Applied food microbiology: ensuring food safety and shelf life
About this expertise
In short- Scientific assessment of food safety and shelf life
- Predictive models for microbial growth and inactivation
- Support with hygiene, cleaning and disinfection strategies
- Multidisciplinary teams: microbiologists, technologists, data scientists
We help companies improve food safety and shelf life with science-based solutions for microbial control, predictive modelling, and hygienic processing.
Microorganisms are a major cause of food spoilage, safety issues, and product loss. At Food & Biobased Research, we support food producers in managing microbial risks and extending shelf life using data-driven and tailored approaches.
Our experts use high-throughput screening tools and automated data pipelines to assess microbial growth, inactivation, and contamination. We develop predictive models and decision-support tools for shelf-life design, hazard assessment, and processing strategies—including for novel ingredients and side streams.
We also assist with hygiene and sanitation strategies, from validating disinfection methods to safe water reuse and biofilm prevention. Working in multidisciplinary teams, we deliver custom solutions for safe, stable, high-quality food and drink products. n.
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Get in touch with our expert
Contact dr.ir. MN (Masja) Nierop Groot, Senior Scientist Applied Food Microbiology, for an informal conversation.
dr.ir. MN (Masja) Nierop Groot
Senior scientist Applied food microbiology