Andrzej Benkowski

Andrzej Benkowski

Technical Manager, Probiotics & Dietary Supplements

As the Technical Manager at Eurofins Center of Excellence for Probiotics, Andrzej Benkowski brings over 18 years of expertise in biotics quality management, testing, and technology. With a strong technical background in food microbiology, Andrzej specializes in contract R&D, method development, and pioneering technologies for probiotic evaluation.

Since 2019, Andrzej has chaired the International Probiotic Association (IPA) Technical Committee and has been a member of the IPA Board of Directors since early 2024. He also contributes to the IPA Postbiotics Committee and has served as the IPA expert liaison with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) TC34/SC9 Working Group 11 since 2022, co-convening their Enumeration Subgroup.

Andrzej is dedicated to advancing the biotics industry by setting rigorous standards and driving innovation with a focus on quality.

Outside of his professional and scientific achievements, Andrzej is a member of the Eurofins Madison Site Employee Engagement Team and manages the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for the site. A founding member of the funk band Steez, he also plays saxophone, synthesizers, and vocals. Andrzej enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his family, and pretending to be a coffee aficionado. Additionally, he has a passion for collecting sneakers and fitted hats.

Below are resources from Andrzej:

Probiotic Yeast Enumeration by Flow Cytometry: Method Modification Verification of ISO 19344(B)

In this poster, Eurofins describes how the utility of flow cytometry was expanded further by applying modifications to ISO 19344(B) in order to accurately quantify the yeast in the sample.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Probiotics Yeast

Comparison of the BACGene Real-Time PCR and BAX® System PCR Methods for the Detection of Salmonella in Pet Food

This analysis compares BACGene Real-Time PCR and BAX® System PCR Methods for the Detection of Salmonella in Pet Food.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Pet

Case Study: Leading Food Producer Turns to ExpressMicro

In this case study learn more about how the unique Eurofins ExpressMicro service molded to meet the needs and became the preferred solution, saving both time and money for a leading food producer.

Keywords: Case Study Microbiology Food 3rd party testing

How ExpressMicro gets you the speed of local food testing without a local lab

At Eurofins, ExpressMicro samples arrive at the lab in the early morning hours, six to eleven hours earlier than other labs—and we deliver results up to eight hours faster than standard next-day air shipping.

Keywords: Video Microbiology Food ExpressMicro

The Eurofins Microbiology Laboratories Network

Eurofins Microbiology network has a one-stop-shop approach that allows you to work with one lab, receive one report, and one invoice saving you both time and money.

Keywords: Video Microbiology

Pathogen Testing: Immunoassay vs. Molecular Methods

With so many food pathogen detection methods available deciding which is most suitable to your process, product and facility can be difficult. Read more as Eurofins dissects the pros and cons of immunoassay and molecular methodology.

Keywords: Blog Microbiology Pathogen

Pathogens in Hemp: Why is Aspergillus a concern?

This blog discusses the importance of testing aspergillus in hemp and cbd products.

Keywords: Blog Microbiology Hemp & CBD Aspergillus Pathogen

Hemp Testing Considerations for Farmers and Processors

It’s no secret that hemp is a fast-growing market with applications in a wide range of products from supplements to clothing. Watch this comprehensive webinar in which Eurofins experts discuss hemp testing considerations for hemp farmers and processors including genetic, microbiological, and analytical testing.

Keywords: Webinar Microbiology On-Site Hemp & CBD NIR

Assessing Robustness of Salmonella and Listeria detection by Loop-mediated AMPlification (LAMP) - Brown, Legan

This poster—originally presented at IFT’s annual 2019 meeting—seeks to determine the robustness of LAMP pathogen assays by testing wide variations in temperature, incubation time, and other conditions, to facilitate efficient laboratory operation in “real world” conditions.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Pathogen

Comparison of the BACGene Listeria spp. Real Time PCR and BAX® System 24E Genus Listeria PCR Methods for the Detection of Genus Listeria in Food and Environmental Samples from Two Dairy Production Facilities

A large dairy product manufacturer expressed interest in an alternate PCR method for the detection of Genus Listeria in their environmental and product testing program due to recurring false-positive detections and high levels of environmental Genus Listeria positives in the recent past. Our objective was to compare the performance of two PCR based methods for Genus Listeria detection.

Keywords: Scientific Research Environmental Microbiology Pathogen Method Development Dairy

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