FOOD AUTHENTICITY 2023 OUTCOMES

The 2-day Track4Value Workshop, hosted by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, brought together experts, early-career scientists, and industry professionals to explore recent advances in food authenticity and quality using mass spectrometry.

👥 Participation

  • Over 60 attendees 
  • Representation from academia, research institutes, regulatory bodies, and industry

Strong involvement from early-career researchers and graduate students

 

📚 Scientific Content

  • 7 invited speakers from top European institutions and agencies
  • 3 thematic sessions covering:
    • Food Safety
    • Chemical Characterization
    • Authenticity Testing
  • 16 oral presentations and a poster session 
  • Guided laboratory tour of advanced MS and NMR-based infrastructure

     

🤝 Networking & Collaboration

  • Dedicated poster session for informal discussions and collaborations
  • Welcome dinner and daily breaks for networking
  • Productive discussions on joint projects, student exchange, and future collaborations

 

📸 Photo Gallery 

A collection of moments from the event, including:

  • Keynote lectures
  • Poster presentations
  • Lab tour & demos
  • Group and networking photos