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Stay at the forefront of innovation with state-of-the-art flow cytometry technology

bNovate supports research, innovation and field studies by providing an easy-to-use solution for microbiological water analysis

Laboratory Scientist

Easy-to-use water quality analyser for research institutions

In research, having precise, reproducible and accessible microbiological data is essential for breakthroughs. With BactoSense, you get:

 

  • Microbial dynamics at single-cell resolution.

  • Fluorescence and scattering high-content data for further exploration.

  • Unprecedented possibilities to capture the dynamics of microbial communities.

  • A state-of-the-art flow cytometer, developed for your projects outside of the lab.

 

The BactoSense portfolio empowers researchers to make meaningful discoveries with quantitative, high-resolution data that captures microbial dynamics. Accurately tracking microbial communities across environments enhances data depth.

Challenges in research institutions

Whether you’re assessing water quality in urban swimming areas, studying groundwater resilience, or piloting sanitation innovations, our BactoSense portfolio offers a versatile and portable microbiological monitoring solution that adapts to the demands of field research.

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High-resolution microbial analysis

Water researchers require fast, accurate monitoring to capture subtle variations in microbial populations. BactoSense’s scientific package, with FCS export and multiple cartridge options, allows for custom cell analysis across sample types, meeting the varied demands of water researchers.

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Field experiment reliability

Our BactoSense solutions provide robust, field-ready data collection tools to withstand environmental variability, as demonstrated in groundwater quality studies and urban water safety. The system’s transportability and ease of use make it an ideal tool for in-lab and on-site applications. 

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Industrial relevance

Our BactoSense portfolio supports data-driven impact by enabling real-time microbial monitoring and high-frequency sampling, allowing research institutions to develop and pilot methods with potential for industry-wide scalability.

BactoSense solutions for

research institutions

From testing theoretical models in real-world settings to advancing water analysis techniques, our solutions support every step. Experience a state-of-the-art microbiological analyser that helps institutions stay ahead by streamlining data collection, enhancing confidence in field results and delivering reliable, consistent data.

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Support research innovation

  • BactoSense is a Rapid Microbial Method (RMM) designed to support techniques for in-depth analysis.

  • Get precise microbial profiling across environments, from freshwater ecosystems to groundwater wells.

  • Our scientific package provides enhanced functionalities, supporting method development and publication efforts.

     

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Data-driven field validation

  • BactoSense delivers lab-grade accuracy in a portable solution, giving you the confidence to conduct precise microbiological analyses directly in the field.

  • For instance, groundwater researchers in Iceland used BactoSense to assess borehole quality and optimise well catchment, while Swiss utilities deployed it to monitor groundwater resilience to flooding events.
     

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Empowering industrial impact

  • BactoSense fosters data-driven impact by supporting the development of field-proven methodologies for various industries.

  • BactoSense helps researchers contribute to industrial best practices, prioritising water safety by supporting scalable methodologies.
     

 

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Suitability for all applications

  • BactoSense and its scientific package provide essential tools for data-driven insights. Researchers can track microbial changes at a fine level, validate model predictions and quickly react to microbial anomalies detected in field studies.

  • BactoSense's versatile cartridge options allow users to experience different cell features, making it suitable for varied applications, from contamination detection to real-time safety alerts in recreational water areas.

A reliable partner in your success

Reliable and compliant data management is essential in all research sectors. See how our BactoSense solutions can support your next research project. 

Some peer-reviewed articles featuring BactoSense

Computational Surveillance of Microbial Water Quality With
Online Flow Cytometry
Automated flow cytometry (FCM) adapted to real-time quality surveillance provides high-temporal-resolution data about the microbial communities in a water system.
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