2024 IFANCA-Food Diversity Innovation Program Symposium
Event description
This event is hosted by The Food Science & Technology Department in collaboration with IFANCA’s Food Diversity and Innovation Program (FDIP). The symposium is in conjunction with the joint Alamo and Longhorn section meeting. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore the fascinating world of alternative proteins and their potential to shape the future of food!
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Matt Hotze, Ph.D.
SENIOR DIRECTOR OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, GFI
Matt has twenty years of experience in research, academic publishing, and science leadership. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame, a master’s degree in environmental engineering from Rice University, and a doctorate in environmental engineering from Duke University. He loves working with the team to improve taste, nutrition, and price for people while creating a sustainable food system for our planet.
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Fish & CHIPS: Collaborative Huddle for Ideation & Problem Solving
Calling all cultivated seafood researchers and innovators! Join us for our next collaborative huddle on September 29th at 10:30 pm ET.
