Applied Food Science Research Consortium

Applied Research for a Safer Food Supply

PureBench Food Safety Research Center is an applied food science research consortium advancing food safety, food defense, and nutrition through academic and industry collaboration.

PureBench Food Safety Research Center is a one-of-a-kind applied food science research consortium comprised of academic researchers, regulatory partners, and the food industry. In collaboration with our partners, we provide stakeholders with the opportunity to develop and exchange knowledge, experience, and expertise in the areas of food safety, food defense, and microbiological testing.

PureBench-Led Alliance Receives Food Safety Research Award

Our food safety training alliance was recognized by an international food protection organization for outstanding contributions to food safety research and education.

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Food safety research award recognition

Microbiology Lab Expands Rapid Pathogen Detection Capacity

PureBench's microbiology laboratory has expanded testing capacity for rapid pathogen detection, supporting faster turnaround for industry partners.

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Microbiology lab pathogen testing

Dr. Elena Ramos Receives Early Career Investigator Award

Dr. Ramos's research examines microbial risk assessment methods for fresh produce supply chains, advancing food safety science for the produce industry.

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Researcher receiving investigator award

Phone

708.555.2140

Address

4200 Research Park Drive
Bedford Park, IL 60501

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PureBench welcomes food industry partners, researchers, and institutions to join our consortium and advance food safety science together.