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PhD in Food Science & Human Nutrition (Food Valley Innovation)

Doctoral program at the international hub of European food safety, investigating food authenticity, polyphenols and human cardiometabolic health, and sustainable microbial fermentations.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's degree in Food Science, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Nutritional Biology
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0+
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Demonstrated experience with food safety biomarkers, microbiome metabolomics, or mass spectrometry
Recommendation letters: Two academic references

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €16,243/year net scholarship + €3,000 research budget per year
Application fee: €30
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 1, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official University of Parma documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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