Thursday, 15 May 2025 | 14:30 - 18:30

Thematic visit of Wallonia n°1 - with organised shuttle, return to Namur: Exploring Alternative Proteins: phototroph micro-organisms for sustainable nutrition

Location:UMons, La plaine de Nimy

Please note that travel arrangements have been taken into account in the organisation of the session. The session will take place from 3.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. on site.

During your visit to UMons, you will explore innovative research into microbial biotechnologies. You will have the opportunity to see a 300L microalgae bioreactor in operation and discover how these micro-organisms can be used, notably, as a sustainable food source. You will also visit laboratories where scientists are cultivating purple bacteria, another promising approach to future nutrition, using low tech photobioreactors. Join us to find out more about these cutting-edge biotechnologies!