Rediscover Microbiology
Rediscover
Microorganisms
Empowering Precision Health via the Gut Microbiota
Expanding our horizons, discovering new insights,
and forging a healthier future through the power of microorganisms.
Expanding our horizons, discovering new insights, and forging a healthier future through the power of microorganisms.
Rediscover Microbiology
Founded in August 2011 as a spin-off from National Taiwan University, Leeuwenhoek Biotech Inc. specializes in microbial multi-omics technology services and is committed to developing
innovative products and solutions that promote metabolic health through gut microbiota modulation..
Rooted in science, we explore groundbreaking applications of the gut microbiome in human health—empowering microbes to become a key force in shaping the future of wellness.
Leeuwenhoek was founded in August 2011 as a start-up company derived from the technology transfer of National Taiwan University. We focus on providing microbial polysomics technology services and are committed to developing innovative services and products that promote metabolic health through intestinal flora regulation.
Rooted in science, we explore groundbreaking applications of the gut microbiome in human health—empowering microbes to become a key force in shaping the future of wellness.
Three core technologies
We house the world’s largest Akkermansia strain biobank for next-generation probiotics,
the third-largest gut microbial metabolomics database globally, and a proprietary synbiotic technology platform
—positioning us at the forefront of gut health research and innovation.
Leeuwenhoek has the world's largest resource library of next-generation probiotic Akkermansia strains, the world's third largest intestinal bacterial metabolite database, and an independently developed next-generation synbiotic technology platform, which establishes our leading position in intestinal health research and application.
Rediscover Microbiology
Leeuwenhoek connects the final piece of the puzzle
Unlocking breakthroughs in the future of biotechnology
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LINE Today special report: One drop of blood in three minutes: the new future brought by forward-looking health testing
Have you ever thought that with just a drop of blood, you can get a comprehensive understanding of your health status in three minutes? With the rapid advancement of modern technology, health management has become more and more convenient […]

Good Morning Health special report: The health revolution is here! Leeuwenhoek and leading experts will appear at the 2024 Taiwan Medical Technology Exhibition
Leeuwenhoek Precision Health will be at the 2024 Taiwan Medical Technology Show from December 5 to December 8, 2024. The booth is located at Hall 1 of Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. […]

2024 Taiwan Medical Technology Show – Leeuwenhoek will demonstrate intelligent instant testing and precise personalized nutrition
The most iconic medical and biotech exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region, the 2024 Taiwan Medical Technology Show, will be held from December 5 (Thursday) to December […]

The Asian Biotech Expo will be grandly opened, and Leeuwenhoek CEO was invited to give a speech at the next-generation probiotics management regulations and industry promotion forum
2024 BIO Asia will be held at the Nangang Exhibition Center from July 25 to July 28, 2024. We sincerely invite you to […]

Seizing the health needs of the young generation, Leeuwenhoek joins hands with Biosun to enter the international weight loss market and enter Neihu Like to create a new health community
Leeuwenhoek has joined hands with Biostime (8279), a leading OEM of healthcare products, to develop Asia’s first “next-generation intestinal probiotics (AKK bacteria)” product and enter the international market […]

Global Biotech Monthly special report: Intestinal microbes are the key puzzle of precision medicine
This issue of Global Biotech Monthly features an article on the global precision medicine industry. Leeuwenhoek CEO Associate Professor Xu Chengzhi was interviewed to introduce the relationship between intestinal microorganisms and chronic metabolic diseases. […]
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From "Slim Pen" to the Principle and Prospect of Intestinal Probiotic GLP-1 Products
(This article is reproduced from Science Monthly: ) Author: Xu Chengzhi/Associate Professor of Chemistry Department of National Taiwan University, Leeuwenhoek Biotechnology…

Will eating beef and red meat cause heart attack or stroke? Do a test and you will know immediately whether you can eat beef
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The relationship between antibiotics, intestinal bacteria and obesity in animals
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