MSc by Research Food and Drink Science and Technology Novel and Sustainable Production Including New Product Development in Dundee United Kingdom | Abertay University

This research degree opportunity is pending university approval. Prospective students interested in pursuing research in this field should consult with the Dean to review their proposal.

The UK/Scottish economy heavily relies on the food and beverage sector, where Abertay's Division of Engineering and Food Science leads in pioneering research, knowledge exchange, and sustainable food innovation.

Ongoing research explores diverse food science and technology areas, such as: assessing innovative yeast strains for whisky production, utilizing legumes as eco-friendly food ingredients, developing non-thermal preservation methods, extracting bioactive compounds through ultrasound, studying Maillard reaction outcomes, analyzing food antioxidants, investigating e-cigarette emissions, applying electromyography in sensory science, and examining oak barrel chemistry in spirit aging.

Division specialists also investigate human nutrition and public health matters, actively shaping Scottish Government policies regarding national dietary concerns.

Our team maintains strong partnerships with industry leaders and research organizations, supported by cutting-edge laboratory equipment, pilot plants for R&D, and a modern sensory facility for testing innovative food and beverage concepts.