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Evangelos Kontos
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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente
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NIZO is a leading contract research organization in food & health, driving innovations in fermentation, protein transition, gut & immunity, flavor, and processing. We bridge science and industry to create tastier, healthier, sustainable foods for the future.
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NIZO is a contract research organization driving food & health innovation with over 75 years of scientific excellence. Our expertise spans microbial fermentation, plant & dairy protein functionality, gut microbiome and immune interactions, flavor and texture design, and sustainable food processing. With integrated bioinformatics, multi-omics, predictive models, and one of the world’s largest food-grade pilot plants, we translate complex R&D into validated, scalable solutions. We support global partners in developing scientifically robust, future-proof foods.
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Controlled hydration strategies for drinkable psyllium fiber beverages

NIZO Food Research is developing a formulation to control psyllium hydration kinetics in drinkable fiber beverages, enhancing usability while preserving health benefits. This approach involves rheology-driven design and ...

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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente

Scalable food-grade lipid downstream processing & recovery solutions

Integrated, scalable solutions for food-grade lipid recovery combining biomass separation, thermo-mechanical disruption, and optimized lipid recovery. This approach reduces solvent dependency and enhances process efficie...

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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente

Scalable sugar reduction systems for functional food applications

NIZO Food Research offers a holistic approach to sugar reduction, integrating ingredient systems and process optimization to replicate sweetness, bulk, and texture in functional foods. Suitable for beverages, dairy, and ...

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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente

Scalable gluten suspension systems for stable liquid applications

A scalable method to transform wheat gluten into a stable ingredient for liquid systems, enhancing dispersibility through enzymatic modification and process optimization. Applications include beverages and sauces with im...

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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente

Pilot-scale validated creatine applications in dairy, RTD, and spoonable formats

NIZO Food Research offers a pilot-scale validated approach for incorporating creatine into various food and beverage formats, ensuring stability and consumer acceptance. This solution focuses on ready-to-drink beverages,...

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Evangelos Kontos
Research Associate
NIZO Food Research & University of Twente
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NIZO Food Research & University of Twente
Research Associate
2025 - Present
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