In March, we made progress especially related to procurements, Dietary and Food Safety Assessment Tool (DASAT) and digital learning materials development.
We advanced the procurement process for the Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) at the Universidade Lúrio, alongside laboratory preparations at both the Universidade Lúrio and the University of Nairobi. We have also started preparations for lab technologists to visit to the University of Helsinki for learning to use and validate the GC-MS machine in June this year.
Additionally, the literature review on mycotoxin and pesticide residues, data integration into DASAT web application and development of digital learning materials is ongoing. Currently, we are reviewing the food composition database, developing the DASAT user interface and developing potential learning materials for the DigiCampus online learning platform.
We are also pleased to welcome Neha Imran and Jasmine Irakoze, master’s students in Human Nutrition and Food-Related Behavior, as project trainees working at the University of Helsinki. Neha will support FoodLeader project communication, conduct a literature review on school feeding programs, and assist with various project tasks. Jasmine will focus on compiling a joint food composition database for Kenya and Mozambique, as well as recipe and nutrient calculations as part of the DASAT development.
Additionally, FoodLeader connected with the World Vision Kenya and discussed different collaboration opportunities in March. We are excited for possible collaboration opportunities with the World Vision Kenya.
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