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Microbial Insights, Inc.

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Microbial Insights, Inc.

Environmental Remediation | Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion | Microbial Source Tracking

Microbial Insights (MI) is a biotechnology laboratory specializing in the development and application of cutting edge molecular biological tools (MBTs) and environmental molecular diagnostics (EMDs) to describe and quantify microbial communities. Environmental Remediation: CENSUS qPCR and QuantArray analyses to quantify bacteria and functional genes involved in contaminant biodegradation including Dehalococcoides. Stable isotope probing (SIP) to conclusively determine whether biodegradation is occurring in situ. Microbial Induced Corrosion: DNA based molecular microbiological methods (MMM) for accurate and comprehensive quantification of microorganisms responsible for MIC such as sulfate reducing bacteria and methanogens. Microbial Source Tracking: Quantify host associated biomarkers such as HF183 to identify sources of fecal pollution. MI has 23 years of experience in MBTs and EMDs and we recognize that state-of-the-art technologies must be coupled with personalized customer service. We are committed to serving our clients at each step in the process from assay selection through data interpretation. Specialties
Dehalococcoides, qPCR, Bio-Trap, molecular biological tools, MBTs, stable isotope probing, SIP, CENSUS, QuantArray, PLFA, DNA testing, microbial induced corrosion, microbial source tracking, Next generation sequencing, DGGE, environmental molecular diagnostics, EMDs, in situ microcosms, microbiology

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Microbial Insights want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, partners, and community. Your trust and collaboration drive our innovation and commitment to advancing microbial solutions. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year filled with success and meaningful opportunities.

12/15/2025

Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) remains one of mining’s most persistent challenges and it’s deeply rooted in microbiology.

When oxygen and water interact with sulfide minerals, certain bacteria thrive under these new conditions, accelerating oxidation and acid generation. Once active, these microbial communities can sustain acid production long after mining ceases.

Microbial Insights’ molecular tools provide a window into these biological processes. By tracking microbial populations linked to acid generation or neutralization, mining teams can better predict when conditions are shifting and take proactive steps to mitigate long-term water impacts.

📌Understanding the microbial drivers of AMD is the first step toward sustainable mine water management.

12/11/2025

A festive night on the Star of Knoxville reminded us how lucky we are to work alongside incredible clients, partners, and of course our team members (those pictured and ones who could not join us). Thank you for helping make this year one of growth, innovation, and meaningful impact.

We’re grateful for each of you.

12/08/2025

Corrosion in pipelines isn’t just a chemical problem; it’s often a microbial one.

Microorganisms form biofilms that can accelerate localized corrosion, clog systems, and compromise integrity long before visible damage occurs. Traditional corrosion monitoring often misses the microbial component, leaving operators without the full picture.

At Microbial Insights, we use molecular biological tools like CENSUS® qPCR and QuantArray®‐MIC to detect and quantify key microbial groups involved in corrosion processes. By understanding who’s there and what they’re doing, operators can make informed decisions to prevent damage, optimize biocide programs, and extend asset life.

📌Detect the invisible. Maintain pipeline performance.

12/04/2025

Microbes don’t work in isolation; they respond to their environment.

Shifts in redox potential, temperature, and pH can completely reshape microbial communities, influencing treatment performance, corrosion rates, or acid generation potential.

Our MBTs help detect these subtle but powerful shifts, giving you a deeper understanding of how site conditions affect microbial function.

📌When you know how microbes adapt, you can adapt your strategy too.

12/02/2025

Space: A World Of Opportunity

💧 Common Problem: Understand microbes is crucial for space advancement from human health related aspects, to biosensors, to resource production and waste regeneration to name a few. Whether we need to understand the current state of a system or troubleshoot when problems occur, a representative sample of the microbiome is mission critical.

💡 Where We Come In: Microbial Insights provides comprehensive solutions to assess microbial activity in extreme environments, guiding clients in developing and implementing best practices.

