Showcasing EXCEL4MED’s innovations at the 13th ConferencePredictive Modelling in Food
The EXCEL4MED project could not miss the 13th International Conference of Predictive Modelling in Food, which took place from 1–3 September 2025 in Athens (Greece). Building bridges in food safety and quality research During the conference, Eirini Xaxiri, representing our partner SEVT – Federation of Hellenic Food Industries, presented EXCEL4MED to a packed audience. Her…
Enhancing food safety and reducing waste: EXCEL4MED supports international training school on date marking
EXCEL4MED supported a dynamic three-day training school, held on 30 June – 2 July 2025 in Athens (Greece), focused on the critical role of date marking in food safety and waste reduction. Organised by our coordinator, the Laboratory of Food Chemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, in collaboration with the International Committee…
EXCEL4MED returns to ECOTROPHELIA to champion sustainable food innovation
On 17–18 June 2025, the EXCEL4MED project was proudly showcased during the ECOTROPHELIA National Competition 2025, held in Athens (Greece). Organised annually by our partner SEVT – Federation of Hellenic Food Industries, the competition brings together the next generation of food innovators: university students developing eco-innovative food and drink products with real market potential. This…
Maltese schools embrace circular thinking with EXCEL4MED
In May 2025, the EXCEL4MED project strengthened its outreach efforts by engaging with students in Malta through two impactful school visits. Organised in collaboration with the Malta Food Agency and the Malta Chamber of Commerce, these sessions aimed to inspire young learners to think critically about sustainability, innovation and responsible resource use. These activities align…
EXCEL4MED shares novel dairy innovations at the 4th Symposium “Chemistry and its Applications”
On 28-29 May 2025, EXCEL4MED participated in the 4th Symposium of Graduate Students, titled “Chemistry and its Applications”, hosted by the Department of Chemistry of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). This event provides graduate and undergraduate students with a valuable opportunity to present their research through oral and poster presentations. It also supports…
EXCEL4MED showcases innovative fruit waste applications at UNIWA seminar
EXCEL4MED participated in a two-day scientific seminar hosted by the Department of Food Science and Technology at the University of West Attica (Athens, Greece). On 24 May 2025, Grigorios Chalmoukos, a PhD candidate at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and researcher within the EXCEL4MED consortium, delivered a presentation titled “Utilisation of Oil from…
From waste to wisdom: EXCEL4MED inspires students at 81st Elementary School of Athens
EXCEL4MED continues its educational outreach with a recent visit to the 81st Elementary School of Athens (Greece), where our partners from EKPIZO engaged young learners in an inspiring discussion about food waste, sustainability and the value of science in everyday life! The visit took place on 16 May 2025, as part of the school’s Active…
EXCEL4MED gains visibility among 160+ food industry stakeholders at SEVT’s General Assembly
On 14 May 2025, our partner the Federation of Hellenic Food Industries – SEVT hosted its Annual General Assembly in Athens (Greece), bringing together more than 160 key stakeholders from across the Greek food and beverage sector. This high-level gathering offered an excellent opportunity for our partners at SEVT to showcase the goals and ongoing…
FunShield4Med and EXCEL4MED foster synergies for safer food systems at IAFP European Symposium 2025
Earlier this month, EXCEL4MED took part in the IAFP European Symposium on Food Safety 2025, held in Madrid (Spain), from 6-8 May. Known as one of the most respected gatherings of food safety professionals in Europe, the Symposium brought together experts from academia, industry and government to explore innovative developments and share knowledge shaping the…
Hands-on science returns to San Anton School: EXCEL4MED inspires students on food waste innovation
On 9 April 2025, EXCEL4MED returned to San Anton School in Malta for a second round of interactive science engagement, this time with a new group of students eager to discover how innovation can transform food waste into valuable resources! Led by our partners Diana Miceli, from Koperattivi Malta, and Prof. Ruben Gatt, from the University…
EXCEL4MED connects with Mediterranean consumers at the SuperFoods Festival 2025
From 2-6 April 2025, the Zappeion Courtyard in the heart of Athens transformed into a vibrant hub of flavours, innovation and sustainability during the fourth edition of the SuperFoods Festival! With more than 60 producers from across Greece showcasing nutrient-rich products, the event was a celebration of healthy living, and EXCEL4MED was right there thanks…
Turning trash into treasure: EXCEL4MED inspires young minds at Żejtun Primary School
On a bright 21 March 2025, EXCEL4MED partners Johan Zammit (Malta Enterprise / Malta Life Sciences Park) and Dorian Galea (Mgarr Farms) swapped boardrooms and research labs for a lively classroom at Żejtun Primary School B. Their mission? To introduce Year 6 pupils to the exciting world of food waste valorisation through the EXCEL4MED project.…
