At the Massey Institute of Food Science and Technology (MasseyFood) we undertake both strategic and applied research. We assist food companies remain competitive in a global marketplace, while satisfying consumer demand for healthy, safe, tasty food. We have a unique ability to integrate expertise across the entire food and health value chain.
The food bioscience team at Massey University has five key areas of expertise - food microbiology, food chemistry, sensory science, product development and dairy technology.
Massey research in food engineering and processing focuses on the design and optimisation of processes and equipment used to make foods.
We are extending knowledge in processing and ingredient functionality while exploring how food materials contribute to sensory perception and nutrient absorption.
Our researchers have expertise in the study of all interactions between dietary nutrients and the human body. We work closely with our colleagues in the College of Health.
Massey has an active research programme studying the postharvest physiology of fruit and vegetables and packaging and storage methods by which product quality can be preserved.
We have major research programmes in the areas of chemistry and rheology of milk and milk products, fouling during dairy processing, dairy products technology and dairy engineering.
Our research is investigating the mechanisms by which carbohydrate chemical and physical properties may be manipulated to optimise process technology, food structure and human and animal nutrition.
If you are an individual or business and are looking for advice or consultancy research in any area of food science, food technology or the business of food, please contact Riddet Innovation.
If your enquiry is particularly related to fresh products after harvest, refrigeration, or nutritional analyses, please use the alternate links below.
Massey hosts the Riddet Centre of Research Excellence (CORE), a premier centre for fundamental and strategic scientific research.
We help turn your food ideas into commercial reality. FoodPilot is the largest collection of pilot-scale food processing equipment in the southern hemisphere. We have the facilities and expertise to develop and assess just about any type of food or drink.
We work closely with other institutes, universities and research centres to produce valuable scientific research. Find out about our research centres and other organisations we collaborate with.
