MICROBIOLOGY FOR INNOVATORS.
MICROBIOLOGY FOR YOU.
Progress begins when you challenge the status quo, and bioMérieux is here to support that ambition every step of the way. We combine microbiology, genomics, and your facility’s data to drive smarter decisions, faster.
Find us at IAFP 2026 in New Orleans to discuss how we can help you move food safety and quality forward.
Get A Sneak Peek Of Our Posters & Presentations
P1-167 | Automated DNA Extraction Enhances Salmonella Quantification Across Diverse Food Matrices
Automation is transforming how we approach Salmonella quantification.
The study validated an automated DNA extraction platform within the GENE-UP® QUANT Salmonella MPN–qPCR workflow and demonstrated accurate, reproducible Salmonella quantification across beef and poultry matrices. Results were statistically equivalent to the reference method, showing that automation can reduce hands-on work and improve laboratory efficiency without compromising reliability.
Key takeaway: This workflow combines accuracy with efficiency—reducing manual steps and extraction time without sacrificing reliability.
Why it matters: Reliable quantification depends on consistent sample preparation. Automation can help laboratories improve reproducibility, reduce hands-on work, and generate results with greater confidence.
See the full data and talk to our scientists at IAFP — poster presentation takes place Monday, July 27.
P1-173 | Rapid Pathogen Screening in Beef: 4-Hour Molecular Detection of Salmonella and STEC Using MicroTally Cloth Sampling with GENE-UP®
This study demonstrated that a 4-hour enrichment and GENE-UP® molecular workflow with automated DNA extraction can rapidly and accurately detect Salmonella and E. coli O157:H7 from MicroTally cloth samples. Results showed 100% agreement with reference culture methods, enabling faster screening and earlier food safety decision-making.
Key takeaway: A 4-hour enrichment followed by molecular screen using automated extraction provides equivalent detection to reference methods, enabling processors to prioritize containment and root-cause investigations ahead of culture confirmation.
Why it matters: Rapid, early screening for foodborne pathogens can accelerate decision-making in beef processing.
See the full data and talk to our scientists at IAFP — poster presentation takes place Monday, July 27.
P1-168 | Validation of Two Enzyme-Linked Fluorescent Immunoassay and Two Real-Time PCR Methods for Detecting Listeria spp. and Listeria monocytogenes in Environmental Aqueous Chilling Solutions
This study evaluates two VIDAS® and two GENE-UP® methods for detecting Listeria spp. and Listeria monocytogenes in aqueous chilling solutions.
Key takeaway: VIDAS® and GENE-UP® assays delivered Listeria spp. and L. monocytogenes detection performance equivalent to the USDA reference method in brine samples.
Why it matters: Consistent detection in brine and chilling solutions can help food processors strengthen environmental monitoring programs and maintain confidence in control measures.
See the full data and talk to our scientists at IAFP — poster presentation takes place Monday, July 27.
P2-048 | Evaluation of GENE-UP® PRO Lyco for Detecting Spoilage Organisms, Oenococcus oeni, Levilactobacillus brevis and Zygosaccharomyces parabailii, in Ketchup
Spoilage doesn’t always show up where—or when—you expect it.
This poster shares new research on detecting key spoilage organisms in acidic foods like ketchup using GENE-UP® PRO Lyco.
Key takeaway: GENE-UP® PRO Lyco reliably detected multiple spoilage organisms in ketchup and demonstrated the ability to identify both yeast and bacterial spoilers in a single workflow, helping manufacturers respond faster to spoilage risks.
Why it matters: Spoilage in products like sauces and ketchup can be difficult to catch using traditional methods, making early detection with molecular methods more advantageous for identifying potential spoilage organisms.
See the full data and talk to our scientists at IAFP — poster presentation takes place Tuesday, July 28.
P2-049 | Strengthening Produce Safety With STEC Pathogenicity Testing
Produce growers and processors face ongoing challenges from pathogenic E. coli contamination. This study demonstrates how the GENE UP® Pathogenic E. coli (PEC) assay can rapidly identify high-risk EHEC strains in raw onions by targeting pathogenicity genes highly correlated with the co-location of virulence genes.
Key takeaway: The GENE-UP® PEC assay delivered highly accurate pathogen detection with 100% agreement to reference confirmation methods while helping to reduce unconfirmed positives.
Why it matters: Rapid, reliable screening for pathogenic E. coli can help food manufacturers strengthen food safety programs, improve confidence in testing results, and support faster decision-making.
See the full data and talk to our scientists at IAFP — poster presentation takes place Tuesday, July 28.
Can’t-Miss Symposia Featuring bioMérieux Experts
The Utilization of Large-Scale Sequence Databases for Foodborne Pathogen Characterization and Functional Genomics
July 27 | 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
What if the key to preventing contamination and spoilage was already within the data? This session explores how genomics, metagenomics, and large-scale sequence databases are transforming food safety and quality by revealing deeper insights into microbial communities, functionality, and risk.
Learn how advanced genomic approaches can help food manufacturers move beyond detection and root-cause investigations toward a more predictive understanding of contamination, spoilage, and operational risk.
Genomic Analyses to Rank Foodborne Pathogens by Risk
July 28 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM
Food safety programs have become highly effective at detecting pathogens—but how do we determine which findings represent the greatest risk?
This session explores how whole genome sequencing and advanced genomic analysis are helping distinguish pathogen subtypes with different virulence characteristics and public health impacts. By integrating genomic intelligence into risk assessment, organizations can better prioritize resources, focus interventions, and strengthen preventive food safety programs.
Environmental Monitoring and Zone 1 Swabs: Hard Lessons from the Turkey Bacon Recall
July 29 | 8:30 – 10:00 AM
What we learn from a difficult situation defines how we respond in the future. This panel discussion will examine the key takeaways from a major ready-to-eat meat recall linked to Listeria contamination.
You'll gain insight into the balance between compliance requirements and best-practice risk-management, which is especially critical when regulatory policy lags behind scientific understanding.
Using Metagenomics to Solve Real-World Food Safety and Quality Challenges
July 29 | 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Today’s food safety challenges are rarely simple—and neither are the microbial ecosystems behind them. This session highlights how metagenomics is being used to uncover hidden insights in complex samples, enabling teams to solve real-world safety and quality challenges faster.
Explore how this powerful approach can reveal what traditional methods may miss, supporting more comprehensive and actionable decision-making.
Meet The bioMérieux Panelists
Calling All Innovators
Food safety should is driven by people who challenge what’s possible. We're here to support changemakers with advanced microbial diagnostics and cutting-edge genomics. Get in touch to start the conversation with our team.
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