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Upcoming Free Seminar on Microbial Identification and Analysis Technologies

The National Institute of Technology and Evaluation (NITE), led by Director Fumihiko Hasegawa, will be hosting a free online seminar titled “Fundamental Technologies for Microbial Identification and Analysis – Utilizing MALDI-TOF MS for Microbial Identification and Enhancing Microbiome Analysis Accuracy” on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM (JST).

As the potential for utilizing microbes in biomanufacturing expands, the importance of foundational technologies such as microbial identification and microbiome analysis is on the rise. This seminar will delve into these technologies, particularly focusing on the MALDI-TOF MS method for rapid microbial identification, as well as initiatives aimed at improving the reliability of microbiome analysis. Each lecture will include a Q&A session, allowing attendees to address their questions directly to the experts involved in these technologies.

Who Should Attend?

• - Individuals interested in rapid microbial identification or currently using MALDI-TOF MS.
• - Those who are keen on microbiome analysis and want to enhance the accuracy of their analyses.

Event Details

• - Title: Fundamental Technologies for Microbial Identification and Analysis – Utilizing MALDI-TOF MS for Microbial Identification and Enhancing Microbiome Analysis Accuracy
• - Date and Time: November 28, 2025 (Friday) 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
• - Format: Online Seminar via Teams Webinar
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Capacity: First 1,000 registrations accepted
• - Registration Method: Available on the NITE website

Seminar Program

Lecture 1: Explanation of MALDI-TOF MS Microbial Identification Method and Support from NBRC

Microbial identification is a crucial technology across various fields. Recently, the adoption of MALDI-TOF MS for rapid microbial identification in the industrial sector has been advancing. This lecture will provide insights into:
1. Use cases of MALDI-TOF MS microbial identification in industry.
2. Principles and actual practices of this method.
3. Introduction of resources available from NBRC, including the MALDI-TOF MS library and reference data for measurement analysis.

Lecture 2: Efforts to Enhance Reliability in Microbiome Analysis and New NBRC Microbial Cocktail

Microbiome analysis finds applications in medical, academic, industrial, and social challenge sectors. However, ensuring data reliability and improving analysis accuracy has become an urgent global challenge. Addressing this challenge requires the use of mock communities for precision management and optimization of analysis methods. Our team has developed high-quality mock communities, termed “NBRC Microbial Cocktail,” primarily targeting human microbiomes. This session will offer an overview of our efforts, including examples from existing mock communities and methodologies currently utilized worldwide, as well as the introduction of the newly released NBRC skin microbiome cocktail launched in June this year.

About the NITE Biotechnology Center

NITE operates as an administrative organization overseen by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry, supporting various industries through technical assistance related to the safety and quality of industrial products. The NITE Biotechnology Center (NBRC) is one of the world’s largest repositories, preserving over 97,000 strains of microorganisms, offering data, technical support, and assistance with regulatory enforcement. Through supporting biomanufacturing using microorganisms, NITE works towards solving social issues and achieving sustainable economic growth.

For more information, visit:
NITE Official Website
NBR (NITE Biotechnology Center)