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Research area

UTILIZATION OF BIOMASS FOR FOOD, INGREDIENTS AND HIGH-VALUE PRODUCTS

Intensive research and rising commercial interest have expanded the potential applications of biomass, driving the development of green value chains. This progress strengthens the bioeconomy by promoting sustainable practices and creating new opportunities for high-value products and eco-friendly solutions.

Approach

Bioactive components and high-value products

In recent years, the extraction of bioactive components and high-value products from biomass for food and ingredients has gained significant attention. CBIO focuses on developing and optimizing techniques for this purpose. Key substances include:

  • Protein for Food and Ingredients
  • Secondary Metabolites
  • Active Ingredients
  • Prebiotics (Non-Digestible Components)
  • Natural Colours

Process optimization

In addition to extracting valuable components, CBIO works to optimize process parameters to enhance efficiency and product quality. The main areas of improvement include:

  • Endogenous Enzymes
  • Protein Chemistry
  • Functional Traits (e.g., solubility, gelation)
  • Sensory Preferences (taste, smell, texture)
  • Bioavailability

Read more about our facilities for utilization of biomass for food, ingredients and high-value products on our facility site.


RELEVANT RESEARCH GROUPS

CONTACT FOR MORE INFO

Trine Kastrup Dalsgaard

Professor Institut for Fødevarer - Fødevarekemi