Sensory Testing

Tap into the Power of Sensory Science at Oregon State University

Oregon State University has been a leader in Sensory Science since the early days of the field- and we continue to push the boundaries today.

Since the 1980s, we’ve partnered with both the Oregon food industry and major national and global CPG brands to deliver actionable, high-quality insights. Whether you're launching a new product, refining a formula, or exploring consumer preferences, our team is here to help you make confident, data-driven decisions.

With two fully equipped testing locations and a team of experienced Sensory Science Project Managers, we offer flexible, customized solutions to fit your goals and budget.

Our services include:

  • Acceptance Testing (CLT or IHUT)
    Discover how much consumers like or dislike your product, identify preferred formulations, and fine-tune attributes to maximize appeal.
  • Difference Testing
    Determine if your samples are perceptibly the same or different. How large are the differences and what are they?
  • Rapid Profiling & Sorting
    Quickly group products by sensory similarities to guide R&D and innovation.
  • Qualitative Research
    • Focus groups to support product or packaging design
    • In-depth interviews for deep consumer insight

Whether you're refining your flagship product or developing something entirely new, OSU Sensory Science brings clarity to your innovation journey.

 

 

Meet Our Staff:

Sara Maruyama - Sensory Project Manager for Corvallis

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Ann Colonna - Sensory Program Director for Portland

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Contact Us:

For questions email us at: [email protected]

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