Strengthen food sector research and innovation by enabling use of neutron and synchrotron techniques
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Lunds universitet - MAX IV-laboratoriet |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 8 000 000 |
| Project duration | December 2021 - December 2024 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Individual project: Research infrastructure - utilization and collaboration |
| Call | Strengthened R&D capacity in the food sector by raising the competence of senior researchers at universities and research institutes on neutron and synchrotron-based technologies |
Important results from the project
Knowledge and experience in the use of neutron- and synchrotron based techniques at large scale research infrastructures have increased among food researchers at universities, and a network between researchers and technology experts has been established. Through activities and lab experiments, collaborations have been developed, and educational materials created. Ambassadors at universities and companies continue to spread knowledge. The project has also resulted in new themes at LINXS, more research projects with industry, and participation in international conferences.
Expected long term effects
A strong and cohesive research network between academia and industry. Increased expertise in food research on advanced technologies. More universities with experience in these technologies, which can lead to more progress in food research. Long-term innovation and competitiveness in the Swedish food sector through competence building and new tools. A strategy for how the research network will work to advance food research with the help of advanced technologies.
Approach and implementation
Many researchers without previous experience of LSRI have participated in a large number of workshops and hackathons, for example in data analysis, tomography and scattering techniques, focusing on concrete issues and with experts from both industry and academia. Workshops have also been arranged at various universities. Successful lab experiments have been carried out. The project has also contributed to new educational material at several universities.