Detection of pathogenic E. coli (STEC)
The ISO reference method for detection of shiga toxin producing E. coli requires enrichment cultures followed by real time PCR analyses. Reporterphages can be used during the enrichment culture for rapid pathogen detection.
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Projectlead
Co-Projectlead
Dr. Mario Hupfeld (NEMIS Technologies AG)
Project team
Project partners
NEMIS Technologies AG
Project status
ongoing, started 10/2025
Institute/Centre
Institute of Food and Beverage Innovation (ILGI)
Funding partner
Innosuisse Innovationsscheck
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