Advanced Analysis Centre

Bespoke compositional analysis, biomarker technologies, advanced data handling and modelling to drive innovation in the agri-environment, food, bio-refining and healthcare sectors.

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Modern laboratories with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation, providing a supportive research environment to fulfil our collaborators’ testing needs. There are dedicated areas for sample preparation and extraction prior to screening, targeting and quantifying compounds of interest. Experienced staff can facilitate and support you in your own method development, or perform the complete analytical workflow, as required.

Where Advanced Science Unlocks Product Potential

With dedicated technical support staff, integrated industrial biotechnology and our Future Food Centre under the same roof, and access to Aberystwyth University's renowned academic expertise, the AberInnovation Advanced Analysis Centre is the perfect place for your product and process development needs.

Let's discuss your testing needs

We provide spacious modern laboratories supporting diverse analytical and microbiological needs for all.

AberInnovation has close links with researchers throughout Aberystwyth University to consult on projects, when required, including close interaction with Aberystwyth University’s Well-being and Heath Assessment Research Unit (WARU) for food intervention studies.

In support of biorefining, fermentation, recipe development, and stand alone projects, there are abilities for:

  • Advanced compositional testing
  • Food composition
  • Food functionality
  • Food quality
  • Product safety
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Cutting-Edge Instruments, Limitless Possibilities:

Our laboratory features a comprehensive suite of advanced analytical equipment:

  • Ultra High Performance Liquid Chromatography coupled with Mass Spectrometry (UHPLC-MS)
  • High Performance Liquid Chromatography with various detectors (HPLC)
  • Gas Chromatography coupled with Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
  • Gas chromatography with Flame Ionization Detector (GC-FID)
  • Ion Chromatography (IC)
  • Iconically Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP-OES)

What We Can Uncover for You - Molecular Detective Work:

  • Targeted quantification – metabolites and molecules can be identified in complex mixtures
  • Metabolomics – dietary exposure biomarkers and functional compounds
  • Comprehensive profiling and structural elucidation – targeted analysis of metabolites in bio-extracts
  • Trace elemental analysis – nutrients and impurities
  • Chemical content analysis – including sugars, organic acids, fatty acids, lipids
  • Rancidity
  • Calorimetry
  • Colour
  • Texture
  • Microbiological testing and somatic cell count

Your Project, Your Way

We are able to offer our lab spaces for private hire, or we are able to perform contract testing work. If you don’t see the testing you require, please contact our friendly team to discuss your requirements.
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Technical Features

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Biomarker Analysis
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Food Bioactives Discovery
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Chromatography Laboratories
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Integrated with Future Food Centre
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Integrated with Biorefining Centre
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Shelf Life Testing

Campus Features

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Co-working Spaces
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Cold Rooms
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Conferencing and Meeting Spaces
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EV Charging
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Flexible Lease Terms
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Hazardous Waste Disposal
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On-Site Parking
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Private Lab Hire
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Showers and Locker Facilities
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Superfast Connectivity