Bluephage

BLUEPHAGE is a biotechnology company pioneering rapid viral indicators for microbiological water quality. Founded in 2016 as a spin-off from the University of Barcelona’s MARS group (Microbiology of Water Related to Health), we develop and commercialize next-generation coliphage detection kits aligned with ISO 10705, ISO 17994, and US EPA 1642/1643 standards. Our patented technologies enable the fastest, most cost-effective, and easy-to-use detection of bacteriophages—the most reliable viral indicators for water safety. By targeting coliphages, our solutions act as early-warning tools against viral contamination in drinking water, wastewater, biosolids, food, and recreational water. BLUEPHAGE’s products empower labs, water utilities, and health authorities to obtain accurate, regulatory-compliant results in under a single workday, without the need for complex sample concentration or extended incubation. Our portfolio includes quantitative and presence/absence kits, ready-to-use reagents, and tools compatible with automated or manual workflows. Backed by 35+ years of research and a team of global experts in virology, microbiology, and environmental testing, we are transforming how the world monitors viral contamination—ensuring safe water for a better world.