History of RnAssays BV

 

Co-founded by Professor dr. Aldert Bergwerff as a spin-off company from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Netherlands, RnAssays specializes in the development and application of time- and cost-saving diagnostic assays for safety and quality control in both primary and secondary food production sectors, with a particular focus on foods of animal origin.

 

RnAssays’ technology is based on patents for the innovative preparation of solid surfaces, such as those of microspheres, sensor-surfaces or sensor-tips.

These innovations form the foundation of RnAssays multi-analyte Plex™ assays for screening and diagnostic laboratories in the animal production chain. These rapid analyses determine multiple microbial and chemical contaminations simultaneously in a single analysis run using a single sample and thus using minimal animal-derived sample volumes.

 

RnAssays’ first assay, Sal Plex™ has been validated in Germany. Formal Product Registration approvals are expected shortly in Germany, Spain and The Netherlands, where successful customer trials have also been completed.


RNA, an essential molecule for life, is the link between DNA (quality) and protein (functionality). RnAssays offers a link between high-quality Research in the lab and their final Application in the field.

The mythical centaur Chiron in our logo stood for a strong, wise and good chimera of human and animal. In fact an excellent symbol of RnAssays' mission: Stimulating a perfect bond between human and animal, while protecting their well-being.