• Develop a knowledge graph to visualize the relationships between contaminants, food types, and safety considerations.
Our vision
We believe our results will contribute to enhancing the safety of modern food products and, consequently, safeguarding consumer health in the face of evolving dietary trends and environmental challenges.
Through collaborative research and open data sharing, we aim to ensure that both traditional and innovative food products meet the highest safety standards, protecting consumer health while supporting industry innovation.
Why This Matters
With the growing popularity of meat replacements made from ingredients such as wheat, pea, bean, soy and insect-based products, there is an urgent need to understand the levels of process contaminants like acrylamide and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH), as well as metals, within these products. Current data is insufficient to fully assess the potential health risks associated with consuming these alternatives. By conducting a detailed analysis of these contaminants across different regions—Hungary, Sweden, and Portugal—our project aims to fill this critical information gap.
By bringing together experts from across Europe, CONTEMFood accelerates discovery, promotes best practices, and provides the scientific foundation for evidence-based policy making in food safety.
