Biofortis

Biofortis is a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in clinical research, particularly in the fields of nutrition, gut health, and the human microbiome. As a subsidiary of Mérieux NutriSciences, the company provides end-to-end services for the food, supplement, and pharmaceutical industries, ranging from clinical trial design and management to advanced analytical testing. Biofortis is well-known for its expertise in microbiota analysis, utilizing metagenomics and metabolic profiling to evaluate the impact of products on human health. Their services support the development of probiotics, prebiotics, and functional foods, as well as pharmaceutical candidates targeting the microbiome. The company operates specialized clinical research centers and central laboratories that comply with GCP and GLP standards.