Whistler Center for Carbohydrate Research

Whistler Center for Carbohydrate Research is a university-industry research center located at Purdue University in Indiana. The Center is a small organization with three employees. The Whistler Center focuses on fundamental research related to the practical applications of carbohydrates. They provide analytical services and education in carbohydrate research, working with companies to expand the uses of carbohydrates, hydrocolloids, biopolymers, and cereals. Their expertise spans understanding structure-function relationships of starches, hydrocolloids, and low-molecular-weight carbohydrates. The Center distinguishes itself through its commitment to generating fundamental information targeted for new technology development. They also prioritize educating young scientists in carbohydrate chemistry, properties, behaviors, structures, and dynamics, emphasizing the practical application of this knowledge. Interested parties can visit the Whistler Center's website at whistlercenter.purdue.edu.