Modeling of Food Systems and Design of Experiments

Dear Colleagues,

Design and analysis of experiments (DOE) is a powerful tool for the development of mathematical models of processes, enabling process understanding and improvement. The availability of dedicated and easy-to-use statistical software packages has advanced the adoption of DOE in several fields and encouraged the application of novel designs and methods.

The aim of this Special Issue of Foods is to gather studies on the application of DOE methods in the production, preservation, quality control, and development of food products. Original research and review articles on the application to the food field of novel designs, analysis methods, and experimental approaches are particularly welcomed. Topics include but are not limited to factorial, fractional factorial and response surface designs, mixture designs, and computer-generated designs (optimal designs).

Dr. Marcello Fidaleo
Guest Editor

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