Research areas
- Life & Medical Sciences
Website
Available for external users?
Yes
Description
At AZTI they use biosensing methods to support environmental monitoring programmes, monitor the presence of pathogens and detect specific contaminants in marine and coastal waters.
Equipment
- Molecular technologies to identify microorganisms, indicator species or pathogens through genetic analysis.
- Sensors and biosensors to enable the presence of chemical or biological substances to be measured directly in the aquatic environment.
- Rapid detection techniques, useful to obtain results quickly and act swiftly in response to potential environmental or health risks.
Services
- Detection and identification of microorganisms, indicator species and pathogens in marine environments
- Measurement of chemical and biological contaminants in water
- Rapid detection of environmental and health risks
- Support for water quality management and marine health and safety
Location
AZTI
- Derio (Bizkaia Technology Park): Astondo Bidea, Edificio 609, 48160 Derio, Bizkaia
- Sukarrieta (Head Office): Txatxarramendi ugartea z/g, 48395 Sukarrieta, Bizkaia
- Pasaia: Herrera Kaia, Portualdea z/g, 20110 Pasaia, Gipuzkoa
Other info
Food safety and quality:
- Biotechnology, biological processes and systems
- Bio-health technologies
Application sectors
- Agri-food
