Reviews of Scientific Evidence on Nutrition and Food

Reviews of Scientific Evidence on Nutrition and Food

We provide literature reviews of scientific evidence on topics related to nutrition and food, primarily for companies in the food and health sciences sectors.

TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION

We provide literature reviews of scientific evidence on the following topics:

  • Food and its relationship with health.
  • Nutrients and their relationship with health.
  • Nutritional composition of food.

TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS

Literature reviews of scientific evidence can be used by companies in the food and health sciences sectors for the following purposes:

  • Developing healthy products.
  • Providing customers with information about the foods they produce.
  • Providing nutritional recommendations to customers.

ADVANTAGES AND INNOVATIVE ASPECTS

The group consists of Nutrition and Food Science lecturers with more than 20 years of research experience, enabling them to critically assess and interpret scientific evidence. They also have extensive experience in communicating this evidence in clear, accessible language that can be understood by the general public.

DEVELOPMENT STAGE

The group has a long track record in research and extensive experience in translating scientific evidence into accessible language.

APPLICATION SECTORS

  • Agri-Food Industry (food and beverage manufacturers and R&D departments).
  • Health Sciences Sector (pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and dietary supplement companies).
  • Marketing and Communications Agencies specialising in health and nutrition.
  • Regulatory Consultancies requiring scientific evidence to support regulatory work.

PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Ana Belén Ropero Lara – Institute of Bioengineering