The Research Center for Dairy and Food Sciences and Technologies (STELA) is a research center affiliated with the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences (FSAA) and recognized by
the University Council of Laval University. It is a core component of the Institute for Nutrition and Functional Foods (INAF), and its primary research focus is food science.

The research teams are well-known for their expertise not only in food science and technology, but also in animal science, microbiology, process engineering, nutrition, physical chemistry, medicine and sustainable development. Multi-disciplinary research projects are diversified and focus as much on both food production and processing and human nutrition.

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Mission

To advance scientific knowledge in food science by
addressing quality-related challenges and the social dimensions of food throughout the
entire chain, from production to consumption. STELA also aims to train a
new generation of highly qualified food scientists and to promote the transfer of knowledge to the
user community.

Vision

To be a center of excellence in sustainable food science
in order to support the bio-food sector through cutting-edge research and an integrated multidisciplinary network.