GFI APAC is looking for a Research Fellow. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your scientific background to review major topics in fermentation to share with the alternative protein (AP) ecosystem. Your research will be crucial in informing the AP ecosystem on fundamental knowledge in the space as well as identifying further opportunities for growth and innovation.
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Everything you need to know about the alternative protein ecosystem in Israel.
Get current insights into the state of India’s smart protein industry including commercial landscape, consumer and investment insights, technical advancements, and regulatory updates.
Explore recent developments surrounding plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-made proteins, investments, the scientific landscape, consumer research, and policy recommendations for Germany.
GFI APAC’s inaugural report on the alternative proteins sector in APAC features a deep dive into public and private funding, the R&D ecosystem, and sector progress from ideation to product commercialization and market growth.
In 2024, we championed public support for alternative proteins, grew the scientific ecosystem, and highlighted good food solutions at global events.
Research shows that a large majority of American adults understand what plant-based meat products are based on current labeling.
Explore key consumer segments who are open to plant-based meat, including their demographics, attitudes, needs, and behaviors.
Explore public investments in alternative protein science and commercialization from governments around the world.
Explore a first-of-its-kind survey showing what would motivate consumers in Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea to leave fish in the sea and choose plant-based or cultivated seafood instead.
This nutritional analysis is the outcome of a two-part study comparing the nutritional labels of plant-based meat and egg products with their animal-derived counterparts and assessing the nutritional quality of their protein and fat constituents.
A 2024 analysis of the potential of Brazilian crops and sidestreams for use in plant-based products.
Curious about how we categorize investments across plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation sectors? Explore our methodology for analyzing alternative protein funding, including company inclusion criteria, funding categorization, and data sources to provide a comprehensive view of investment patterns.
GFI India’s Industry Analyst will play a key role in identifying technological innovation priorities for accelerated tech transfer and developing tools/resources that support companies and investors in navigating the smart protein landscape in India and accelerate the growth of the industry.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead GFI India’s Industry team; direct the organisation’s strategic priorities for our Industry initiatives; cultivate and solidify high-level relationships across industry stakeholders, scientific communities, academia, government agencies, and research bodies; represent and cement GFI India’s position as the expert authority on smart proteins in India; and, bring our work to the most influential audiences for building alliances and accelerating progress.
Explore key insights into consumer needs, perceptions, and demand for alternative proteins, highlighting trends and shifting preferences in the U.S. market.
Find trade associations, professional networks, and other communities of practice dedicated to collaborating in plant-based, fermentation, cultivated meat, and related fields.
This fact sheet examines the relationship between plant-based meat prices and sales volume and identifies potential pricing and promotional strategies for the market.
Learn best practices for marketing and promoting plant-based meat, egg, and dairy items on foodservice and restaurant menus.
Find information on nutrition, functionality, price, sourcing, and consumer perceptions of plant protein sources for plant-based meat.
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Research conducted in December 2022 validates the use of “cultivated meat” over “cell-cultured meat” and other terms. Learn more in our fact sheet.
Alternative seafood is a clear market opportunity. To date, little research has been conducted in this area. To fill this gap and strengthen the alternative seafood innovation ecosystem, GFI partnered with consumer insights and brand strategy firm, Kelton Global. This resource outlines the key findings.
An analysis of the current U.S. market, consumer research, and key challenges, opportunities, and open questions for blended meat.
The United States must restore its leadership in biotechnology and biomanufacturing. Investment in food biomanufacturing R&D will bolster agricultural innovation.
This life cycle assessment by GFI and EarthShift Global compares the environmental impacts of animal-based meat to plant-based meat made with different methods and ingredients.
Explore our fact sheet to learn how alternative proteins support farmers, expand opportunities for agricultural livelihoods, and help create a healthy, resilient agriculture sector.
Discover our report summarizing 2023 survey results on omega-3 ingredient use and future plant-based meat and seafood production needs.
Discover key insights on U.S. households buying plant-based meat. Explore data on demographics, purchase habits, motivations, barriers, and more.
Alternative protein technologies produce meat with high efficiency, providing fortification for our food system and defense against growing threats.
A review of the funding landscape for alternative protein scale-up and commercial manufacturing.
In this video, Dr. Liz Specht reflects on 2024's achievements and shares her vision for the future of alternative proteins.
Explore our overview of the SBIR and STTR programs, which provide grants to U.S.-based small businesses to support the commercialization of scientific research and innovation.
This factsheet summarizes recent research about U.S. consumer health perceptions of plant-based meat.
The land use analysis by GFI and Highland Economics describes land use and land restoration opportunities of increasing alternative proteins in the American food system to help achieve U.S. climate and biodiversity goals.
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Use the fundraising database to discover alternative protein companies currently engaged in a fundraising round. Sort companies by deal and and company characteristics.
Discover key insights from our 2024 survey on the alternative protein food industry. This summary highlights crucial findings from manufacturers, investors, retailers, and more, providing strategic considerations for navigating the evolving landscape of alternative protein.
