MES Equipment Ltd Donates Essential Lab Tools to KNUST Food Science Department
As part of its commitment to supporting science education in Ghana, MES Equipment/Chemical Limited has donated some essential lab tools to the Department of Food Science and Technology at KNUST.
The donation took place during the recently concluded 2nd CoHAS & 15th CoBReG Conference, hosted at the University of Cape Coast. Representing MES Equipment Ltd were Eva Darko-Appiah, Priscilla Hamenu, and Nii Dromo Yoatey, who formally handed over the equipment to the department.
Receiving the items on behalf of the department was Dr. Nana Baah Pepra-Ameyaw, Lecturer at the Department of Food Science and Technology and newly elected President of the Convention for Biomedical Research Ghana (CoBReG).
Strengthening Hands-on Training
Small but essential laboratory equipment such as pH meters play a crucial role in day-to-day teaching and research. These tools are routinely used in undergraduate and graduate laboratory courses, providing students with the practical skills they need for scientific analysis, product development, and quality assurance in the food and beverage industry.
Dr. Pepra-Ameyaw expressed appreciation on behalf of the department, emphasizing that “equipment like these are invaluable for training students. They bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring students are well-prepared for both industry and research careers.”
Industry Support for Higher Education
MES Equipment Ltd has consistently positioned itself as a reliable partner for universities and research institutions across Ghana, supplying laboratories with high-quality equipment, reagents, and consumables. The Department of Food Science and Technology continues to provide cutting-edge training and research, with a strong focus on addressing Ghana’s food security and industrial needs. Donations such as these not only improve laboratory operations but also inspire collaboration between industry stakeholders and academia.
With growing student numbers and expanding research demands, the department continues to rely on support from industry partners like MES Equipment Ltd. Such contributions, whether big or small, make a lasting impact on the quality of teaching, research, and innovation.
The Department of Food Science and Technology is grateful to MES Equipment Ltd for their generosity and looks forward to deepening collaborations that will empower students, and advance research.