🛠️ What We Offer: Tools like Bio-Extract™ and FieldQuant™ allow for on-site DNA extraction and analysis, offering real-time microbial data even in the remote locations of space. These tools improve decision-making with sample preservation and immediate information.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Microbial Insights!

As we look back on another year of advancing microbial science together, we are grateful for the clients, partners, and colleagues who trust us to support their projects with accurate data, unbiased analysis, and actionable insight.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your success. Wishing you and your families a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude and celebration.

11/24/2025

In environmental remediation, decisions shouldn’t rely on one line of evidence.

A weight of evidence approach combines microbial, chemical, and geochemical data to form a complete understanding of site processes.

At Microbial Insights, we specialize in providing the biological line of evidence, showing whether the right microbes and conditions are present for contaminant degradation.

When integrated, our results help regulators and consultants move from uncertainty to confident, data-supported conclusions.

📌Reliable site closure depends on strong evidence from every angle.

11/19/2025

Why Monitoring Microbes Over Time Matters

A single sample is just a snapshot, but microbial communities are dynamic.

Seasonal changes, system adjustments, or new inputs can shift microbial populations dramatically over time. That’s why trend monitoring is essential for accurate interpretation and long-term management.

Microbial Insights provides consistent, high-quality microbial data that helps track site progression and verify sustainable outcomes.

📌Real insight comes not from one test, but from being proactive and observing.

11/17/2025

Groundwater Monitoring: A World of Opportunity

💧 Common Problem: Long-term monitoring of contaminated groundwater requires reliable and cost-effective tools to ensure consistent data quality.

💡 Where We Come In: By leveraging unused samples and advanced testing, we reduce costs and provide high-quality insights into groundwater conditions.

🛠️ What We Offer: Bio-Trap® samplers and QuantArray® are a standard third line of evidence providing comprehensive monitoring data for informed decision-making and regulatory compliance.

11/13/2025

Not all degradation is created equal.

Chlorinated solvent cleanup depends on a precise sequence of microbial reactions with each step carried out by specific organisms with the right environmental conditions. Missing even one microbial group can halt the process.

Using CENSUS® qPCR and QuantArray® platforms, Microbial Insights identifies and quantifies the key genes involved in each step of reductive dechlorination.

🦠When you know which microbes are active and what pathways are functioning, you can target the limiting factors and bring the site to closure faster and with confidence.

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor those who have served our country with courage and dedication. At Microbial Insights, we deeply value the discipline, commitment, and sense of purpose that veterans embody. Qualities that inspire excellence in science, innovation, and service every day.

To all who have served and continue to serve, thank you.

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10515 Research Drive
Knoxville, TN
37932

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18655738188

Website

http://www.microbe.com/

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Actionable data with innovative molecular technologies. MI is building a brighter future with technologies that contribute to a resilient environment.

Microbial Insights (MI) is a biotechnology laboratory specializing in the development and application of cutting edge molecular biological tools (MBTs) and environmental molecular diagnostics (EMDs) to describe and quantify microbial communities. Environmental Remediation: CENSUS qPCR and QuantArray analyses to quantify bacteria and functional genes involved in contaminant biodegradation including Dehalococcoides. Stable isotope probing (SIP) to conclusively determine whether biodegradation is occurring in situ. Microbial Induced Corrosion: DNA based molecular microbiological methods (MMM) for accurate and comprehensive quantification of microorganisms responsible for MIC such as sulfate reducing bacteria and methanogens. Microbial Source Tracking: Quantify host associated biomarkers such as HF183 to identify sources of f***l pollution. MI has 23 years of experience in MBTs and EMDs and we recognize that state-of-the-art technologies must be coupled with personalized customer service. We are committed to serving our clients at each step in the process from assay selection through data interpretation. Specialties Dehalococcoides, qPCR, Bio-Trap, molecular biological tools, MBTs, stable isotope probing, SIP, CENSUS, QuantArray, PLFA, DNA testing, microbial induced corrosion, microbial source tracking, Next generation sequencing, DGGE, environmental molecular diagnostics, EMDs, in situ microcosms, microbiology