Welcome! Nigel Corish, Project Manager Canadian Food and Wine Institute Innovation Centre

Welcome!

Nigel Corish, Project Manager Canadian Food and Wine Institute Innovation Centre

Agenda

Introduction to Niagara College Research & Innovation

CFWI Innovation Centre

Funded research

Discussion

Supporting Innovation in Business and Industry

Providing innovative solutions to business and industry through applied research and knowledge transfer, in partnership with Niagara College faculty and students.

Leadership role in economic revitalization- SMEs (small and medium-sized businesses) make up more than 90 per cent of Canada’s businesses

Enhance the quality of our academic programs and professional development of college personnel

Support the development of applied research competencies of our students

Applied Research Goals

Areas of Specialization

Advanced Manufacturing

Digital Media and Information

Technologies

Agriculture and Environment

Food and BeverageInnovation

Business and Commercialization

Solutions

Product and Process Applied Research Proof of Concept Product Testing Engineering Design Technology Development Piloting and Problem-solving Developing and Testing Prototypes Environmental Assessment Business Services

Supporting Innovation

Business Services Market Intelligence Marketing or Communication Strategies Advertising and Promotional Plans Market Research, Survey Development Industry/Competitive Analysis Creating Prospect Lists HR Training Manuals, Health & Safety Plans Web Design & Development Promotional Materials

Supporting Commercialization

Food and BeverageInnovation

Food & Beverage Innovation

CFWI Innovation Centre Mandate:Support the revitalization of the local economy and beyond by providing SMEs with the opportunity to

leverage Niagara College’s resources and capabilities in food and beverage innovation.

Current Funding:• Canadian Food & Wine Institute ($2.3 million, 5-year grant) NSERC CCI• Culinary & Food Science Labs ($1.7 million in infrastructure) CFI & ORF• Industry contributions toward projects

We serve:• SMEs in food and beverage industries (e.g., hops growers, craft brewers, etc.)• Focus on local and regional businesses, with a national scope

Food & Beverage Innovation

What we do:Collaborate with SMEs to develop or improve food and beverage products and services, AND assist in commercialization by applying the following research capabilities:

• Product and process development• Consumer testing and sensory analysis• Shelf-life analysis • Food and beverage analysis• Labelling and packaging assistance• Food and beverage regulatory assistance• Business services and commercialization

Anatomy of a Project

• Feasibility Meeting• Faculty Decision• Scope Meeting• Creating team

Intake

• Regular interaction with student researchers

• Bi-weekly Team Meeting

• Touch points with partner

Research• Review and comment• Presentation to partner• Support student

researchers

Report

PROJECT

Faculty Lead

Project Manager

Researchers

Industry Partner

Development of 0.0% Craft Lager

MADD Virgin Drinks

• MVD markets various N/A bevs

• Not satisfied with existing beer product

About:

• Develop 0.0% alcohol beer with flavour

• Co-packer process

Challenge: Concept to commercializationSolution:

Pulse Electric Field Pasteurization Validation Study

University of Waterloo

• Pasteurization technology for craft/micro brewers

• Developed by UW with major brewery

About:

• Is technology effective in pasteurizing?

• Does technology impact sensory profiles?

Challenge:

Validation study including sensory

evaluation and consumer panel

Solution:

What’s Next for Us and You?

Lab Services at NC…

How can we assist you?

Providing innovation solutions to business and industry through applied research in partnership with Niagara College faculty and students.

Email me any time!

ncorish@niagaracollege.ca

NiagaraCollege.ca/Research