Circular Economy and Food Sustainability
Valorization of by-products from the agri-food industry.
Packaging eco-design for the reduction of plastic and the development of smart & functional solutions.
Innovative ingredients and products for health and well-being
New ingredients characterization - microbiological, physical-chemical and sensory studies.
Development of innovative food products with benefits for consumers (e.g. salt and sugar reduction and its impact on sensory properties).
Inclusion of natural fibres in functional food matrices and assessment of its impact in the microstructure and sensorial perception.
New Processes & Technologies
More sustainable, efficient or less polluting processes for the food industry.
Collaborative Ecosystem
Encourage cooperation between our associates, CoLabs and other R&D and Industry entities.
Consultancy, Troubleshooting and Product Design.
Research Funding
Public & Private fundraising for innovation projects.
Consultancy for companies within tax incentives.
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Internationalization
Support and boost our agri-food sector associates in international networking.
Stimulate communication and knowledge & technology transfer.
Technology Transfer
Technological surveillance (new market trends, ingredients, products & technologies)
Stimulate communication and technology transfer between R&D entities and agri-food companies.
Specialized Training
Training oriented to the needs of the food industry (food science and technology, regulation, microbiology, product design, sensory analysis).
Highly qualified jobs
Promote hiring of highly qualified Human Resources and talent retention.