Formulation of filtration membrane with controlled zeta potential, analysis of physicochemical characteristics and impacts on peptide separation by electrodialysis with filtration membrane on a model hydrolysate
Description
The use of different membranes in the food industry is increasingly common. The filtration membranes produced by Amer-Sil (Luxembourg) were recently modified by covering them with an ionic layer thus allowing demineralization in a manner similar to conventional membranes and at a tenth of the price. Hence, this project is part of a vast research project aiming a valuation of bio-food co-products and the development of eco-efficient processes (VITALE Consortium), through innovative and sustainable approaches based on electromembrane processes.
The objectives of this project are:
1) Formulate filtration membranes (MFs) with a controlled zeta potential from formulations controlled by the industrial partner Amer-Sil and analyze the physicochemical properties;
2) Perform peptide separation tests by electrodialysis with filtration membrane (EDMF) on a model hydrolyzate and characterize the peptide fractions obtained;
3) Optimize the formulations of MFs and test in EDMF on a larger
Research Field
- Electrodialysis
- Filtration membrane
- Zeta potential
- Hydrolysate
- Bioactivities
Research Supervisor
Laurent Bazinet
Research Environment
Food processing and electromembrane processes laboratory
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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study
Doctorate in Food Science
Program descriptionFinancial Aid Available*
Financial Aid Related to Research Project
$22000 per year for 3 years.
The position is full-time (100%) and placed at the department of Food Sciences, Laval University (Quebec, Canada), under the supervision of Dr Laurent Bazinet, for a fixed term of three years. Salary of 22 000$ /year (CAD) excluding social benefits and faculty grants (3300$ CAD/year).
Program-Specific Financial Aid
Graduate Studies Awards
Milestone |
Amount |
Submission and approval of research proposal AND project outline |
$3,000 |
Expected progression in the study program |
$3,000 |
First submission of dissertation before the end of the 11th semester
|
$4,000 |
Total |
$10,000 |
Université Laval: Student Financial Aid
Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $40,000.
* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.
Desired Profile
- Science and IT
- Food Science and Technology
Requirements and Conditions
- Obtention of an engineering master or M.Sc degree in Food Engineering, Agronomy (food option) or Food science.
- Great interest in a career in applied research and technology development.
- Demonstrated written and spoken English skills.
- Speaking French is an advantage.
Required Documentation
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript
Applications are due by August 31th, 2024 or until the candidate is selected. The candidate will start in Fall 2024 or according to his/her availability.
Application Deadline
October 31, 2024
Find Out More
Véronique Perreault
Professionnelle de recherche
Département des sciences des aliments
veronique.perreault.5@ulaval.ca