Transforming infrastructure into services: a case study of Metrofood-ro impact on the food and health sector in Romania

Abstract

METROFOOD-RO is a Research Infrastructure operating in the "Health & Food" field in Romania, and it serves as an integral component of the pan-European METROFOOD Research Infrastructure (METROFOOD-RI). Its primary mission is to advance metrology within the food and nutrition sector. This infrastructure comprises a well-organized network with nine partners, including four universities, four research and development institutes, and one research center. These collaborative partners engage in research activities and provide advanced services for various user categories, such as academic and research institutions, food inspection and regulatory agencies, policymakers, food industry operators, and the general public. METROFOOD-RO offers a comprehensive range of services, including Food, Envi