Research on the quality and safety of fresh foods will be conducted in specialized laboratories equipped with advanced instrumentation that enables comprehensive analysis of food properties. For instance, a high-precision Texture Analyzer is used to quantify firmness, elasticity, and other mechanical properties. At the same time, an advanced HPLC system meticulously identifies and quantifies bioactive compounds and potential contaminants. In addition, a state-of-the-art olive oil press is employed to maximize oil extraction efficiency and preserve essential nutrients, and a model facility for olive pickling and stuffing replicates industrial processing conditions to optimize fermentation and preservation processes.
A Brookfield CT3 Texture Analyzer, a device commonly used in food science and materials testing to measure the textural properties of various fresh foods.
A Thermo Scientific UltiMate 3000 UHPLC system, a high-performance liquid chromatography unit used for precise chemical analysis, connected to a desktop computer for data acquisition and control.
A Zeiss Axiostar Plus microscope equipped with a Zeiss AxioCam ERC 5s digital camera, used for capturing and analyzing high-resolution microscopic images in laboratory settings.
As a key project partner, the Jordanian Dates Association will help secure project financing by providing direct financial support or leveraging its extensive network to access additional funding resources essential for the project's success.