Melbourne's North Food Group, in partnership with RMIT, invites you to visit the RMIT Food Innovation Centre, where science, creativity, and advanced technology combine to shape the future of food. This exclusive tour is designed for food manufacturers, professionals, researchers, academics, and government representatives eager to explore cutting-edge facilities and foster future collaborations.

Whether you're from the food industry or academia, you'll gain valuable insights into the latest trends in food innovation, applied research, and workforce development.

Tour Highlights:

Gain a behind-the-scenes look at the advanced facilities, including:

Pilot Plant – View large-scale food processing with industry-grade equipment.
Research Lab – See how foundational and applied food science research is conducted.
Product Development Lab – Learn how new formulations and prototypes are created.
Sensory Facility – Explore how taste and aroma assessments shape product innovation.
Chemical Analysis Lab – Understand advanced methods for food composition and safety testing.

During the tour, participants will hear about:

The Centre’s involvement in industry partnerships and national research initiatives
Graduate pathways and how we prepare talent for careers in food science and technology
Emerging technologies driving innovation in food manufacturing

Why Attend?

Connect with experts for potential research and industry collaborations
Discover innovative approaches to solving real-world food industry challenges
Stay ahead with exposure to current trends in food science and engineering

Key Takeaways:

First-hand experience of cutting-edge food processing and analysis technologies
Understanding the power of collaboration between academia and industry
Opportunities to network with food innovation leaders and technical experts

Notes:

Parking & Public Transport:

Parking: Available at RMIT Bundoora West Campus via the EasyPark app. Please note that parking is free after 4 PM.
Public Transport: Accessible via Tram Route 86 from Melbourne CBD

Dress Code & Safety Requirements:

All visitors must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes
Additional PPE will be provided if required

Event Photography: Please be advised that this event may be recorded, and photographs will be taken. This footage may be used after the event on Melbourne's North Food Group and NORTH Link website, or other marketing materials. Please notify us if you do not consent to us recording or photographing you and using your image and likeness as mentioned.

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