Welcome to QIB Extra
Improving the productivity of our customers to ensure the quality and safety of their products.
Bespoke Scientific Research
Expertise in food science and innovation and gut health, including the microbiome.
TraDIS-Xpress
TraDIS-Xpress is a high-resolution whole-genome assay that identifies genes affecting bacterial fitness using dense mutant libraries and outward-facing promoters.
Food Safety - Microbiology
QIB Extra offers a rapid, confidential and cost-effective way to address your microbiological needs.
Analysis of Food Bioactives
Food bioactives, particularly plant based bioactives, are the focus of intense research with regards to their beneficial health properties.
Consultancy
Tap into our expertise through consultancy of Research Leaders based at Quadram Institute Bioscience.
Food Quality Nutritional Analysis
QIB Extra can help your business in all aspects of food quality; shelf-life, authenticity, texture analysis and product development.
Facilities and Equipment
Access state of the art facilities and equipment at Quadram Institute, including the clinical research facility and level 3 laboratory (CL3).
National Collection of Yeast Cultures (NCYC)
National Collection of Yeast Cultures (NCYC) provides a range of yeast related services for the brewing and baking industry and academic researchers.
Nutritional Information Solutions (NIS)
Nutritional Information Solutions provides a service to calculate front and back of pack food labelling for food producers.
Applied Contract Research and Analytical Services for Industry
QIB Extra provides customers with solutions to their problems by carrying out bespoke research and market-leading services for the food, health and allied industries.
By accessing the world-leading research expertise, facilities and equipment at Quadram Institute Bioscience, QIB Extra works with customers to build both highly focused and multidisciplinary projects in the areas of scientific research, analysis and consultancy according to specific customer requirements. QIB Extra facilitates projects in a cost-effective and timely manner from the project design and planning stage through to the execution and completion of your project.
One of the major objectives of QIB Extra is to simplify and speed up the interaction between academia and commercial partners. Operating for over 10 years, QIB Extra has a proven track record of delivering commercially successful consultancies and research projects of varying length and value. For more information on how QIB Extra can help your business, see below service areas;
Food Bioactives, particularly plant-based bioactives, are the focus of intense research with regards to their beneficial health properties.
Tap into the expertise of Quadram Institute Bioscience through consultancies in areas including, food safety, sequencing, bioinfirmatics, the microbiome, novel foods, nutrition, and more.
Maxmise the impact of your knowledge and expertise through consultancy supported by QIB Extra
Our bioanalysis consultancy offers specialised analysis of polyphenols, fatty acids, bile acids, and metabolites, with access to advanced mass spectrometry equipment, expert training, and support for your research and product development.
Including food science and innovation, gut health (inc. microbiome) and microbes in the food chain.
QIB Extra tests for toxin types B and E as these are the common toxins associated with chilled food products however tests for other botulinum toxins are also available.
The Clinical Research Facility at the Quadram Institute offers advanced resources for health research, including clinical spaces and a DXA scanner, with QIB Extra providing access to external clients.
QIB Extra’s LC-MS equipment provides advanced, high-speed, and precise testing for pharmaceuticals, environment, and food, with flexible support for researchers.
Access the Quadram Institute's expertise in sequencing and sample extraction through QIB Extra to maximise the effectiveness of your sequencing projects and pipelines.
Our DNA sequencing service utilises Short- and Long-Read technologies for comprehensive genomic analysis, offering expert guidance in experimental design, data interpretation, and strategic planning.
Our pathogen food challenge testing services to evaluate the effectiveness of your food safety protocols by introducing targeted pathogens, helping you ensure your products meet the highest safety standards.
TraDIS-Xpress is a high-resolution, whole-genome assay that identifies novel mechanisms of triclosan action and resistance.
Our microscopy services cater to diverse biomedical and food research needs. Access cutting-edge equipment, personalised training, and comprehensive support for image acquisition, processing, and analysis.
Specialising in polyphenol analysis, our advanced techniques ensure accurate identification in client samples, offering precise results through tailored processing and consultation.
QIB Extra offers a rapid, confidential and cost-effective way to address your microbiological needs.
QIB Extra can help your business in all aspects of food quality; shelf-life, authenticity, texture analysis and product consistency.
National Collection of Yeast Cultures (NCYC) provides a range of yeast related services for the brewing and baking industry and academic researchers.
Nutritional Information Solutions provides a cost effective service to calculate front and back of pack food labelling for food producers.
More about our services
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Latest News
06/11/2023
QIB Extra recently introduced TraDIS-Xpress, a groundbreaking service designed to assess the importance of individual genes in a bacterial genome within specific conditions. This service helps generate libraries of distinct mutants, gauges the impact on gene expression, and facilitates the examination of essential genes. It's a significant step forward for genetic investigations.
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31/10/2023
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