
Microbira is a UK-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in revolutionizing microorganism identification through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Their core product, MAAP-IR, is a cloud-based, reagent-free, and cost-effective solution designed for clinical microbiology laboratories. MAAP-IR enables rapid identification (under 5 minutes) of over 75% of common microorganisms, including critical pathogens and distinguishing between closely related species like E. coli and Shigella. The company focuses on improving healthcare delivery by enabling faster antimicrobial resistance detection and accurate strain typing. Microbira aims to fill market gaps, reduce healthcare disparities, and make advanced diagnostic tools accessible globally, supporting applications in clinical microbiology, food safety, environmental monitoring, and veterinary medicine. They have achieved UKCA IVD software certification and are actively expanding internationally, including into India.

Microbira is a UK-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in revolutionizing microorganism identification through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. Their core product, MAAP-IR, is a cloud-based, reagent-free, and cost-effective solution designed for clinical microbiology laboratories. MAAP-IR enables rapid identification (under 5 minutes) of over 75% of common microorganisms, including critical pathogens and distinguishing between closely related species like E. coli and Shigella. The company focuses on improving healthcare delivery by enabling faster antimicrobial resistance detection and accurate strain typing. Microbira aims to fill market gaps, reduce healthcare disparities, and make advanced diagnostic tools accessible globally, supporting applications in clinical microbiology, food safety, environmental monitoring, and veterinary medicine. They have achieved UKCA IVD software certification and are actively expanding internationally, including into India.