Input sought: study on the microbiological quality of vegan products

We are looking for start-ups and companies that vegan meat, egg and milk substitutes. produce.

06/2023

To carry out the research project "Microbiological Quality of Vegan Products" at the Vetmeduni Vienna, by Prof. Dr. Karin Schwaiger, the Adalbert-Raps-Stiftung is seeking input from start-ups and companies that produce vegan meat, egg and dairy substitutes.

Input sought: study on the microbiological quality of vegan products

Problem Statement:

Vegan meat, egg and milk substitutes are becoming increasingly popular. However, there is insufficient data on the product-typical microbiota of these products. Proof of their harmlessness to health has yet to be provided.

 Target:

Insightful data on the microbiological quality of meat, egg and dairy substitutes for food manufacturers, food monitoring and retail - to identify potential challenges as well as optimal production processes.

Procedure:

Microbiological and molecular biological characterization of meat, egg and milk substitutes based on various vegetable raw materials with regard to relevant microbial groups: general microbiological quality, pathogens/ zoonotic agents, toxin formers, spoilage agents and spore formers.

We are therefore looking for: 

Start-ups and companies that produce vegan meat, egg and milk substitutes and would like to support the research project with their know-how and gladly also with raw material and product samples.

‍Youradvantages:

Contribution to the content of the research project, confidential exchange on microbiological challenges with experts from the scientific community, and regular project updates and insights.

Feel free to contact us at: josefine.schneider@raps-stiftung.de