Analytical Services

analytical-icon-newThe analytical services offered by Innovative Research Solutions are mainly aimed at problem solving.  These tests mainly include non-routine chemical, biochemical and microbiological testing that will assist (i) identification/qualification of a problem, (ii) problem investigation, (iii) technology transfer, (iv) problem solving and (v) recommendations.

The analytical services offered do not compete with main stream routine analytical services offered by various companies in South Africa.  It rather utilizes analytical methods to investigate problematic areas within the food industry, usually associated with new products and ingredient development.

Some of the tests includes:

  • Qualification and quantification of enzymes and/or enzymatic reactions within food matrices
  • Qualification and quantification of oxidative reactions within food matrices
  • Organic compound analysis, including pesticides, melamine etc.
  • Spoilage organisms in food matrices as well as route-cause analysis
  • Assay development