Capability Statement

Environmental pathogens seeks to provide high quality independent advice, consultancy and analytical services in the area of environmental microbiology.

We use state-of-the-art laboratories in Canberra, Sydney, Newcastle and New Zealand.

We draw on a wide range of academics and businesses to achieve our goals and apply expert knowledge to particular problems.

The company has significant experience in the detection of  pathogens, especially human enteric viruses and parasites, in a variety of environmental samples.

Specialised services in Environmental Virology, Parasitology & Microbiology are offered including the detection of

• Human & animal viruses
• Parasites: including helminthes and protozoa
• Shellfish & oyster analysis for human pathogens
• Bacteriophage
• Bacterial pathogens and
• Toxins.

as well as specialised techniques involving

• Molecular biology and  Nucleic acid amplification (PCR)
• Human and animal cell cultures
• Epidemiological studies & Human health
• Virucidal studies
• Electron microscopy

The company also offers consultancy services including risk assessment analysis and has the ability to undertake contract R & D projects.

Full chemical  and routine microbiological analyses on samples can also be undertaken in association with accredited laboratories in Sydney.

Specialised Ultrafiltration units for virus & parasite detection in water and effluent samples can also be purchased.

Client List

Partial Client List over the last 24 months for virus, Helminth and/or Cryptosporidium/Giardia Testing, or consulting projects.