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Alt proteins can transform our food system–tracking research grants can keep us on target
James Dale, Ph.D.Research can propel alternative protein innovation and accelerate the shift to a more sustainable food system. Mapping the funding landscape can reveal critical opportunities to bolster innovation.
Cultivated meat was once a vision. Now it’s becoming a reality
Gonçalo Fernando Stacey SkaalureAs cultivated meat gains momentum, we’re shining a light on some of the pioneers and milestones that have helped the industry transform from a sci-fi hypothesis to a blooming innovative sector.
APAC’s first alternative protein university course is coming to Singapore
Ryan HulingNanyang Technological University has approved a new undergraduate alternative protein course designed to build the industry’s talent pipeline.
GFI is funding research to develop alt protein ingredients from Brazilian plant species
Vinícius GallonGFI Brazil’s Biomas Project will allocate up to R$135,000 to each research project that transforms native Amazon and Cerrado plant species, such as babaçu and macaúba, into raw materials for the alternative protein industry.
With support from NOAA, alt seafood could help sustainably meet the growing demand for seafood
Jen LamyWith open-access research funding from NOAA, alternative seafood could help protect our oceans and bolster U.S. seafood production.
Cultivated meat is gaining momentum—and pathways for regulatory approval
Elizabeth Derbes, J.D., MPHAs cultivated meat moves closer to market globally, many countries are actively establishing regulatory approval pathways.
WHO and GFI convene historic workshop to discuss global alternative protein regulations
Ryan HulingA strong global regulatory framework is critical to maximize alternative proteins’ potential to improve food security, mitigate environmental degradation, and alleviate global poverty.
GFI announces alt protein tournament in partnership with the forecasting platform Metaculus
Blake ByrneGFI and Metaculus launched the Alt-Protein Forecasting Tournament to examine key questions about the future of alternative proteins.
Minnesota leads United States in support for alternative protein research
Scott Weathers, MSc.Minnesota legislators recently introduced the first-ever bipartisan legislation in support of alternative protein research funding—setting a path for others to follow.
Climate change is threatening our oceans. Alternative seafood can help.
Jen LamyGlobal efforts to curb emissions, protect marine biodiversity, and reduce the impacts of climate change on our oceans should include investments in plant-based and cultivated seafood.
