Food and beverage innovation at UBC

Last updated on July 20, 2026

Learn how the Ministry of Agriculture and Food supports food and beverage innovation at the University of British Columbia (UBC) through the UBC Food and Beverage Innovation Professorship.

The professorship, currently held by Dr. Anubhav Pratap-Singh, helps connect industry, research, and education to support growth and innovation across B.C.'s food and beverage sector. Research and knowledge sharing help processors adopt new technologies and bring new products to market.

Dan On Food and Beverage Innovation Centre

Also at UBC Vancouver, the Dan On Food and Beverage Innovation Centre is expected to open in late 2026.

The centre will provide access to training, advanced equipment, technology, and research facilities that support innovation in food processing and manufacturing.

UBC Food and Beverage Innovation Centre building

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Dan On Food and Beverage Innovation Centre