Food Nutrition

Develop innovative foods and beverages using the best of algae to enhance human health
and well-being.

Product Development Process

From concept to creation, we design and develop innovative algae-based foods and beverages through a design thinking approach aligned with market trends. Supported by a fully equipped laboratory for new food product development, we combine creativity, science, and consumer insights to deliver nutritious, appealing solutions.

Nutritional and Sensory Evaluation

We conduct comprehensive nutritional profiling and sensory assessments to ensure that each product meets high standards of quality, taste, and functionality. Our analyses guide formulation improvements and support health-focused innovation.

Contract Research and Product Innovation

We offer contract research services for the development of novel algae-based food products. Our team collaborates with partners to explore new formulations, functional ingredients, and processing techniques tailored to specific market goals.

The

Team

Led by Kricelle Deamici, with technician Marta Fitas, the team also brings together Daniel Silva, Inês Guerra, and Madalena Mendes, whose expertise and enthusiasm drive innovation in algae-based food and beverage development. The group combines scientific know-how and creativity to turn algae into the foods of the future.

What

can offer

We provide contract research and consultancy services focused on algae-based food innovation, as well as diverse analyses to support product development, including:

• Functional property assessment
• In vitro digestibility evaluation
• Sensory analysis
• Product formulation and optimization

Cutting Edge Space

Inside Our Lab

Our laboratory is fully equipped and operates according to food development and handling standards. It includes a lab kitchen with cooking equipment for prototype creation and a wide range of tools and instruments, such as texture and color analysis systems, a high-pressure homogenizer, 3D food printing technology to explore creativity and boost innovation. We also feature a dedicated sensory analysis room with individual tasting cabins for precise product evaluation. Our facilities enable complete algae-based product development, from concept to final testing.

Food Nutrition
Prototypes

We develop cutting-edge prototypes that transform innovation and scientific advances into tangible, real-world solutions