Andrzej Benkowski

Andrzej Benkowski

Technical Manager, Probiotics & Dietary Supplements

As the Technical Manager at Eurofins Center of Excellence for Probiotics, Andrzej Benkowski brings over 18 years of expertise in biotics quality management, testing, and technology. With a strong technical background in food microbiology, Andrzej specializes in contract R&D, method development, and pioneering technologies for probiotic evaluation.

Since 2019, Andrzej has chaired the International Probiotic Association (IPA) Technical Committee and has been a member of the IPA Board of Directors since early 2024. He also contributes to the IPA Postbiotics Committee and has served as the IPA expert liaison with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) TC34/SC9 Working Group 11 since 2022, co-convening their Enumeration Subgroup.

Andrzej is dedicated to advancing the biotics industry by setting rigorous standards and driving innovation with a focus on quality.

Outside of his professional and scientific achievements, Andrzej is a member of the Eurofins Madison Site Employee Engagement Team and manages the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for the site. A founding member of the funk band Steez, he also plays saxophone, synthesizers, and vocals. Andrzej enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his family, and pretending to be a coffee aficionado. Additionally, he has a passion for collecting sneakers and fitted hats.

Below are resources from Andrzej:

Globally Integrated Salmonella WGS Tracking Using Oxford Nanopore Technologies Long-Read Sequencing

Discover how Eurofins demonstrates a proof of concept for Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) using Oxford Nanopore Technologies to accurately serotype and track Salmonella. Learn how this harmonized NGS approach improves global food safety with reliable, reproducible results.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology

Verification of a Commercial Real-Time PCR Shiga-toxin Producing E. coli (STEC) Detection Methods on Individually Quick-Frozen Vegetable Matrices

This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate STEC detection in frozen vegetable matrices.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Produce

Verification of a Commercial Real-Time PCR Salmonella Detection Method on Individually Quick-Frozen Vegetable Matrices

This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate Salmonella detection in frozen vegetable matrices.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Produce

Verification of a Commercial Real-Time PCR Listeria monocytogenes and Listeria species Detection Method on Individually Quick-Frozen Vegetable Matrices

This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate Listeria monocytogenes and Listeria species detection in frozen vegetable matrices.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Produce

Molecular Weight Distribution Analysis in Hydrolyzed Proteins for Pet Foods and Feed

Hydrolyzed proteins play a crucial role in the pet food, animal nutrition, and feed industries, offering significant benefits in digestibility, allergen reduction, and bioavailability. This white paper explores the advantages of hydrolyzed proteins and their impact on product formulation.

Keywords: Scientific Research Pet Nutritional

Glucosamine Testing in a Forest of Complexity

In pets, as in humans, glucosamine (GlcN) has been used with chondroitin sulfate in nutraceuticals to support joint health and mobility. Historically, GlcN testing has been limited to pure materials and supplements. However, Eurofins Nutrition Analysis Center has recently developed a method for testing GlcN in a wide variety of matrices. Click to learn more.

Keywords: Scientific Research Pet Nutritional

Quantifying Chondroitin Sulfate in Complex Matrices

Pet owners might turn to nutraceuticals that may support relief in some Osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms. One such nutraceutical is chondroitin sulfate. Explore new scientific developments happening at Eurofins in Des Moines, IA for quantifying chondroitin sulfate in complex matrices like pet food and treats.

Keywords: Scientific Research Pet Authenticity

Microbial Safety of Cold Brewed Black Coffee during Retail

This poster evaluates the microbiological safety of immersion method concentrated coffee, and single strength cold brew coffee processed by UHT. The results were used to determine if temperature controls for safety (TCS) should be required for these products during retail.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Beverages AdvancedFoodMicrobiology

A Listeria Test Method Requiring Only a 12-Hour Enrichment in Leafy Green Matrices

This poster discusses research with the purpose to validate enrichment concentration as a method for shortening enrichment times to 12 hours for Listeria testing in leafy greens.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Produce

Development of a Rapid Enteric Pathogen Indicator for Leafy Greens

This poster discusses research with the purpose to develop a molecular method that detects indicators of enteric pathogen contamination and requires less than six hours of enrichment.

Keywords: Scientific Research Microbiology Produce

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