We are developing a test system that can detect the formation/ accumulation of
pathogens and their adaptation of pathogens (based on their DNA) in recycled processing environments, effect on human micro-biome, risk of accumulation of food safety hazards in an ever-increasing, circular way. The test system consists of a microfluidic platform which performs sample preparation, library preparation and is integrated with an Oxford Nanopore Sequencer. This allows next generation sequencing at the point of need (e.g. a food production plant) in a small device by users without any knowledge of molecular biology.

The Laboratory for MEMS Applications at the University of Freiburg develops microanalysissystem for life science applications and brings the results to market in cooperation with industry. We are in close cooperation with the research institute Hahn-Schickard, which gives us access to an ISO13485 certified production line for microfluidic cartridges.