Microbial Analysis
Microbial Analysis specializes in microbiological diagnostics and research, focusing on preventing and controlling biofilms, MIC (microbiologically influenced corrosion), and other microbial-related issues in industrial processes, water systems, and infrastructure. They utilize advanced DNA analysis techniques such as Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), qPCR, and DNA/RNA technology to provide tailored solutions, risk assessments, and effective mitigation strategies. With a strong emphasis on innovation, space-derived technology, and international collaboration, they serve clients across various sectors including energy, water treatment, infrastructure, and industry.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Microbial Analysis
Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands, Europe
Products
Integrated laboratory information management system (LIMS)
A laboratory information management platform to process, manage and visualise molecular analysis data; licensed to third parties.
Sampling kits
Pre-packaged sampling materials with step-by-step protocols designed for multiple matrices and safe shipment to the laboratory.
Integrated laboratory information management system (LIMS)
A laboratory information management platform to process, manage and visualise molecular analysis data; licensed to third parties.
Sampling kits
Pre-packaged sampling materials with step-by-step protocols designed for multiple matrices and safe shipment to the laboratory.
Services
MIC Prevent Services
Risk assessment, monitoring plans and preventive measures to minimise microbiologically influenced corrosion in pipelines, infrastructure and industrial systems.
MIC Diagnostic (laboratory & field investigation)
Comprehensive diagnostic service combining microbiological assays, metallurgical and mineralogical analyses and microscopy to determine MIC involvement and mechanisms.
Biocide efficacy testing
Laboratory tests that mimic customer-specific process conditions to evaluate different biocides, concentrations and contact times and generate a recommended treatment protocol.
Detecting pathogens and contaminant organisms (qPCR/NGS)
Targeted qPCR and broad NGS-based identification of bacteria, archaea, fungi and eukaryotes in environmental and process samples, with interpretation support.
Biological process control services
Advice and analytical support to make biological production processes transparent and controllable, in collaboration with bioprocess specialists.
In-house qPCR implementation and support
Assessment, hardware and software installation, staff training, supervised start-up and ongoing quality control, plus optional back-up laboratory capacity.
MIC Prevent Services
Risk assessment, monitoring plans and preventive measures to minimise microbiologically influenced corrosion in pipelines, infrastructure and industrial systems.
MIC Diagnostic (laboratory & field investigation)
Comprehensive diagnostic service combining microbiological assays, metallurgical and mineralogical analyses and microscopy to determine MIC involvement and mechanisms.
Biocide efficacy testing
Laboratory tests that mimic customer-specific process conditions to evaluate different biocides, concentrations and contact times and generate a recommended treatment protocol.
Detecting pathogens and contaminant organisms (qPCR/NGS)
Targeted qPCR and broad NGS-based identification of bacteria, archaea, fungi and eukaryotes in environmental and process samples, with interpretation support.
Biological process control services
Advice and analytical support to make biological production processes transparent and controllable, in collaboration with bioprocess specialists.
In-house qPCR implementation and support
Assessment, hardware and software installation, staff training, supervised start-up and ongoing quality control, plus optional back-up laboratory capacity.
Expertise Areas
- Microbial community profiling
- Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) diagnosis and mitigation
- Biocide efficacy testing and optimisation
- qPCR and vPCR assay development and implementation
Key Technologies
- Next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- Quantitative PCR (qPCR)
- Viability PCR (vPCR)
- DNA and RNA-based molecular assays