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The VLAG PhD Course “Sensory perception & Food preference – The role of context

April 3, 2018 @ 8:00 am - April 6, 2018 @ 5:00 pm

The aim of this advanced course is to acquire expertise regarding the major determinants of food preferences and intake: sensory perception and the role of context; to obtain knowledge and experience in different methods on how to measure (and analyse) these aspects.

Programme topics

The following topics will be addressed:

  • the role of sensory perception in food preferences
  • food perception and sensory responses in the brain
  • individual variation and consumer segmentation in sensory science and eating behaviour
  • context influence on perception and eating decisions
  • different methodology of measuring food preferences, emotions, and behaviour
  • multisensory perception and experience
  • an industry perspective on the role of context for consumer science and product development
  • marketing and consumer insights on the importance of context (e.g. nudging)

More information about this course is available on: https://www.vlaggraduateschool.nl/en/showpages/show/SENS18.htm

Details

Start:
April 3, 2018 @ 8:00 am
End:
April 6, 2018 @ 5:00 pm