A key aspect of operations at Matis is to engage in applied research with the goal of increasing the value of food processing and -production in Iceland as well as to ensure the safety and quality of Icelandic products.

To fulfill this mission Matis engages in the following food safety activities:

• Conducts fundamental and applied research
• Provides accurate and useful information and expertise
• Delivers quality education and training 
• Provides leadership in identifying and resolving food safety issues to meet community, government, and industry needs

Activities are focused on six main areas:

• Analysis and Consulting
• Biotechnology and Biomolecules
• Innovation and Consumers
• Food Safety & Environment
• Genetics & Aquaculture
• Value Chain & Processing