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 description

Financial 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

Funding source	Amount
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$30,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$30,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,000 to $2,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$25,000 to $40,000$
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

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

November 30, 2024

Find Out More

Véronique Perreault
Professionnelle de recherche
Département des sciences des aliments
veronique.perreault.5@ulaval.ca