Benoit Bach

Benoit Bach is a full professor at Changins - High School of Viticulture and Oenology, part of HES-SO - University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland. Holding a BSc and MSc in Life Sciences from HES-SO, he leads research at the intersection of oenology, wine microbiology, and sustainable production technologies.

• Education: BSc and MSc from HES-SO institutions
• Primary Research Areas: Wine protein stability, membrane contactors for gas management, bioprospecting indigenous yeast strains, chitosan applications in food preservation

His work spans analytical method development and industrial implementation, focusing on reducing environmental impact while preserving wine quality. Projects include INTERREG Ecofass-Vin for carbonated beverage distribution, and collaborations with Agroscope and French research institutes. Funded by HES-SO Rectorat, OFAG, and Innosuisse, his teams develop tools for microbial biodiversity management and wine stabilization.

Key contributions include standardized haze potential tests, automated distillation sensors using impedance spectroscopy, and valorization of grape byproducts through Valuxtract and DistiMatu-2 initiatives. His research directly impacts winemaking practices, particularly in biological acidification, fining agent alternatives, and sensory space definition for distilled beverages.