Why odor and aroma analysis is critical
Odors and aromas directly influence:
- perceived product quality
- consumer acceptance and preference
- batch-to-batch consistency
- brand positioning and product differentiation
By integrating instrumental analysis with sensory evaluation, companies can obtain objective, repeatable data to support informed and data-driven decisions throughout the product lifecycle.
Appointment venue:
Alfatest – Via Firenze 30/A, 20063 Cernusco sul Naviglio (MI)
How to register
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Register to attend in person at Alfatest – Via Firenze 30/A, 20063 Cernusco sul Naviglio (MI)
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Register on Zoom to attend the workshop remotely. Please note: the afternoon hands-on session on the instruments, including sample analysis, will not be streamed and will be available only to in-person participants.
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Fill in the registration form at the bottom of the page:
https://www.alfatest.it/tecnologie-avanzate-per-lanalisidi-odori-aromi-e-qualita-percepita/
Key topics covered during the event
The event will explore:
The goal is to provide practical insights into how these solutions can support R&D, quality control, and product innovation.
Program
9:30 – Participant registration
10:00 – Introduction and welcome – Dr. Fabio De Simone, Alfatest
10:15 – Alpha MOS solutions: Heracles, Iris, Astree – Dr. Joël MBA OBAME, Alpha MOS
11:15 – Coffee break
11:30 – Presentation of the sensory panel software – Dr. Gavino Balata, Smart Sensory Solutions
12:00 – Application of Heracles in the study of basil aroma profiles – Dr. Alessandro D’Alessandro, Barilla
12:30 – Heracles II and IRIS for quality control and authenticity of food products – Dr. Ilaria Grigoletto, University of Bologna
13:00 – Lunch break
14:00 – Practical demonstration with the Sony olfactometer and presentation of IRIS 3D technology – Dr. Joël MBA OBAME, Alpha MOS; Uladzimir ZHOKHAVETS, Scan RG
15:30 – Hands-on session: Alphasoft and AroChemBase (electronic nose and gas chromatography instruments) – Dr. Joël MBA OBAME, Alpha MOS
16:00 – Closing remarks – Dr. Joël MBA OBAME, Dr. Fabian Lebeau, Alpha MOS; Dr. Fabio De Simone, Alfatest
Who should attend
This event is designed for:
A valuable opportunity to stay up to date with the latest technological developments and to exchange knowledge with industry experts.
