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Sterilization technologies for shelf-stable meat-based products
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Background

We are a global leader in the development and production of high-quality consumer goods, with a strong focus on innovation in nutrition and wellbeing. 

 

In processing shelf-stable meat-based products, the meat formulation must undergo retorting, a high-temperature, high-pressure sterilization process used to ensure food safety and extend shelf life. This method effectively eliminates pathogens but often results in temperature abuse and extended processing times, which lead to nutrient loss and undesirable aroma, color, and texture changes. These issues not only compromise product quality but also contribute negatively to the perception of products as ultra-processed, reducing consumer appeal. 

 

By finding an alternative sterilization process, we aim to enhance product quality, ensure food safety, and meet consumer demands, thereby maintaining our competitive edge in the marketplace. We invite innovators, researchers, and industry experts to collaborate with us and submit their groundbreaking ideas to revolutionize the sterilization process.

What we're looking for

We are interested in processing solutions that can effectively inactivate microorganism spores while maintaining the aroma, color, nutrition, texture, and appearance of the original product. The ideal solution should be commercially available and demonstrate effectiveness in deactivating all spore-forming pathogens in meat-based products and support shelf-stability.

Solutions of interest include:
  • Hurdle technology using combined methods to achieve sterilization
  • Microwave-assisted thermal sterilization
  • Pressure-assisted thermal sterilization
  • Radio-assisted thermal sterilization
  • Ohmic heating sterilization
  • Other innovative sterilization technologies
Our must-have requirements are:
  • Proven effectiveness in sterilization of food products
  • Enable the final product to be distributed and stored at room temperature
  • Preserves as much as possible the original nutrition, texture, flavor, and appearance of the food
  • Achieves sterilization on products with minimal to no free water in packaging
Our nice-to-have's are:
  • Achieves sterilization on products that might have packaging headspace
  • Achieves sterilization through lower temperatures and or shorter processing times compared to standard retort
  • Supports sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon footprint, using upcycled materials, and employing energy-efficient processes
  • Commercial-ready
  • Proven effectiveness in sterilization of meat-based products
What's out of scope:
  • Irradiation technology
  • Synthetic ingredient solutions (e.g., preservatives, anti-microbial chemicals)
  • Technology that negatively impacts flavor, taste, appearance, or texture
  • Technology that requires products to be refrigerated or frozen post-processing
Acceptable technology readiness levels (TRL):
Levels 5-9
What we can offer you
Eligible partnership models:
Capstone projectCo-developmentSponsored researchSupply/purchase
Benefits:
Sponsored Research
Funding is proposal-dependent, starting with a proof-of-concept project that has the potential for expansion based on results and opportunities. The viable solution will be commercialized on a global scale across the company's manufacturing line.
Expertise
Partners will gain access to the internal teams and experts for co-development, mutual learning, and broader business collaboration opportunities.
Facilities and Services
Partners may have access to pilot and production scale equipment for solution implementation.
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I'm a researcher in Washington State Uni, work on microwave food sterilization/pasteurization projects, am interested in submitting a proposal through Halo. I'm wondering if you could tell me a bit of your company?
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Hello! Thank you so much for your interest in our project! We’re thrilled to have you on board. As a global leader in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, we’re passionate about innovation and collaboration. Once you reach the finalist stage, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with our team and dive deeper into who we are. We look forward to reviewing your proposal!
Team Member, Reviewer, Private Company
March 5, 2025
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We are a commercial manufacturer or commercial grade sterilization and germicidal equipment. Although we are likely to submit no matter your response, could you share why irradiation technology is out of scope?
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Hello Brian, Thank you for your interest in our project. We have decided not to pursue irradiation technology due to consumer concerns about the safety and quality of irradiated products, and our company's strategic focus on alternative technologies that better align with market trends and customer preferences. We very look forward to seeing your proposal!
Team Member, Reviewer, Private Company
March 10, 2025
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We develop and produce nanocomposites based on ampholytic polymers and colloidal metals. Originally for phytopathology, the tech has clear potential for your meat sterilization RFP. Is this of interest?
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Hi Albert, Thank you for your question and interest in our project. would this technology be applicable for meat substrates and is it FDA approved for food? If so, or if this hasn't been tested yet, I would encourage you to apply. Thank you
Team Member, Reviewer, Private Company
April 23, 2025
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Many sterilization solutions at TRL 5–6 are university-held IP. Are you open to proposals where the tech is academic, and a partner like us leads commercialization, validation, and regulatory translation?
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Hello Mark, Thank you for your question & appreciate your offer. We currently prefer to directly collaborate with the technology owner. Thanks!
Team Member, Reviewer, Private Company
April 21, 2025
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