Food Microbiology (Water Analysis)

Carry out and support teaching, research and extension activities in the area of Food Microbiology. Microbiological analyzes are carried out using conventional and molecular methods for research and enumeration of pathogenic microorganisms and contamination indicators, in order to determine the safety and microbiological quality of food. The Laboratory is also the headquarters of the Extension Group in Water and Food Microbiology (Gema²), which aims to contribute to the training of students and serve the community, through extension courses and provision of water and food microbiological analysis services.