We are a public research institution with well-equipped laboratories dedicated to:
Food technology and processing
Food microbiology
Quality control and assurance
Sensory analysis
Our facilities support both fundamental research and applied innovation, including pilot-scale validation and product development.
We are a multidisciplinary Moroccan research team seeking to join or co-develop a consortium under the following PRIMA 2026 calls:
Topic 1.3.1-2026 (IA): Sustainable On-Site Transformation of Perishable Mediterranean Agri-food Products
Topic 2.3.1-2026 (RIA): Empowering Mediterranean Food Value Chains through Context-Aware Digital Traceability
About our team
Our team brings together specialists in:
Food processing technologies
Food microbiology
Agro-economics
Engineering (process, energy, and systems)
Postdoctoral research expertise
We are a highly multidisciplinary group with proven collaboration across research and applied innovation projects.
Experience & strengths
Active involvement in PRIMA and Horizon Europe projects
Strong track record in proposal development and scientific writing
Experience in valorisation of agricultural by-products through eco-friendly approaches
Expertise in:
Drying technologies (including solar and hybrid systems)
Extraction of bioactive compounds from perishable agri-food products and residues
Sustainable processing and circular economy solutions
Engagement with local stakeholders (cooperatives, SMEs, farmers) for field validation
What we are looking for
We are interested in:
Joining an existing consortium, or
Building a new consortium with complementary partners
Particularly in projects focusing on:
On-site / decentralised processing technologies
Renewable energy-powered solutions (e.g., solar drying, portable units)
Digital traceability systems adapted to Mediterranean food value chains
Sustainable value creation and reduction of post-harvest losses
What we offer
Strong scientific and technical expertise
Proven capacity in proposal writing and project coordination support
Field implementation capabilities in the Moroccan and Mediterranean context
Commitment to impact-driven, scalable, and stakeholder-oriented solutions
We would be pleased to connect with coordinators or partners preparing proposals aligned with these topics.