Knowledge Award

The Danisco Knowledge Award is an opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you have acquired during your studies to a real-world situation. Not to mention the chance to show Danisco and the rest of the food industry how good you really are.

Who can participate?

Entrants must be a junior, senior or graduate student at a 4 year accredited college with a declared major in food science or related major. Team entries are accepted (see Participant profile for more details).

Why has Danisco instituted this award?

Our vision for the Danisco Knowledge Award is:

  • To support innovation in academic institutions
  • To develop stronger links between universities and Danisco
  • To encourage innovative approaches to food science challenges

When will the contest launch?

The contest is held once a year. The 2012 contest officially launches on 1 November 2011.

  • Entry forms need to be turned in by February 16, 2012.
  • Product and report must be submitted to Danisco no later than April 26, 2012 and last until May 5, 2012.
  • Winners will be notified by June 29, 2012.  

If you have questions, please feel free to contact us.

See the winners of the previous knowledge awards.

Where can I get my ingredients?

You can order ingredients as free samples. Go to contact page for contact information.

To research Danisco ingredients go to the products section. You may also access Partnerweb for more info. Go to contact page to request password.


Knowledge award