Project

Predictive models to support product innovation in the processed meat sector

Code
179Q9110
Duration
01 October 2010 → 30 September 2012
Funding
Regional and community funding: IWT/VLAIO
Research disciplines
  • Natural sciences
    • Other chemical sciences
  • Medical and health sciences
    • Nutrition and dietetics
  • Agricultural and food sciences
    • Agricultural animal production
    • Food sciences and (bio)technology
Keywords
processed meat predictive models food safety
 
Project description

This project aims to transfer the scientific knowledge on predictive microbiology towards the processed meat industry. Models which predict the growth on L. monocytogenes during the shelf-life of processed meat products will be introduced. Existing models will be validated and adapted for different matrices (ham, sausages, bacon, …). A specific software tool will be developed and will be implement by interested companies.