Abertay University
About
At Abertay University, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant and innovative learning environment where creativity and technology converge. Our institution is renowned for its industry-focused programs, particularly in areas such as gaming, cybersecurity, and digital media. We pride ourselves on our strong connections with businesses and organizations, promoting collaboration that enhances both education and practical application. Together, we aim to shape the next generation of skilled professionals who are ready to meet the challenges of the modern workforce.
Circular economy and bioeconomy sectors
1 Novel circular business models to enable the just transition to a sustainable and circular economy4 Development and testing of Extended Producer Responsibility schemes (EPR) within the priority Circular Economy Action Plan value chains6 Indicators for the transition to sustainable and circular economy9 Unleashing the potential and advancing the impact of the digitalization/Artificial Intelligence of the climate-neutral bio-based value chains
Fair, healthy and environment-friendly food systems from primary production to consumption
4 Enhancing plant protein production to bolster the resilience of agricultural systems and EU self-sufficiency in plant protein used as feed12 Nutrition and Mental Health14 Nutrients produced by microbes utilising primarily CO2 from the air, with the support of biotechnology15 Additional activities of the European partnership on sustainable food systems for people, planet and climate16 Developing a joint AU-EU Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation System (AKIS) supporting the Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA) partnership17 Nutrition in emergency situations - Ready to-use Supplementary Food (RUSF) and Ready-to-use Therapeutic Food19 Open topic: Innovating for onfarm post-harvest operations, storage and transformation of crops into food and non-food products20 Making food systems more resilient to food safety risks through the deployment of technological solutions21 Research and innovation for food waste prevention and reduction at household level through measurement, monitoring and new technologies