Emerging technologies and perspectives for nutrition research in European Union 7th Framework Programme
Isabelle B M de Froidmont-Görtz1
1European Commission, 200, Rue de la Loi, 1049 Brussels, Belgium.
Abstract:
Nutrition trends in Europe are driven by taste, health and convenience. The possibilities of research using new technologies and tools such as nutrigenomics, imaging techniques, nanotechnology, bioinformatics, cognitive sciences, innovative processes are very promising to support these nutrition trends and in particular their health aspects. This is supported by European Union research. The opportunities offered in the 7th Framework Programme (FP7), among other innovations, will contribute to the general aim of improving nutrition policy as well as improving products from the food industry in accordance with the Lisbon strategy to create employment and improve the quality of life of the European citizens.
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