The Food and Nutrition Research Group has established itself as a recognized scientific institution in recent years. More than 100 partnerships with companies and organizations in Central Germany, the whole of Germany, Europe and the whole world are evidence of this. Based on our philosophy that "only high-quality Agriculture raw materials, processed with the help of innovative technological processes, ultimately guarantee high-quality food and thus satisfied consumers", it is our aim to develop and establish tailor-made solutions for specific applications with our partners. We are very committed to the transfer of knowledge and technology.
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© AG Lebensmittel- und Ernährungsforschung
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© AG Lebensmittel- und Ernährungsforschung
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© AG Lebensmittel- und Ernährungsforschung
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© AG Lebensmittel- und Ernährungsforschung
Main research areas
Product development to increase the nutritional value of meat and sausage products in particular
- Realization of health-promoting recipe modifications through the use of preventive medicinal plants (positive monograph) as well as through reformulation, e.g. of the fat, salt and protein content
- Analysis of physical, techno-functional and sensory quality and development of raw material and product specifications
- Support of marketing measures by means of consumption/consumption analyses or product tastings, including the development of marketing concepts
Technology development for the sustainable production of animal products in particular
- Development and testing of machines and systems as well as prototype technologies, e.g. for comminution, emulsification, separation, drying or thermal treatment (incl. integration of sensor technology for system monitoring and control)
- Adaptation and development of treatment and processing methods for product developments, including the development of process instructions
Tool development for raw material-friendly and efficient processing, especially of animal raw materials
- Development and testing of multifunctional tools and tool systems, in particular for grinding and emulsification in grinders and cutters
- Development of test rigs to analyze tool mechanisms of action, including the derivation of requirements for tools and their production (e.g. 3D printing)
- Conducting market studies to derive market potential for tools and machines or manufactured intermediate or end products
