International Avicenna Research Center (IARC) & Indonesian Young Scientist Association (IYSA)
Awarded Silver Medal internationally for developing an innovative low-fat functional food product utilizing quail meat (Coturnix coturnix) into healthy meatballs.
01 / Context
Identified the high demand for healthy, low-fat alternative protein sources to support modern nutritional needs while reducing health risks associated with conventional high-fat meat consumption.
02 / The Approach
Researched and formulated quail meat (Coturnix coturnix) into a functional food product (meatballs), analyzing its nutritional composition, lipid profile, and consumer acceptance as a low-fat dietary option.
03 / Outcome
Successfully demonstrated the viability of quail meat as a superior functional food alternative, earning a Silver Medal at the 6th International Avicenna Youth Science Fair held in Tehran, Iran (Sep-Oct 2021).