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Food Science & Technology Facilities

Food science and technology facilities are the beating heart of innovation and research in the field of food production and safety. These state-of-the-art laboratories and workshops are equipped with cutting-edge technology, allowing scientists and students to conduct experiments, analyze samples, and develop new food products with precision and efficiency. With specialized equipment for tasks ranging from food processing and sensory evaluation to microbiological testing and quality control, these facilities provide a dynamic learning environment where theoretical knowledge transforms into practical expertise. Moreover, many facilities are designed to mimic industry-standard settings, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to navigate real-world challenges in the food industry. These specialized spaces foster collaboration, inspire creativity, and ultimately contribute to the advancement of food science, driving innovation and improving the quality and safety of the global food supply.

Food Technology Facility building

National Center for Electron Beam Research

Harnessing eBeam Technology for Cleaning, Healing, Feeding, and Shaping this World and Beyond To improve the quality of life of humans on earth as well as provide solutions to enable manned and unmanned long-duration space missions.

The National Center for Electron Beam Research (NCEBR) at Texas A&M University, is an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Collaborating Centre for Electron Beam Applications in Food, Health, and  Environmental Applications

National Center for Electron Beam Research
400 Discovery Drive
College Station, Texas  77845

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Inside the Food Technology Facility

Hot-Fill/High-Acid Processing Line

The Hot-Fill/High-Acid Processing line is located in the E-beam. The key research and teaching mission of the Hot-Fill/High-Acid Processing Line includes high-impact learning for scaled food processing, system modeling, outreach and extension, and entrepreneurship.

400 Discovery Drive
College Station, TX 77845

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Hydraulic press above a piece of sliced bread

Product Development and Food Processing Teaching Labs

Supports practical benchtop training for students in product formulations, food processing, and new product development.

Room 424 and Room 117,  HEEP Center
370 Olsen Blvd, College Station, TX 77845

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Advanced Analytical Laboratory

This teaching and research laboratory provides training in advanced food analysis and compliments our existing research labs.

400 Discovery Drive
College Station, TX 77845

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NASA Space Food and Research Facility

Provides an unparalleled opportunity for food science and technology undergraduate and graduate students to obtain hands-on experiential learning on food processing technologies. The students who are hired as student researchers at the Space Food Research Facility (SFRF) work closely with NASA and its contractor (KBR) to prepare foods for the US astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS). The students’ primary focus is to assist NASA in preparing thermostabilized foods for the ISS.

400 Discovery Drive
College Station, TX 77845

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