Comprehensive consumer, analytical, and instrumental testing services for academic and industry partners. Reliable data for basic research, product development, and quality evaluation.
The Texas A&M Sensory Science Facility (SSF), directed by Dr. Robert Pellegrino, provides consumer, analytical, and instrumental testing services to academic and industry partners. Our facility is equipped with a full kitchen, laboratory, and 30 individual sensory booths.
Prospective clients are encouraged to schedule a free consultation to discuss project goals, methodology, timeline, and budget.
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Request ConsultationTesting with target or general consumer populations to generate statistically robust data on product acceptance, preference, and perception.
Full-scale evaluation with up to 100 consumers and up to 6 products.
Up to 100 consumers
Up to 6 products
Up to 10 hours of data collection
Smaller-scale study ideal for early-stage product development or hypothesis testing.
30–40 consumers
Up to 6 products
Up to 4 hours of data collection
Qualitative, moderated sessions for in-depth product perception and concept exploration.
Up to 8 consumers per session
Up to 6 products
Up to 1 hour total session time
Trained human panels generate objective, reproducible sensory data for reformulation, quality control, benchmarking, and product characterization.
A gold-standard trained panel methodology providing detailed sensory profiles suitable for product reformulation and quality assessment.
Up to 8 trained panelists
Up to 6 products
Panel training and up to 2 hours total session time
Additional time: $800 per hour
Objective physical and chemical measurements to characterize food composition, structure, and quality.
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Our team will work with you to define project goals, select the right methodology, and develop a timeline and budget that fits your needs.
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