In the heart of Portugal, the University of Aveiro has established itself as a benchmark in research and innovation in the field of food technology. Its commitment to scientific excellence and knowledge transfer has made it a center of reference for the industry, especially in the use of advanced technologies to improve food safety and quality.
One of the pillars of this leadership has been its commitment to high hydrostatic pressures, with High Pressure Processing (HPP), a revolutionary technology in food preservation that inactivates microorganisms without altering the sensory and nutritional properties of the products. For this purpose, the University of Aveiro has had Hiperbaric 55 equipment for 12 years, which has been key to its development as a pioneering institution in this field.
A leading research team
Under the leadership of Professor Jorge Saraiva, the team of researchers at the University of Aveiro has made significant advances in the application of high pressures in the food industry. Their work has also helped numerous companies to conduct product development trials, carrying out market studies and supporting them in the early stages of launching new HPP-treated products, as well as validation studies of microbial inactivation and shelf-life extension.
But its impact is not limited to this. As an educational institution, the University of Aveiro is also concerned with training new generations of professionals in the sector. Thanks to its practical and collaborative approach, students have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and participate in high-level research projects, preparing them to face the challenges of tomorrow’s food industry.
A successful partnership with Hiperbaric
In Hiperbaric we are deeply proud to have been accompanying the University of Aveiro and its team in this adventure of research in food technology for 12 years, and Professor Saraiva has expressed on numerous occasions the satisfaction of having Hiperbaric as an ally for his research. Not only for its exceptional technical support in terms of machine maintenance, but especially for its food applications team and its extensive knowledge in food technology, with which to work side by side, sharing knowledge and providing assistance to ensure the maximum performance of the HPP technology in their projects.
The trust they have placed in us is a reflection of our philosophy: not just to sell equipment, but to become true technology partners for our customers. And when these customers are leading institutions such as the University of Aveiro, we are even prouder.
This commitment to innovation and excellence will continue to guide our collaboration in the future. We are confident that the coming years will bring even more advances in the use of high pressures in the food industry, and we at Hiperbaric will be there to continue to support the University of Aveiro on its path to the forefront of research.
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