Characterisation and analysis of biological compounds
CYROI Analytical Chemistry Unit
A unique analytical platform in the Indian Ocean
The range of equipment, including 600 MHz high-resolution NMR and Mass Spectrometry (Triple Quadrupole and Ion Trap), makes the Analytical Unit a unique resource in the Indian Ocean, serving institutions, academic partners and local companies.
These high-performance instruments, widely recognised in analytical chemistry for providing structural information to identify organic compounds, are combined with extensive experience and high-level expertise to deliver services across the 4 main areas listed below:
OUR RESEARCH AREAS
Aromas and fragrances
- Qualitative study of the chemical composition of essential oils,
- Static headspace analysis of aromatic plants,
- Determination of organic substances by Solid Phase Microextraction coupled with mass spectrometry (SPME-GC-MS/MS),
- Identification of chemical signatures (e.g. markers) through mapping of organic compounds.
Food and agriculture
Screening of veterinary drug residues (e.g. antibiotics) in animal biological fluids and meat juice.
OUR EQUIPMENT
OUR RESEARCH PROJECTS
Prop'OMiel Project
Étude, caractérisation et valorisation des produits de la ruche dans l'océan Indien — INTERREG VI Océan Indien
Innovation serving biodiversity
In the heart of the Indian Ocean, a major scientific innovation is turning biodiversity preservation into a sustainable economic opportunity.
The Prop'O Miel project aims to study, characterise and valorise hive products in the Indian Ocean. Led by CYROI, it relies on experimental beehives distributed across Réunion Island, Seychelles and Comoros to compare the impact of different island ecosystems on the molecular signatures of bee products.
The CYROI Analytical Chemistry Unit brings its expertise to characterise the molecular signatures of bee products, assess their biological properties, develop regional reference libraries and establish structured traceability tools.
Our objectives
The project aims to address major challenges through four strategic focus areas:
- Preserving melliferous biodiversity and tropical island ecosystems
- Analysing the impact of ecosystems on the quality and properties of hive products
- Supporting the development of sustainable beekeeping sectors with strong valorisation potential (health, environment, food and agriculture)
- Fostering regional scientific cooperation through training, skills transfer and a collaborative approach
An exceptional collaborative network
25 partners across 3 territories collaborate through a participatory approach:
- Academics and scientists
- Beekeeping sector and associations
- Local producers
- Territorial institutions
This complementary expertise guarantees the co-creation of sustainable solutions and effective skills transfer.
Prop'OMiel featured on Loca'Terre
An in-depth look at the work conducted within the Analytical Unit, featuring Jennyfer Yong Sang, co-leader of the project.
Report extracted from the Loca'Terre TV show – broadcast on Réunion La 1ère (France Télévisions), produced by Blabla Prod.
This project is co-funded by the European Union under the Interreg VI Indian Ocean programme, whose managing authority is the Réunion Regional Council.
