Microscopy services

The Microscopy team at Campden BRI offers a comprehensive range of analytical techniques to support its customers. From foreign body identification, troubleshooting problems with food packaging materials, to the investigation and screening of a wide range of samples, some of them non-food materials, the team carries out a wide range of projects.

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Working to decipher toxigenic profiles in foodborne bacterial pathogens

See what we have been doing to enhance our understanding and detection of foodborne toxins.


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Exploring the effectiveness of natural antimicrobials as an alternative to synthetic preservatives

Discover what we have been doing in the area of natural antimicrobial testing, to help support those thinking about adding natural antimicrobials into their ...


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What is STEC and why is it a risk in sprouted seeds?

Having been accredited with an extension to scope for STEC detection in sprouted seeds (TES-MB-225), we explore why STEC is a risk in sprouted seeds and how ...


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5 reasons to refresh your process validation in a fast-changing world

In this short video, Rob Limburn, Deputy Head of Microbiology, outlines five of the most common reasons why you might need to re-validate your processes.


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New Listeria legislation for ready to eat foods: Are you ready?

Linda Everis, Microbiology Safety and Spoilage Lead, explains what the 2026 change means for food business operators. Don't miss our free consultation offer ...


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Accelerated shelf-life testing of food and beverage products

Here we outline the services we offer in this area, signpost other useful tools, and unpack some of the key considerations and limitations for conducting acc...



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