NEWS

Final Conference of the TRACE-RICE Project

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Join us on October 28 at 9:30 AM in the ITQB/UNL auditorium for the final conference of the TRACE-RICE project, where we will present and discuss the project's key outcomes. The event, titled ‘Tracing Rice and Valorizing Side Streams along the Mediterranean Blockchain’, is free to attend, but pre-registration is required.

Secure your spot by registering through the following link: Registration...

TRACE-RICE was featured during the European Researchers' Night

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TRACE-RICE was featured at the Science Museum in Parque das Nações, Lisbon, during the European Researchers' Night, a celebration of science across Europe.

The event highlighted the project's key achievements, including a video presentation of the app developed for rice traceability. Visitors also had the opportunity to enjoy a delicious and nutritious rice pudding made with locally produced...

TRACE-RICE Coordinator delivered an oral session about the latest results

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On July 24th and 25th, the TRACE-RICE project was presented at the "International Conference on Sustainable Foods - Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals" in Bragança, Portugal (https://icsf.morecolab.pt/). This conference focuses on disseminating knowledge about innovative processes and the development of sustainable food products.

The ICFS also emphasizes PRIMA initiatives related to...

TRACE-RICE honored with "Best Student Poster Communication Award"

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At the "International Conference on Sustainable Foods - Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals" (https://icsf.morecolab.pt/), held in Bragança, Portugal, on July 24th and 25th, the TRACE-RICE team, especially Inês Sousa, was honored with the Best Student Poster Communication Award, presented by ReadyToPub. The awarded poster, titled "Estimating Hidden Infestations in Rice by Measuring Carbon...

UNLOCKING RICE BRAN’S POTENTIAL

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IATA presented a poster titled "UNLOCKING RICE BRAN’S POTENTIAL: ENZYMATIC BREAKTHROUGH" at the IFT FIRST Annual Event & Expo, which took place in Chicago from July 14-17, 2024. This poster presentation was a joint effort by Eva Grau, Raquel Garzón, Dolores Rodrigo, and Cristina M. Rosell. This presentation weas well-received and provided excellent visibility for our ongoing research.

Exploring Rice Bran's Potential

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Last June, IATA presented an oral presentation titled "Exploring Rice Bran's Potential: Enhancing Techno-Functional Properties Through Enzymatic Treatment" at the 21st European Young Cereal Scientists and Technologists Workshop (EYCSTW) held in Lisbon. This work was presented by Eva Grau and was a collaborative effort between Eva Grau, Dolores Rodrigo, Raquel Garzón, and Cristina M. Rosell. The...

TRACE-RICE project at "Ciência 2024"

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The TRACE-RICE project showcased two poster presentations at "Ciência 2024" (https://www.encontrociencia.pt/), held at Alfândega do Porto from July 3 to 5. Organized by FCT - Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia, "Ciência 2024" is an annual gathering focusing on science, technology, and innovation in Portugal. This year theme, "+Science for One Health and Global Well-being," facilitated thorough...

Mission to Portugal by the University of Alexandria

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Mission to Portugal (April 15-19, 2024) led by Professors Abdel-Wahab Shalaby Kassem and Abdalla Mossed Zeineldin, representing the University of Alexandria in TRACE-RICE

Day 1:

Their visit to the campus of Oeiras, housing three TRACE-RICE partners (INIAV, ITQB NOVA, iBET), commenced with an extensive tour of the technology and innovation unit at INIAV. They explored various food science and...

Participation in the 2nd International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition, and Health

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The TRACE-RICE project was virtually presented in January 25-26, 2024 at the 2nd International Trainee Symposium in Agri-Food, Nutrition, and Health, organized by the University of Manitoba, Canada, where three concise oral presentations were delivered:

  1. Investigating the Impact of Washing and Household Cooking on Residual Pesticide Levels in Long Grain Rice
  2. Exploring Innovative Strategies for...