturned a ban on Russian and Belarusian boxers, becoming one of the few global sports bodies to allow athletes from the two countries to compete with their national flags and anthems despite international sanctions. In 2023, the IOC stripped the IBA of its recognition over an alleged failure to implement governance and finance reforms, and took charge of boxing at the Paris Olympics.

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