Bacteriology
Frontline bacterial science for public health and national security.
Bacterial pathogens, from multistate foodborne outbreaks to antimicrobial-resistant organisms, demand rigorous and responsive laboratory science. We provide bacteriology support across federal public health laboratory programs, combining technical precision with the operational flexibility high-stakes programs need.
What we provide
Pathogen identification and characterization
Culture-based methods supported by PCR, real-time PCR, whole genome sequencing, and molecular typing, applied to routine surveillance, reference laboratory functions, and complex outbreak investigations.
Antimicrobial resistance detection and surveillance
Phenotypic susceptibility testing paired with genomic methods to characterize resistance mechanisms, plus AMR databases and bioinformatics tools that support national and international surveillance programs.
High-consequence pathogens and biosafety
Work with high-consequence bacterial pathogens in appropriately controlled biosafety environments, with the chain-of-custody, documentation, and discipline that biodefense and preparedness programs require.
Outbreak investigation and rapid response
Rapid specimen processing, strain characterization, molecular typing for cluster detection, and sequencing-based strain comparison, coordinated with epidemiology teams and communicated clearly to decision-makers.
Method development and validation
Assay design and adaptation of methods for new targets or higher throughput, with validation documentation that supports implementation in regulated and other accredited environments.
Laboratory quality management
SOP development and review, proficiency testing, quality control program design, and support for laboratory certification and accreditation, tailored to each laboratory's operating reality.
Contracting officers and program managers
Tell us about your requirement. We respond by email and can provide a capability statement on request.