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Predicting quality characteristics of protein products and researching 'green' chemicals

Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) is a valuable technique for predicting quality characteristics of proteins and for research.

Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) makes it possible to quickly determine the composition of protein-containing products, such as percentage of fat, moisture, protein, sugars and crude fiber. The technique is suitable for use in a laboratory as well as for in-line process control.

NIR can be used to predict physical and sensory characteristics in a non-destructive manner, enabling key operational decisions to be made regarding harvest time, processing methods, product classification and breeder selection. NIR also provides information about the various molecular bonds and tissue structure.

NIR is also an accurate and reliable analysis tool for the development of “green” chemicals and polymeric structures based on protein fragments and amino acids. In order to 'customize' protein for a specific application in the food industry or the chemical industry, measuring important parameters is a must.

NIRS in combination with multivariate calculation techniques

By using NIRS in combination with advanced multivariate calculation techniques, samples can be:

  • identified
  • qualified
  • quantified

Advantages of NIRS for determining (quality) characteristics of proteins

  • sample pre-processing is not necessary
  • no use of chemicals
  • easy operation
  • fully automatable

Need to know more on proteins?

Contact our Product Manager Spectroscopy Kees van der Sar via email or +31 (0)162 460404. 

Contact our Product Manager Spectroscopy Kees van der Sar
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