Our Research Center for Food Biotechnology and Food Engineering (C.C.B.I.A.) offers a wide range of specialized services for companies that do not have the necessary equipment for pilot studies or advanced processes. Here are some of our essential services:
1. Lyophilization
We offer lyophilization services for the preservation of food products and biologically active ingredients. This process ensures the retention of nutritional and organoleptic qualities, extending the shelf life of products.
2. Fermentation in Bioreactors
We have modern bioreactors, ideal for pilot-scale fermentation of various food and biotechnological products. This service is essential for the development of new products, process optimization, and industrial scale-up.
3. Ultracongelation
Rapid ultracongelation of food products is crucial for preserving texture, color, and nutritional value. We offer this service to ensure the superior quality of your products.
4. Chemical and Microbiological Analyses
Our laboratories are equipped to perform a wide range of chemical and microbiological analyses. These include the determination of nutritional composition, microbial contamination tests, and food safety evaluation.
5. Process Protocol Development
We help companies develop and optimize process protocols for food production, ensuring efficiency and quality in production.
6. Innovative Techniques for Enhancing Fermentation Process Management
Developing method using filtering techniques for a fermentation process state estimation;
Developing a knowledge-based system as a software application for the supervision and intelligent control of a fermentation process;
Developing neural networks (NN) models to obtain indirect information about the state variables in a fermentation process;
Designing AI tools for modelling, predicting and managing a fermentation process.
7. Design and Implementation of Pilot Studies
We coordinate and implement pilot studies for new products or processes, ensuring that each step is carefully monitored and optimized for optimal results.
Through these services, we aim to support companies in achieving their innovation and development goals in the field of food biotechnology and engineering. Contact us to find out how we can help turn your ideas into reality!