Laboratory

At the Vorholt Lab (Institute of Microbiology, ETH Zurich), researchers are engineering *Escherichia coli* to efficiently utilize green methanol as a sustainable one-carbon feedstock. Using the fermSYS VOC sensor for real-time methanol monitoring, the team gains continuous process insights that accelerate strain development and optimize fermentation strategies—advancing sustainable biomanufacturing and supporting the transition to a circular carbon economy.

Media screening is no longer just about biomass, O₂ and CO₂. By combining the Kuhner TOM system with the fermSYS fermSENSE – MULTI FLOW, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) provide real-time metabolic insights, revealing by-product formation and cellular stress long before endpoint analysis. More data, better decisions, faster process development – transforming a shaker into an intelligent mini-bioreactor.

Monitoring fermentation processes is easy. With the fermSYS Cube, you get a compact, all-in-one solution for measuring, controlling and analysing data from shake flask or laboratory fermentations. The Cube combines all the necessary components in a single device – from the VOC sensor and control software to wireless communication.

Explore how 'Real-time insight into bioprocesses via VOC sensing is becoming reality.' with cutting-edge VOC sensing tech for smarter bioprocessing.