Areas of expertise
Bio-Refinery and Processing
No other place in Europe has such versatile knowledge on bio-refinery processes as the Protein Competence Center (PCC). Knowledge partners of the PCC are in the absolute forefront on pre-treatment of bio-mass and industrial relevant separation methodologies. Our focus is on a mild, sustainable and profitable development of bio-refinery technologies.
Proteins as Ingredients
To be successful, protein-based ingredients need to be neutral in taste and flavour. Our research on proteins as ingredients is about the nutritional and bioactive functionality of proteins, including the interchangeably of proteins from different sources. We develop and refine methods to analyze and quantify the bioactivity and physiological quality of proteins (peptides, protein-complexes).
Protein Functionality
Do you want your protein ingredient to excel on taste, stability, image, health and cost? Use PCC joint knowledge of more than 60 years of experience in applied protein technology. From source to benefit, from animal to vegetable protein and from fundamental knowledge to practical solutions, we assist you with your innovations and help you to enhance your business.
Chain aspects of new protein sources
To secure the future supply of proteins for food, feed and other applications, new sources of proteins are needed. By-products from potato, rapeseed, soy, blood and milk are already available in huge quantities but not yet optimally used. Proteins from algae, duckweed, ancient grains and insects are accessible on a smaller scale. The industry typically lacks resources to scale up, find launching customers and overcome legislative issues. By joining forces PCC can help to create economic and social impact with sustainably produced nutritious proteins.
About PCC
The Protein Competence Centre (PCC) is on the forefront of innovative protein research through collaboration of food and feed companies and knowledge partners, to strive towards a healthy and sustainable society.
Based in the Netherlands we build an internationally renowned center with our national and multinational companies and our network of knowledge partners.
