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April 8, 2026
ESCMID Global 2026 with poster presentation from our institute
"Clinical study on the influence of regular use of alcohol-based hand rubs on the skin microbiome" is the title of the poster that Dr. Florian H. H. Brill will present at ESCMID Global 2026 - the Congress of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. ESCMID Global is the largest international gathering of clinical microbiologists and infectious disease specialists and will take place this year from April 17-21, 2026, in Munich. The full program and further information about the congress can be found HERE. As always, Dr. Brill will be available for personal discussions at the event in Munich. If you would like to arrange an appointment in advance, simply send an email to info@brillhygiene.com. We look forward to getting to know you or seeing you again there! Session type: Poster session Poster number : P3852 Poster title: Clinical study on the influence of regular use of alcohol-based hand rubs on the skin microbiome Authors: FHH Brill, M Alawi, JH Klock, D Prasse, L Passvogel Session title: 08h. Disinfection & sterilisation (incl medical device reprocessing) Session date: 21 April 2026 Session time and location : 12:00 - 13:30 in the Poster Hall B3 Link to this program item: HERE Abstract: HERE
April 8, 2026
Topic: “AI and Digital Tools (in Hygiene)” at the Online Update on Hygiene and Infection Prevention #20
Look forward to the first edition of the 2026 Online Update on Hygiene and Infection Prevention, focusing on AI and digital tools (in hygiene). As part of the HIHeal (Hygiene, Infection & Health) next level innovation network, this event is jointly organized by Life Science Nord, the Hospital Hygiene Department at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, and the DR. BRILL INSTITUTE. Topic of this edition: AI and digital tools (in hygiene). You can look forward to two conventional presentations and a live demo of an AI assistant. Presentations (in German) and speakers: Einsatz digitaler Tools im Hygienemanagement - Bettenaufbereitung und OP-Instrumente (The Use of Digital Tools in Hygiene Management – Bed Preparation and Surgical Instruments) Tobias Gebhardt / Hypros GmbH Corona-Pandemie, Hawthorne-Effekt und Gruppenverhalten – welche Einblicke in das Händehygiene-Verhalten erlaubt elektronisches Monitoring? (The COVID-19 Pandemic, the Hawthorne Effect, and Group Behavior – What Insights Does Electronic Monitoring Provide into Hand Hygiene Behavior?) Dr. Heide Niesalla / BODE Chemie GmbH Live-Demo des Biomed_Advisor – Der KI-Assistent für Spitzenforschung (Live demo of Biomed_Advisor – The AI assistant for cutting-edge research) Katrin Böhler und Michael Haag / GRAU DATA GmbH We cordially invite you to this event and look forward to your participation and the opportunity to exchange ideas with you and our experts. The event will take place on Zoom. You will automatically receive the link to the meeting via email along with your registration confirmation. You can find all further information and the registration form HERE.
March 30, 2026
Are Your Data Compliant? New ERA Guideline for Human Medicinal Products in Force Since September 2024
The revised Guideline on the Environmental Risk Assessment of Medicinal Products for Human Use (EMEA/CHMP/SWP/4447/00 Rev. 1 – Corr.) came into force in September 2024. For pharmaceutical companies, it introduces additional requirements for Environmental Risk Assessments (ERA). We can support you in meeting these expectations – efficiently, scientifically robust, and fully aligned with the latest regulatory standards.   Our Services for Pharmaceutical Companies Systematic literature review in accordance with the current ERA guideline Gap analysis: identification of missing studies and data gaps Evaluation and conduct of Phase I/II ERAs Support in responding to authority queries Why choose Dr. Brill Regulatory Services? With more than 20 years of experience in environmental risk assessment, Heike Schimmelpfennig brings extensive expertise from industry, regulatory authorities, and international regulatory frameworks – including over 10 years at ECHA and collaborations with EMA. You will benefit from a unique combination of regulatory know how, scientific expertise, and hands on dossier experience.   Want to Ensure Full ERA Compliance? We support you from initial screening to developing complete assessment documents – compliant, efficient, and strategically sound.   Contact us for a non binding consultation - here: Contact.   Dr. Brill Regulatory Services – Your Partner for Regulatory Excellence in the Pharmaceutical Sector

Efficacy tests Disinfectants according to DIN EN 14885 | Preservation load tests according to Pharm. Eur. 5.1. 3 USP, ISO 11930 | Efficacy tests antifouling products according to ASTM D3623-78a and ASTM D6990-20 | In vitro toxicity tests according to ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-23 | Validation reprocessing medical devices according to ISO 17664-1 and -2 | Efficacy tests antimicrobial and antiviral surfaces and treated articles according to ISO 22196, ISO 21702, ISO 20743 and ISO 18846 | Efficacy tests biofilm removal according to ASTM E2532 (CDC Reactor), ASTM 2799-12 (MBEC), ISO 85583-5 (flexible endoscopes) and according to Stürmer et al. (wound) | Tests on the resistance of car air conditioning systems to biofilms | Material tests on biogenic sulfuric acid corrosion | Investigations on microbially influenced metal corrosion | Implementation of research projects | Efficacy tests of household hygiene products according to EN 17658 | Preparation of registration documents for biocidal products