qubeto

Qubeto is a technology company based in Münster, Germany, that specializes in the behavioral analysis of insects and other microorganisms. The company has developed a proprietary, automated testing platform that integrates specialized hardware—such as their FIMTable—with sophisticated AI-driven software, specifically FIMTrack. By utilizing innovative lighting techniques and advanced computer vision and machine learning algorithms, the system generates high-contrast, noise-free data to characterize the locomotion and movement patterns of small organisms in response to environmental stimuli. This interdisciplinary approach, developed through over a decade of research, allows for precise, automated data acquisition and analysis compared to traditional screening methods.

This technology serves the chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology sectors by streamlining substance screening processes, improving testing efficiency, and reducing costs. It is particularly significant for ecotoxicological assessments and the development of new active ingredients. Furthermore, by utilizing insects and small invertebrates, qubeto’s solutions support the 3R principle (Replace, Reduce, Refine) in scientific research, offering a sustainable alternative that can minimize or eliminate the need for experiments on higher vertebrates like mice and fish. The company, which emerged as a spin-off from the University of Münster, provides these services to help customers detect subtle effects early in the development cycle to support safer, more sustainable product innovation.