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  • Mariana Valverde

    Mariana Valverde | AINIA
    Mariana Valverde

    Biography

    Agricultural Engineer and holder of a Master's Degree in Food Chemistry and Engineering from the IQS, with 20 years of experience in R&D and food processing technologies in the agri-food sector

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    17:00h
    Presentation | Alimentaria FoodTech Ingredients

    BEYOND PLANT-BASED: New Sources, Technologies and Ingredients for the Food of the Future

    Mariana  Valverde
    Mariana Valverde AINIA Head of Food Industries Speaker

    2026-10-06 17:00 2026-10-06 17:20 Europe/Madrid BEYOND PLANT-BASED: New Sources, Technologies and Ingredients for the Food of the Future This presentation explores the evolution of the plant-based sector and the opportunities offered by new ingredient sources and technologies for the food of the future. It addresses the main sensory, nutritional, technological and industrial challenges facing the industry, as well as solutions based on plant and microbial proteins, fermentation, and novel fat structuring approaches. Through examples and R&D&I projects, attendees will gain insight into strategies for developing healthier, more sustainable and competitive products by integrating ingredients, processes, scale-up, regulatory aspects and consumer acceptance. Innovation Room
    Tue 6
    17:00h - 17:20h Innovation Room Free access

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