The Scoop Podcast
The Scoop Podcast
Eurofins Scoop Podcast
The Scoop Podcast is where we discuss all things testing, regulatory and go to market when it comes to Infant Formula.
Proteomics Testing in Infant Formula
Discover how proteomics testing is transforming infant formula quality and safety. Jeff Shippar and Keren Breiterman from Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison, Inc explain how advanced protein analysis ensures nutritional value, authenticity, and innovation in infant health. A must‑listen for food science professionals and anyone interested in the future of precision nutrition.
Dec 17, 2025
16 min
Precision and Progress Testing Innovations to Prevent Contaminants in Infant Formula
This podcast explores cutting‑edge testing innovations ensuring precision, progress, and safety in infant formula by preventing harmful chemical contaminants.
Nov 24, 2025
30 min
Decoding Nutrition - Whole-Genome Sequencing in Infant Formula
Senior Technical Manager, Andrezj Benkowski, unpacks Whole-Genome Sequencing—from its origins to its modern evolution through Next-Generation Sequencing. Learn how Eurofins Microbiology Laboratories- Madison leverages these advanced tools to enhance infant formula testing, ensuring precision and safety at the genetic level.
Aug 27, 2025
21 min
Formula for Growth: Unlocking the Power of Phospholipids
Dave Ellingson, Director of Scientific Strategy for Eurofins Chemistry Testing Laboratories- Madison, breaks down the role of phospholipids in infant formula and their importance in replicating the composition of human milk. He also discusses emerging methodology for detecting and analyzing phospholipids, offering a glimpse into the next frontier of infant nutrition research. 
Jul 30, 2025
12 min
Unlocking the Science of HMOs
Join Dave Ellingson, Director of Scientific Strategy for Eurofins Chemistry Testing Laboratories- Madison, as he discusses Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs)—what they are, why they matter, and how they’re shaping the future of infant nutrition. Discover the different types of HMOs used in infant formula, cutting-edge testing methods, and what innovations are on the horizon for HMO analysis.
Jul 18, 2025
13 min
Setting the Standard: The Critical Role of Infant Formula Testing
With over 40 years of expertise, Chief Science Officer Daryl Sullivan discussed the evolution of infant formula testing standards and his role in shaping them. He highlights the impact of AOAC International and other scientific organizations in advancing regulatory benchmarks, ensuring quality and safety in infant nutrition.
Jun 17, 2025
20 min
Ensuring Nutritional Integrity: Vitamin Testing in Infant Formula
Staff Scientist Dan Hengst explores the essential role of vitamins in infant formula and their impact on early development. He provides insights into the advanced testing methodologies Eurofins employs to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality. This podcast also highlights the benefits of cutting-edge technology in optimizing vitamin analysis, reinforcing Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing, Inc commitment to delivering trusted results.
Jun 4, 2025
16 min
The Scoop Podcast - EFCT Madison w/ Ed Ladwig, Marisa Feller, and Ian Laessig
Eurofins Presents: The Scoop Podcast Episode 6: EFCT Madison Today on the show, we're excited to discuss our US Center of Excellence for Infant Formula Testing, Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison. This episode features our special guests, Ed Ladwig, President of Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison, Marisa Feller, Business Unit Manager of the vitamins lab, and Ian Laessig, Business Unit Manager of the nutrients labs. They share details about our center of excellence in Madison and their experience testing infant formula samples.
Sep 6, 2023
15 min
The Scoop Podcast - Microbiology w/ Justin Heller
Eurofins Presents: The Scoop Podcast Episode 5: Microbiology Today on the show, we’re excited to have Justin Heller, Lead Technical Scientist at Eurofins SFA Micro in Horsham, PA. During this episode, he discusses microbiology testing in infant formula, Cronobacter and what to look for in a microbiology lab specializing in testing infant formula samples. 
Aug 23, 2023
14 min
The Scoop Podcast - Stability w/ Tammy Olsen
Eurofins Presents: The Scoop Podcast Episode 4: Stability Today on the show, we’re excited to have Tammy Olsen, Stability Program Manager at Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing in Madison, Wisconsin. During this episode, she shares her expertise on creating shelf-life studies for infant formulas. 
Aug 16, 2023
8 min
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