Mediterranean Institute for Agriculture, Environment and Development
The MED Institute is a research center at the University of Évora dedicated to scientific excellence in agriculture, environment, and sustainable development. With more than 30 years of experience, MED generates solid scientific and technological knowledge focused on solutions for the sustainability of Mediterranean agroecosystems.
Promoting ecosystem sustainability and food security for territorial cohesion and well-being. MED develops applied research based on real challenges faced by the agri-food sector, especially those related to climate change and the adaptation of Mediterranean production systems.
Applied research in food quality, nutritional safety, and the development of innovative products. This group plays a key role in the technological support of ALTfoodsense and in transferring knowledge to the agri-food sector of the Alentejo region.
Advanced studies in animal health, sustainable production, and welfare, contributing to the improvement of Mediterranean livestock systems and the quality of animal-based products.
Sustainable management of water resources, soil conservation, and the development of agricultural technologies adapted to the Mediterranean climate, essential for precision agriculture.
The support of MED guarantees the scientific rigor and validity of our methodologies.
The MED Institute provides the scientific and technological ecosystem that makes ALTFoodSense possible. Through the Food Science and Technology group and the Oral Biology Laboratory, MED facilitates the transfer of SensePredict technology to the agri-food sector of Alentejo.
This collaboration enables local companies to access innovative sensory evaluation methods based on artificial saliva, improving product quality and competitiveness in international markets.
We are open to new collaborations with companies, institutions, and research centers.
