BTLW300831 Seminar on food science

Type
Seminar
Semester hours
2
Lecturer (assistant)
Schreiner, Matthias , Wagner, Eva , Zwirzitz, Benjamin , Fuhrmann, Philipp Lawrence , Domig, Konrad , Sukop, Ulrich
Organisation
Biotechnology and Food Science
Offered in
Sommersemester 2026
Languages of instruction
Deutsch
Content

This course provides advanced insights into current and selected topics in food science, particularly in the fields of food microbiology, food hygiene, food physics, and food chemistry. Within a simulated scientific conference setting, students independently investigate a selected research question based on current scientific literature.

In addition to subject-specific knowledge, the course develops and strengthens key scientific skills. These include systematic literature research, critical evaluation of scientific sources, scientific abstract writing, poster design, and the professional presentation of scientific findings.

Students prepare a scientific abstract, design a scientific poster, and present their results in a short oral presentation. Structured peer-review processes promote critical reflection on both their own work and that of their peers while fostering scientific discussion and exchange.

Furthermore, current digital tools, including AI-assisted applications for literature research, text revision, visualization, and quality assurance of scientific work, are introduced and critically evaluated. Particular emphasis is placed on the responsible, transparent, and critical use of artificial intelligence in a scientific context.
Previous knowledge expected

Basic knowledge of food science, particularly in the fields of food microbiology, food hygiene, food physics, and food chemistry, as well as scientific working methods.
Objective (expected results of study and acquired competences)

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

- independently investigate and critically analyze current topics in food science based on scientific literature
- systematically search for, select, and critically evaluate relevant scientific literature with regard to its quality and scientific relevance
- communicate complex scientific information to different target audiences through scientific abstracts, posters, and short oral presentations
- present and discuss scientific findings in a structured manner and defend scientific arguments in professional discussions
- provide constructive feedback on scientific work and use received feedback to improve their own work
- apply digital and AI-assisted tools to support scientific workflows in a reflective, responsible, and effective manner
- critically assess the opportunities, limitations, and potential risks of AI applications in scientific contexts and independently evaluate AI-generated content
You can find more details like the schedule or information about exams on the course-page in BOKUonline.