FCUB-ERA · Reinforcement of the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade, towards becoming a Center of Excellence in the region of WB for Molecular Biotechnology and Food research

Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (FCUB) represents a unique, internationally recognized, centre in the region working actively on various aspects of molecular food research. A multidisciplinary research background of more than 20 senior researchers working within the FCUB ensures a flexible platform able to cope with complex research tasks in the field of food research aiming at improving safety and quality of food. The aim of this project is reinforcement of research potential and facilities for molecular food research through upgrading of present facilities for molecular biotechnology and food research and mobility and training of the research staff. The objectives will be achieved by exchanging know-how and experience with institutions of broadly recognized reputation in the field (KI, Sweden, VTT, Finland, University of Aachen, Germany, RCB, Germany, INRA, France, NHR IBRB, Greece, University of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, IRAS, the Netherlands) through mutual research visits; upgrade of already existing facilities for biomolecules analysis and molecular biotechnology to enable future cutting-edge research; establishment of a first operative proteomics centre in Serbia; training visits of young and senior scientist to EU institutions to improve specific skills in molecular biotechnology, food (bio)processing and managerial skills; knowledge dissemination through web portal, organization of two workshops and a conference, as well as meetings with the EU partners in order to gradually form an efficient network for future collaborative research projects. The action plan will provide rising of the research potential of the FCUB as a centre of excellence in food research and molecular biotechnology, it will enable its sustainable development by establishing a network of collaboration with outstanding research centres in the EU and make basis for future highest quality research in molecular biotechnology and food research.