Food science and engineering, that sounds interesting, right?After all, who doesn't love good food?But, you know what?In this field that seems to be only related to eating, there is actually a lot of profound knowledge hidden. What directions can we choose to deepen our research when we are admitted to graduate school?Okay, Mr. Qin will popularize it for you today!
1.Food processing technologyResearch how to transform raw materials into delicious, safe, nutritious food. For example, how do you make a piece of ordinary tofu tender and delicious?
2.Food storage and preservationTo study how to ensure that food products maintain their original quality and nutritional value during storage and transportation. For example, how do you keep fresh fruit fresh after long haul of transportation?
1.Research on the chemical composition of foodIn-depth understanding of the impact of nutrients, additives and other chemical components in food on human health. For example, are certain food additives really harmful to humans?
2.Food Analysis TechniquesDevelop and apply various analytical methods to detect harmful substances, nutrients, etc. in food. For example, how to quickly and accurately detect pesticide residues in food?
1.Food safety risk assessmentTo study the risks to human health of potentially harmful substances in food. For example, can a certain bacterium multiply in a certain food and cause food poisoning?
2.Food quality management systemEstablish and improve the quality management system of the whole process of food from raw materials to table. For example, how do you ensure that the ingredients in your restaurant are safe and reliable?
1.Food processing using biotechnologyFor example, enzyme engineering is used to improve the production process of food.
2.Application of biotechnology in food safety testingFor example, genetic engineering is used to quickly detect harmful microorganisms in food.
1.Public NutritionTo study the nutritional needs of different populations and to make reasonable dietary recommendations. For example, how should pregnant women, the elderly, and children eat to ensure their health?
2.Functional foodsResearch and development of foods with specific health functions. For example, does a certain drink actually help you sleep?
1.Food packaging designResearch how to design safe, environmentally friendly and practical food packaging. For example, how do you ensure that packaging materials do not contaminate food?
2.R&D of food processing equipmentDevelop efficient, energy-saving and environmentally friendly food processing equipment. For example, how do you design a machine that can juice large quantities of fruit quickly?
1.Research how to make food processing more environmentally friendly and sustainable. For example, how can you reduce energy and water consumption in food processing?
2.Research how waste and by-products can be reused. For example, can fruit peels be converted into valuable food additives or feed?
After reading so much, do you think that food science and engineering is actually a very interesting and practical subject?Mr. Qin hopes that when choosing a postgraduate direction, you can combine your interests and expertise to find a research direction that is truly suitable for you. After all, only love can make us go further on the road of academics!
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